Job Specifications
Job Title: D365 Data Migration Lead Consultant
Contract Type: Contract – Outside IR35
Location: Remote (UK-based candidates preferred)
Duration: 6 Months – 9 Months
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Dynamics 365 Data Migration Consultant to lead and execute end-to-end data migration activities as part of a large-scale D365 Finance & Operations (F&O) implementation programme. The consultant will play a key role in designing, building, testing, and delivering robust data migration solutions that ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity across legacy and target systems.
Key Responsibilities
Own and manage all aspects of data migration within the D365 F&O implementation.
Analyse legacy data structures and design data mapping, transformation, and cleansing strategies.
Develop and maintain data migration scripts, ETL processes, and staging environments using tools such as Azure Data Factory, KingswaySoft, SQL Server, or similar.
Collaborate closely with functional leads, technical teams, and business stakeholders to define migration scope, priorities, and validation processes.
Conduct data quality checks, reconciliation, and post-migration verification.
Provide expert guidance on data governance, archiving, and cutover planning.
Document all processes, configurations, and outcomes in line with project and compliance requirements.
Support mock migrations, user acceptance testing (UAT), and go-live activities.
Key Skills & Experience Required
Proven experience delivering data migration projects within Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O / AX 2012 environments.
Strong understanding of D365 data entities, data management framework (DMF), and integration concepts.
Proficient in SQL, ETL tools (e.g. SSIS, KingswaySoft, Azure Data Factory), and data transformation scripting.
Hands-on experience with Azure, Power Platform, and data validation techniques.
Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for data quality, consistency, and process optimisation.
Excellent documentation and communication skills, able to collaborate across technical and business teams.
Previous experience working on large-scale ERP transformation programmes preferred.
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