The Dynamics CE Solution Architect is a core team member of KPMG customer delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 cantered solutions.
Contribute to the delivery of high-quality business and software solutions to our clients using your knowledge of Dynamics 365 CE functional capabilities working closely with client teams and business stakeholders
Lead, organise, manage, and document workshops, meetings and requirements sessions with the client representatives, project stakeholders and delivery team(s)
Ownership for the delivery of high-quality business and software solutions to our clients using their deep understanding of Dynamics 365 CE functional capabilities
Ownership of gathering and documentation of functional requirements and complete gap/fit analysis for workstream
Be responsible for ensuring our pre-sales engagements are delivered with the same rigour and attention to detail as our client engagements
Interface effectively with other members of the delivery team and the solution Architect to ensure that the Power Platforms solution meets client’s requirements
Strong contribution to the wider CE practice by defining training needs within the team and coaching or mentoring other team members
Identify business/project risk and mitigate or communicate as necessary
Deliver high quality business and software solutions and services to clients ensuring the implementation of best practices based on Microsoft Dynamics standards and supported configuration/customisations
The creation of high quality and sustainable client solutions and project documentation including support for testing activities
Deliver all consultancy and configuration work according to KPMG project methodology, ensuring that all software applications are implemented successfully according to the project plan: on time and on budget
Contribute to Pre-Sales activities as required including building demo and proof of concept solutions for various client presentations
Delivery of end-user training to clients and colleagues where applicable
Meet and exceed customer expectations of business knowledge, skills, and behaviour
Identify business/project risks and mitigate or communicate as necessary
Advise client and delivery team members of scope (creep) and use of change control processes
Provide on-site support and assistance throughout delivery and go-live phases of project to client and more junior team members
Communicate progress updates to relevant parties both formally and informally
Leads people and helps to grow them in their role
Performance management of two or more junior members of product team
In all activities, ensure timely completion of internal processes and mandatory training
Promotes the Values of our company.
Represent KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions in a professional and positive manner at all times.
Requirements
Extensive experience as a CRM Consultant with largescale complex implementations, deep knowledge of technical capabilities of Dynamics 365, including appropriate certification.
Must be able to show good knowledge of practices for Dynamics 365
Deep understanding of Azure and cloud technologies, .Net development and PowerBI.
Deeper understanding of the broader Microsoft stack and be able to leverage it to create powerful solutions (PowerApps, Power BI, Data Verse, Azure, Office 365) and working in fast paced Agile environments.
Ability to clearly articulate and present your ideas and solutions in line with the capabilities of Microsoft Dynamics 365.
Successfully translate business and customer needs into a great digital customer experience.
Good understanding of Microsoft Dynamics Power Platforms Accelerators, industry templates and add-ons
Leading and mentoring junior team members
Willingness to develop your knowledge of new functionality in the Microsoft platforms, keeping on top of roadmaps, studying for certifications to ensure we help deliver best solutions to our clients
Knowledge of best practices for working with offshore teams
Microsoft Dynamics CRM Certifications, ideally most current versions are desirable
Preferably a University graduate with relevant degree within a computing or business discipline.
Tech Stack
Azure
Cloud
Benefits
Support practice development activities such as defining and configuring industry specific solutions