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Consulting, development, architecture and support roles across the Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform ecosystem.

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Key Dynamics 365 (General) Capabilities

The skills and strengths employers look for in this field.

Functional configuration

Configuring D365 modules (Finance, SCM, Sales, Service, Business Central) to map business processes to standard product capabilities.

Requirements & business analysis

Eliciting requirements, running workshops, performing fit-gap analysis and documenting functional and solution designs.

Power Platform delivery

Building model-driven and canvas apps, Power Automate flows, Dataverse models and Power BI reporting that extend D365.

Development & extensibility

Customising and extending D365 with X++ (F&O), C#/.NET plug-ins, JavaScript, PCF controls and integration via APIs and Azure services.

Integration & data migration

Designing integrations (Dataverse, dual-write, Azure Logic Apps, Data Management Framework) and managing data cleansing and migration.

Solution & technical architecture

Defining scalable, secure end-to-end architectures across D365 apps, Azure and the wider Microsoft cloud.

Administration & support

Managing environments, security roles, releases, ALM pipelines and end-user support across the application lifecycle.

Project & stakeholder management

Running implementation projects using Sure Step / Success by Design, managing scope, budgets and client relationships.

Dynamics 365 (General) Market Overview

Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a family of business applications covering ERP (Finance & Operations and Business Central) and CRM/Customer Engagement (Sales, Customer Service, Field Service), tightly integrated with the Power Platform — Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI and Power Pages — and the wider Microsoft Azure cloud. This breadth creates demand for a spectrum of roles, from functional consultants and developers to solution architects, project managers and support specialists.

Hiring is split between Microsoft implementation partners (consultancies that deliver projects for clients), independent software vendors building on the platform, and end-user organisations running D365 internally. Partners in particular drive consistent demand for certified professionals, since Microsoft certifications underpin partner designations. Most experienced practitioners specialise in one product family, though Power Platform skills are increasingly valued across all specialisms.

Working patterns are commonly hybrid or remote-first, with client-facing implementation work involving periodic on-site workshops, testing and go-live support. The UK contract market is active around major implementations and upgrades; IR35 status is an important consideration for contractors. Salaries vary widely by specialism, seniority and whether a role is permanent or contract.

Dynamics 365 (General) Salary Guide

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

RoleSalary (GBP, perm)Contract (GBP/day)Experience
Support Analyst / Administrator£30,000 – £45,000£250 – £400Junior (0–3 yrs)
Functional Consultant£45,000 – £70,000£450 – £600Mid (3–6 yrs)
Senior / Lead Consultant£70,000 – £90,000£550 – £700Senior (6+ yrs)
Developer (X++ / .NET)£55,000 – £85,000£450 – £600Mid–Senior
Project Manager£60,000 – £100,000£500 – £750Senior
Solution / Technical Architect£80,000 – £110,000+£650 – £900Senior (9+ yrs)
Practice Lead£90,000 – £130,000+£700 – £1,000Lead / Principal

Indicative UK ranges based on 2024–2025 market data (e.g. specialist recruiter salary guides, Glassdoor and IT Jobs Watch contract data). Actual pay varies by module specialism (F&O, CE, Business Central, Power Platform), location, certifications and IR35 status. Day rates reflect typical ranges; niche or scarce skills can command more.

Live market data (201 roles with salary on the board)

Mid
$22$280,500
Senior
$57,684$325,000

Certifications

PL-900

PL-900 Power Platform Fundamentals

Entry-level certification covering core Power Platform concepts; a common starting point for newcomers.

PL-200

PL-200 Power Platform Functional Consultant Associate

Validates configuring Dataverse, model-driven/canvas apps and Power Automate to deliver Power Platform solutions.

PL-400

PL-400 Power Platform Developer Associate

Covers extending the platform with code, plug-ins, custom connectors and integrations.

PL-600

PL-600 Power Platform Solution Architect Expert

Expert-level certification for architects leading solution design across Power Platform and Dynamics 365.

MB-210

MB-210 Dynamics 365 Sales Functional Consultant

Validates configuration of the Dynamics 365 Sales (CE/CRM) application.

MB-310

MB-310 Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant

Covers configuring core finance functionality in Dynamics 365 Finance (F&O).

MB-330

MB-330 Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant

Validates configuration of supply chain, manufacturing and inventory in D365 SCM.

MB-700

MB-700 Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations Apps Solution Architect

Expert-level certification for architects designing F&O solutions.

Career Path & Progression

1

Support / Junior Analyst

Entry-level support analysts and administrators handling tickets, configuration changes and user queries while building product knowledge and first certifications.

2

Functional / Technical Consultant

Mid-level consultants and developers delivering configuration, customisation and module expertise on implementation projects.

3

Senior Consultant / Lead

Senior specialists leading workstreams, mentoring juniors and owning complex functional or technical deliverables across a programme.

4

Solution / Technical Architect

Architects defining end-to-end solutions, governing design decisions and aligning the platform to business strategy.

5

Practice Lead / Programme Manager

Leaders running delivery practices, pre-sales, P&L and large transformation programmes.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between a Dynamics 365 functional and technical consultant?
Functional consultants configure the application to meet business requirements (workshops, fit-gap, setup, testing, training) and tend to hold module certifications like MB-210, MB-310 or MB-330. Technical consultants and developers extend the platform with code (X++, C#/.NET, JavaScript, PCF) and integrations, typically aligned to PL-400 or developer-track exams.
Which Microsoft certifications are most valuable for D365 careers?
It depends on your track. Functional roles benefit from role-specific exams (MB-210 Sales, MB-310 Finance, MB-330 SCM, PL-200 Power Platform). Developers target PL-400, and aspiring architects work toward PL-600 (Power Platform) or MB-700 (F&O). Certifications are widely requested by Microsoft partners maintaining their partner status.
Do I need to specialise in F&O, CE, Business Central or Power Platform?
Most experienced professionals specialise, because each product family has deep, distinct functionality. Many start broad in a support or junior role, then focus on one area as they progress. Power Platform skills are increasingly valuable across all D365 specialisms because they underpin extensibility and reporting.
Is contracting or permanent employment better for D365 roles?
Both are common. Contracting (typically inside or outside IR35 in the UK) can offer higher day rates and project variety, while permanent roles offer stability, benefits and structured progression. Demand for contractors tends to spike around major implementations, upgrades and go-lives.
Can Dynamics 365 roles be done remotely?
Many are hybrid or remote-first, particularly for partners and consultancies, though some client-facing implementation work involves periodic travel to client sites for workshops, UAT and go-live support.
How do I move from end-user/support into consulting?
Build product depth in a specific module, earn role-relevant certifications, and seek exposure to implementation projects (configuration, testing, data migration). Many support analysts and administrators transition into junior consultant roles within partner organisations.