Dynamics 365 Business Central Recruitment
Dynamics 365 Business Central Recruitment
Hiring the right Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central person takes longer than most teams expect. We place experienced Business Central consultants, developers and project managers with employers across the USA.
Explore the Business Central specialism
What is Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central?
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is an ERP system built mostly for small and mid-sized companies. Finance, sales, purchasing, inventory, projects and day-to-day operations all run from a single system.
People often call it Business Central ERP. Because every department works from the same data, teams stop passing spreadsheets around. It also connects with Excel, Outlook and Power BI, which most offices already use.
Companies usually go looking for help at three points: a new implementation, a system upgrade, or ongoing support. Each time, they need people who’ve done the work before. A good Dynamics 365 Business Central consultant sets up the system, tidies up processes and makes sure the software fits how the company actually runs.
Learn more about the product itself at Business Central at microsoft.com ↗
Who Hires Business Central Specialists?
Microsoft Partners and Consultancies
Microsoft partners and ERP consulting firms hire Business Central consultants for client work. That might be a fresh implementation, a data migration, an upgrade, an integration or long-term support.
Businesses Using Business Central
Companies that run Business Central day to day also need their own people. They hire functional consultants, developers, system administrators and project managers to look after the system and keep improving it.
Most employers prefer candidates who know their industry as well as the software. Finance, manufacturing, distribution and retail come up most often.
Why Choose Henley Morgan for Business Central Recruitment?
Experience with Business Central Roles
We know what employers want when they hire for Business Central implementation, development, consulting and support roles, and we screen candidates with that in mind.
Access to Business Central Professionals
Our network includes Business Central consultants, developers and other ERP specialists who have real platform experience, not just a line on a CV.
Permanent and Contract Hiring
Need someone long term? We can do that. Need a contractor for one implementation? We do that too.
Dynamics 365 Business Central Consultant
A Dynamics 365 Business Central consultant implements, configures and improves a company’s ERP system. Day to day, that means gathering requirements, setting up workflows, testing and training users.
Business Central Developer
Business Central developers write extensions, integrations and custom features. Most of that work is done in AL, the programming language Microsoft created for Business Central.
Business Central Project Manager
A Business Central project manager keeps an ERP implementation on track by managing timelines, people and tasks.
Business Central Support Consultant
A Business Central support consultant fixes system problems, answers user questions and keeps the ERP system running well over time.
Business Central Functional Consultant
A functional consultant configures Business Central around what the business needs. Many specialise in one area, such as finance, inventory, purchasing, sales or supply chain.
Business Central role families
Functional Consultant
Sets up Business Central modules across finance, sales, purchasing, inventory and manufacturing. Also runs user training and UAT.
AL Developer
Writes extensions in AL, connects Business Central to the Power Platform and third-party systems, and maintains existing customizations.
Support Consultant
Keeps live Business Central environments stable, whether at a partner’s managed service desk or on an in-house team.
Project Manager
Takes Business Central implementations and upgrades from kickoff through to go-live.
2026 Business Central Salary Benchmarks
In the UK, a mid-level Business Central functional consultant typically earns £49,500–£68,000. In the US, the same level pays $99,000–$126,500, and the top end can pass $264,000. UK contractors charge day rates of £495 to £770.
Pay depends on experience, technical skills, location and how much responsibility the role carries. Strong implementation, finance and AL development skills tend to open the better-paid roles.
Business Central Salary Guide 2026
Role-by-role pay bands, premium skills and contract rates across the UK and US.
Certifications and Skills That Add Value
- ✓ Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Functional Consultant Associate (MB-800): Suits consultants who work on implementations, configuration and business processes.
- ✓ AL Development Skills: Worth having if you build extensions or customize Business Central.
- ✓ Microsoft Power Platform: Handy for automation, reporting and integrations.
- ✓ Finance and Supply Chain Knowledge: Makes it easier to understand what a business needs and set the ERP up properly.
- ✓ Implementation and Upgrade Experience: Hands-on work with data migration, testing, integrations and go-live sets a candidate apart.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Dynamics 365 Business Central consultant do?
A Business Central consultant sets up, configures and improves a company’s ERP system. The work can include gathering requirements, building workflows, migrating data, testing, training users and providing ongoing support.
What skills do Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central consultants need?
Hands-on experience with the platform matters most, along with a solid grasp of business processes. Knowledge of finance, inventory or supply chain is a big plus. Depending on the role, AL development, integrations and reporting skills can also help.
Where can I find Business Central jobs in the USA?
Openings come from Microsoft partners, ERP consulting firms and companies that run Business Central in-house. Roles cover functional consulting, development, project management and support, on both permanent and contract terms.
How much does a Business Central consultant earn in the USA?
A mid-level US consultant typically earns between $99,000 and $126,500. The top end can pass $264,000. Pay depends on experience, location, technical skills and how much responsibility the role carries.
Do I need the MB-800 certification to get a Business Central job?
It isn’t always required, but it helps, especially for functional consultant roles. It shows employers you understand how Business Central is configured. Practical implementation experience still counts for the most.