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Functional, technical, architecture and support roles for Microsoft's mid-market ERP

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Key Business Central Capabilities

The skills and strengths employers look for in this field.

Core module configuration

Setting up finance, sales, purchasing, inventory, manufacturing, projects and warehouse functionality to match client processes.

AL extension development

Building extensions, page customisations, reports and APIs in the AL language using Visual Studio Code and Git source control.

NAV-to-BC migration & upgrades

Migrating legacy Dynamics NAV / Navision deployments to Business Central online, including code refactoring from C/AL to AL.

Integrations & data migration

Connecting Business Central to other systems via APIs, web services, RapidStart and middleware such as Power Automate and Azure.

Requirements & process analysis

Running workshops, documenting requirements, mapping business processes and producing functional design documentation.

Power Platform integration

Extending Business Central with Power Apps, Power Automate flows and Power BI reporting and dashboards.

Testing, training & support

UAT coordination, end-user training, go-live support and ongoing application support and troubleshooting.

Solution design & estimation

Architecting end-to-end solutions, sizing licensing, scoping work and supporting presales and statements of work.

Business Central Market Overview

Dynamics 365 Business Central is Microsoft's cloud ERP for small and mid-sized organisations, covering finance, sales, purchasing, inventory, manufacturing, projects and supply chain. As the successor to Dynamics NAV (Navision), it has a large installed base and a steady stream of migration and new-implementation projects, which keeps hiring demand consistently strong across consultancies (Microsoft partners), ISVs and end-user organisations.

Roles split broadly into functional (configuring modules, gathering requirements, training users), technical (AL extension development, integrations, data migration) and architecture/leadership (solution design, project delivery, presales). Many smaller partners also value blended profiles who can both configure and lightly develop. The move from NAV C/AL to the modern AL language and extension-based model has reshaped the developer market, with cloud (SaaS) skills now in particular demand.

Most Business Central vacancies sit with Microsoft Dynamics partners delivering implementations, though end-user 'in-house' positions offer more stability and product depth on a single deployment. Remote and hybrid working is widespread, and experienced contractors command healthy day rates, especially for upgrades, NAV-to-BC migrations and complex integrations.

Business Central Salary Guide

Indicative ranges — actual pay varies by location, experience and employer.

RoleSalary (GBP)Contract (day rate)Experience
Business Central Support Consultant£28,000 - £42,000£250 - £4000-3 yrs
Business Central Functional Consultant£40,000 - £62,000£400 - £6002-6 yrs
Business Central / AL Developer£40,000 - £65,000£400 - £6002-6 yrs
Senior Functional Consultant£60,000 - £80,000£550 - £7005-10 yrs
Senior / Lead AL Developer£60,000 - £85,000£550 - £7505-10 yrs
Business Central Project Manager£55,000 - £80,000£500 - £7005+ yrs
Business Central Solution Architect£70,000 - £100,000+£650 - £9008+ yrs

Indicative UK ranges; London and partner/consultancy roles trend toward the upper end. Contract day rates are outside-IR35 guidance and vary with project complexity (NAV-to-BC migrations and integrations attract premiums). US equivalents typically run roughly 1.3-1.6x the GBP base figure depending on location.

Live market data (18 roles with salary on the board)

Mid
$55,000$110,000
Senior
$105,000$175,000

Certifications

MB-800

Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Business Central Functional Consultant Associate

The primary functional certification, covering setup, configuration and core module functionality in Business Central.

PL-400

Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate

Relevant for technical consultants and developers extending Business Central with custom code, APIs and Power Platform integrations.

PL-600

Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert

Architecture-level certification for designing solutions spanning Dynamics 365 and Power Platform, valuable for BC solution architects.

AL development skills (Visual Studio Code)

Practical proficiency in the AL language, the modern extension-based development model that replaced NAV's C/AL.

Dynamics NAV / Navision background

Legacy NAV experience remains highly valued for upgrade and migration projects to Business Central.

Career Path & Progression

1

Support / Junior Consultant

Handle support tickets, basic configuration and user queries while building product knowledge across core modules.

2

Functional or Technical Consultant

Own configuration or AL development workstreams on implementations, deliver to specification and train users.

3

Senior Consultant / Lead Developer

Lead workstreams, mentor juniors, handle complex requirements, migrations and integrations across multiple clients.

4

Solution Architect / Project Manager

Design full solutions or manage delivery end to end, supporting presales, estimation and client relationships.

5

Practice Lead / Principal

Shape the Business Central practice, set standards and methodology, and own commercial and team outcomes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a Business Central functional and technical consultant?
Functional consultants focus on configuring modules, gathering requirements and training users, while technical consultants (often AL developers) build extensions, integrations and customisations. Many smaller partners value blended profiles who can do both.
Do I need the MB-800 certification to get a Business Central job?
It is not strictly mandatory, but the MB-800 (Business Central Functional Consultant Associate) is the recognised functional credential and is often listed as desirable. Partners value it because Microsoft requires certified staff to maintain partner status, so it can strengthen your application.
Is Dynamics NAV / Navision experience still relevant?
Yes. A large installed base of NAV (Navision) systems is still being migrated to Business Central, so NAV experience is highly valued for upgrade and migration projects, particularly if you can refactor legacy C/AL into modern AL.
What programming language does Business Central use?
Modern Business Central development uses the AL language, written in Visual Studio Code with an extension-based model and Git source control. This replaced the older C/AL language used in Dynamics NAV.
Should I work for a Microsoft partner or an end-user organisation?
Partners (consultancies) offer exposure to many projects, faster skills growth and clearer certification incentives. End-user (in-house) roles offer more stability, deeper product knowledge on one deployment and often better work-life balance.
Are remote and contract Business Central roles common?
Yes. Remote and hybrid working is widespread in the Business Central market, and experienced contractors command healthy day rates — especially for migrations, upgrades and complex integration work.