Microsoft D365 F&O Architect - 6 months, Manchester(Hybrid) - InsideIR35
Opportunity to join a greenfield implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations for a major UK-based online retailer. The organisation operates multiple brands across clothing, footwear, and homeware, serving customers through web, mobile, and contact centre channels.
This role will suit a senior architect with strong ERP delivery experience, capable of leading end-to-end solution architecture across complex, multi-channel retail environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Define and maintain the overall solution architecture roadmap covering customisation, configuration, integration, infrastructure, and reporting.
* Lead architectural governance, including design authority participation and best-practice enforcement.
* Conduct fit-gap analysis, solution assessment, and effort estimation across workstreams.
* Provide technical leadership across business, partners, and internal delivery teams during implementation.
* Define integration patterns and guide appropriate use of ISV solutions versus custom development.
* Support functional teams in requirements gathering and translate them into scalable solution designs.
* Evaluate total cost of ownership (TCO) and ensure alignment with cloud strategy and enterprise architecture.
Skills & Experience
* 10-15 years' experience in Microsoft Dynamics AX or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations implementations.
* Proven experience leading solution architecture on large-scale ERP programmes with enterprise stakeholders.
* Strong knowledge of Dynamics 365 architecture, extensibility patterns, and integration frameworks.
* Experience delivering complex multi-module deployments (Finance, Supply Chain, Production).
* Strong understanding of multi-country rollouts and hybrid cloud/on-premise landscapes.
* Experience working with Microsoft Lifecycle Services (LCS).
Contract Details
* Location: Manchester (3 day onsite)
* Duration: 6 months
* Daily Rate: £600 per day Inside IR35