370 Agile Transformation jobs in the United Kingdom
Senior Scrum Master, Agile Transformation
NG1 3BG Nottingham, East Midlands
£70000 Annually
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Our client is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Scrum Master to drive their agile transformation initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from home across the UK. You will be instrumental in guiding multiple agile teams, fostering an agile mindset, and ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects. Your role will involve coaching teams on Scrum and other agile frameworks, removing impediments, and facilitating continuous improvement to maximise team effectiveness and value delivery.
Key responsibilities will include:
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and extensive experience (5+ years) as a Scrum Master, preferably within a large-scale agile environment. Certification such as CSM, CSPO, or PSM III is highly desirable. Proven ability to coach multiple teams simultaneously and drive successful agile transformations is essential. Strong understanding of various agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and experience with agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) are required. Excellent facilitation, communication, conflict resolution, and influencing skills are critical. You should have a passion for agile principles and a talent for fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. This remote opportunity is perfect for a seasoned agile practitioner looking to make a significant impact.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Facilitating Scrum events, including sprint planning, daily scrums, sprint reviews, and retrospectives for multiple teams.
- Coaching and mentoring Scrum teams, Product Owners, and stakeholders on agile principles, practices, and values.
- Identifying and removing impediments that hinder team progress and productivity.
- Promoting self-organisation and cross-functionality within agile teams.
- Guiding teams in adopting and adhering to agile best practices, including effective backlog management and estimation.
- Assisting Product Owners in maintaining a healthy product backlog and ensuring clarity of product goals.
- Measuring and reporting on team performance and agility metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Facilitating collaboration and communication between development teams, stakeholders, and other departments.
- Championing agile values and principles throughout the organisation and contributing to the broader agile community.
- Leading by example, demonstrating servant leadership and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and extensive experience (5+ years) as a Scrum Master, preferably within a large-scale agile environment. Certification such as CSM, CSPO, or PSM III is highly desirable. Proven ability to coach multiple teams simultaneously and drive successful agile transformations is essential. Strong understanding of various agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and experience with agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) are required. Excellent facilitation, communication, conflict resolution, and influencing skills are critical. You should have a passion for agile principles and a talent for fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. This remote opportunity is perfect for a seasoned agile practitioner looking to make a significant impact.
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Senior Scrum Master, Agile Transformation
B1 1TT Birmingham, West Midlands
£65000 Annually
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Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Scrum Master to champion agile methodologies and facilitate the successful delivery of software development projects. This role is based in the heart of Birmingham, West Midlands, UK , offering a hybrid work model for optimal team collaboration and flexibility. As a Senior Scrum Master, you will guide and coach multiple Scrum teams, fostering an environment of high performance, continuous improvement, and self-organization. You will be instrumental in removing impediments, facilitating Scrum events (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives), and ensuring adherence to agile principles and practices. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Scrum, Kanban, and other agile frameworks, along with proven experience in large-scale agile transformations. You will work closely with Product Owners, development teams, and stakeholders to optimize the flow of work and ensure value delivery. This role requires exceptional facilitation, coaching, and conflict resolution skills. You will be a change agent, driving adoption of agile practices across the organization and helping teams mature in their agile journey. Maintaining relevant metrics and providing insights into team performance will be crucial. A strong commitment to continuous learning and improvement, both for yourself and the teams you support, is essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on project delivery and agile maturity within a forward-thinking company.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, sprint retrospectives) for multiple teams.
- Coach and mentor Scrum teams, Product Owners, and other stakeholders on agile principles and practices.
- Identify and remove impediments that hinder team progress and productivity.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment that promotes self-organization.
- Guide teams in adopting and adhering to Scrum framework and agile values.
- Help teams improve their processes and practices through continuous inspection and adaptation.
- Track team progress using agile metrics and provide insights for improvement.
- Support the Product Owner in backlog refinement and release planning.
- Promote effective communication and collaboration between teams and stakeholders.
- Contribute to the broader agile transformation efforts within the organization.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is required.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience as a Scrum Master, with at least 2 years serving multiple teams or in a senior capacity.
- Proven experience facilitating agile ceremonies and coaching development teams.
- Strong understanding of agile principles, Scrum framework, and Kanban.
- Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve impediments effectively.
- Experience with agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Ability to coach and influence individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Experience in large-scale agile transformations is highly desirable.
- A proactive and servant-leadership approach.
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Lead Agile Transformation Coach
G1 1AA Glasgow, Scotland
£80000 Annually
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Posted 18 days ago
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Our innovative client is seeking a seasoned Lead Agile Transformation Coach to drive significant organizational change within their dynamic structure. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your expertise from anywhere. You will be at the forefront of guiding multiple teams and departments through their agile journeys, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and high performance. Your primary role will be to mentor and coach teams, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and leadership on agile principles, values, and practices. This includes facilitating agile ceremonies, identifying impediments, and helping to remove organizational blockers that hinder agile adoption and effectiveness. You will be responsible for developing and implementing agile strategies, tailoring frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) to fit the specific needs of different business units, and measuring the impact of agile transformations. A strong understanding of various agile methodologies, scaling frameworks, and change management principles is essential. The ideal candidate will have a deep passion for agile transformation and a proven track record of successfully coaching and leading organizational change initiatives in complex environments. You should possess excellent communication, facilitation, and influencing skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization. Relevant certifications such as CST (Certified Scrum Trainer), CEC (Certified Enterprise Coach), or SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) are highly desirable. A minimum of 8 years of experience in agile coaching and transformation, with at least 4 years in a lead coaching role, is required. This is a unique opportunity to make a profound impact on organizational agility and employee empowerment in a flexible, remote setting.
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Lead Agile Transformation Coach
LS1 1UR Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber
£75000 Annually
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Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Agile Transformation Coach to spearhead a significant organizational shift towards Agile methodologies. This fully remote role requires a seasoned professional who can inspire, guide, and empower cross-functional teams and leadership to embrace Agile principles and practices. You will be instrumental in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and customer-centricity across the organization. Your primary focus will be to design and implement comprehensive Agile transformation strategies, working closely with stakeholders at all levels to ensure successful adoption and sustainability.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a holistic Agile transformation roadmap aligned with business objectives.
- Coach and mentor teams, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and leadership on Agile values, principles, and practices (Scrum, Kanban, Lean).
- Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and team-building activities to promote Agile adoption.
- Identify impediments to Agile adoption and work with relevant parties to remove them.
- Design and implement metrics and key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of Agile transformations.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement through feedback loops and retrospectives.
- Advise senior management on Agile best practices and strategic implementation.
- Champion Agile principles and advocate for necessary organizational changes.
- Manage change resistance and facilitate smooth transitions during the transformation process.
- Contribute to the development of internal Agile coaching capabilities and best practices.
- Extensive experience (7+ years) in coaching Agile transformations within large organizations.
- Deep understanding of various Agile frameworks, including Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and Lean.
- Proven ability to coach and influence at all organizational levels, from individual teams to executive leadership.
- Excellent facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Strong understanding of organizational change management principles.
- Certified Scrum Trainer (CST), SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), or similar advanced certifications are highly desirable.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated success in driving significant, measurable improvements through Agile adoption.
- Ability to work autonomously and effectively manage distributed teams in a remote-first setting.
- Experience with scaling Agile methodologies across multiple departments or business units.
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Senior Agile Transformation Lead
MK1 1AA Milton Keynes, South East
£70000 Annually
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Our client is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Agile Transformation Lead to join their team in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, UK . This role is critical in driving the adoption and scaling of Agile methodologies across the organization, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and efficient delivery. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully leading large-scale Agile transformations, coaching teams and leadership, and implementing best practices.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and implementation of comprehensive Agile transformation strategies across various departments and teams.
- Coach and mentor Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and development teams on Agile principles, practices, and values.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies and workshops, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Develop and deliver training programs to educate staff at all levels on Agile methodologies and mindsets.
- Assess organizational maturity and identify key areas for improvement in Agile adoption.
- Promote a culture of transparency, inspection, and adaptation throughout the organization.
- Work closely with senior leadership to align Agile initiatives with strategic business objectives.
- Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of Agile transformations and identify areas for further optimization.
- Resolve impediments and roadblocks that hinder team performance and Agile adoption.
- Champion Lean principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop and maintain Agile roadmaps and implementation plans.
- Stay current with industry best practices and emerging trends in Agile and Lean methodologies.
- Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, fostering buy-in and support for Agile transformation efforts.
- Design and implement appropriate Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.) tailored to the organization's needs.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Extensive experience (7+ years) in Agile coaching, consulting, or leading Agile transformations in complex organizations.
- Deep understanding of various Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS, etc.
- Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), Certified Enterprise Coach (CEC), SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), or equivalent certifications are highly desirable.
- Proven ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including executive management.
- Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Excellent understanding of change management principles and practices.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Ability to analyze complex situations and develop practical, actionable solutions.
- Experience in developing and delivering training materials.
- Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative and empowering team environment.
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Senior Agile Transformation Lead
ST1 2AB Staffordshire, West Midlands
£70000 Annually
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Our client is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Agile Transformation Lead to guide their ongoing journey towards more efficient and adaptive project delivery. Based in our **Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire** office, this role offers a hybrid working model, blending essential in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. You will be instrumental in championing Agile principles and practices across various departments, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and empowered teams. Your responsibilities will include coaching Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and development teams, facilitating key Agile ceremonies, and helping to remove organizational impediments. You will design and deliver training programs tailored to different levels of understanding within the organization. Developing and tracking key metrics to measure the success of Agile transformations and identify areas for further refinement will be crucial. This role requires a deep understanding of various Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe, and the ability to tailor approaches to the specific needs of the business. You will work closely with senior leadership to align Agile strategies with business objectives and ensure buy-in at all levels. Experience in organizational change management is vital, as you will be leading significant cultural shifts. You should possess excellent communication, influencing, and conflict-resolution skills, with a proven ability to inspire and motivate teams. A background in a relevant industry, coupled with extensive practical experience in implementing and scaling Agile methodologies, is essential. We are seeking a strategic thinker who can not only implement frameworks but also cultivate an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of project delivery within a forward-thinking organization.
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Lead Agile Transformation Consultant
G2 1FA Glasgow, Scotland
£90000 annum (cont
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Our client is seeking a seasoned Lead Agile Transformation Consultant to drive significant organizational change within companies across various sectors. This is a fully remote, contract-based role, offering the flexibility to work from your preferred location. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe), and a proven track record of successfully guiding organizations through complex transformations. You will be responsible for assessing current states, designing transformation roadmaps, coaching leadership teams, and fostering an Agile mindset throughout the organization.
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Required Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess organizational maturity and identify key areas for Agile adoption and improvement.
- Design and develop comprehensive Agile transformation strategies and roadmaps tailored to client needs.
- Coach and mentor executive leadership, management teams, and cross-functional teams on Agile principles, practices, and values.
- Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and team-building activities to embed Agile culture.
- Champion Agile practices and principles, helping to overcome resistance and drive adoption.
- Develop and implement metrics to track the progress and success of Agile transformations.
- Advise on the selection and implementation of Agile tools and technologies.
- Identify and mitigate risks and impediments associated with transformation initiatives.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, transparency, and collaboration.
- Share best practices and insights gained from various engagements.
- Support clients in scaling Agile across multiple teams and departments.
Required Qualifications:
- Extensive experience (8+ years) in Agile coaching, consulting, and transformation leadership.
- Deep expertise in multiple Agile frameworks (Scrum Master, Product Owner, SAFe, LeSS, etc.).
- Proven ability to lead large-scale Agile transformations in diverse organizational contexts.
- Strong understanding of organizational change management principles and practices.
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, and influencing skills.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage at all levels of an organization.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans.
- Experience with various Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Enterprise Coach (CEC), Certified Enterprise Scrum Trainer (CST), SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) are highly desirable.
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
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Lead Agile Transformation Consultant
PL1 2AA Plymouth, South West
£70000 Annually
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Our client is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Agile Transformation Consultant to drive significant organizational change within a fully remote setting. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for guiding teams and leadership through the adoption and optimization of agile methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance. You will work with a diverse range of departments, assessing current processes, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing tailored agile strategies to enhance efficiency, product delivery, and customer satisfaction. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a lasting impact on a global scale, all from the convenience of your home office.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive agile transformation roadmaps tailored to the specific needs of various business units.
- Coach and mentor cross-functional teams, Scrum Masters, and Product Owners in agile principles, practices, and tools.
- Facilitate agile ceremonies, workshops, and training sessions to embed agile ways of working.
- Conduct assessments of current organizational maturity and identify areas for agile adoption and improvement.
- Champion agile values and principles across the organization, promoting collaboration, transparency, and adaptability.
- Measure and report on the effectiveness of agile transformations, using key metrics to demonstrate progress and identify further opportunities.
- Advise senior leadership on strategic initiatives related to agile adoption and organizational design.
- Contribute to the development of best practices and knowledge sharing within the internal agile community.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure buy-in throughout the transformation journey.
- Stay current with the latest trends and innovations in agile, Lean, and DevOps methodologies.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in agile coaching, consulting, or leading agile transformations in large organizations.
- Demonstrated success in implementing agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, or LeSS.
- Strong understanding of organizational change management principles and practices.
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Proficiency in agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), Certified Enterprise Coach (CEC), or SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) is highly desirable.
- Proven ability to diagnose complex organizational issues and develop effective, data-driven solutions.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, comfortable presenting to executive audiences.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities effectively in a remote environment.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
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Senior Scrum Master - Agile Transformation Lead
CF10 1DA Cardiff, Wales
£65000 Annually
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Our client is revolutionising the digital landscape and seeks a seasoned Senior Scrum Master to spearhead their agile transformation efforts, working entirely remotely. This role is crucial for fostering high-performing, self-organizing teams that deliver exceptional value. You will be a servant leader, coach, and mentor, guiding multiple agile teams through complex projects and ensuring the adoption and adherence to agile principles and practices. Your expertise will drive efficiency, improve product quality, and enhance team collaboration in a distributed environment.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective) for multiple teams, ensuring they are productive and valuable.
- Coach and mentor Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and development teams on agile principles, values, and best practices.
- Remove impediments and blockers faced by the teams, escalating when necessary to senior management.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, transparency, and collaboration across all teams.
- Assist in managing dependencies between teams and external stakeholders.
- Track and report on team progress, velocity, and key agile metrics.
- Champion the adoption of new agile tools and techniques to enhance team performance.
- Facilitate conflict resolution within and between teams.
- Contribute to the organisation's agile community of practice, sharing knowledge and insights.
- Ensure that teams are delivering high-quality software that meets business needs and customer expectations.
- Proven experience as a Scrum Master, preferably with multiple teams and in a remote-first organisation.
- Deep understanding of Scrum, Kanban, and other agile frameworks.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is essential.
- Excellent coaching, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Strong ability to build rapport and trust with remote teams and stakeholders.
- Experience with agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Demonstrated ability to remove impediments and drive continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly.
- Experience in managing or coordinating large-scale agile transformations is highly desirable.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.
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Senior Project Manager - Agile Transformation
LE1 5XL Leicester, East Midlands
£70000 Annually
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Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead critical Agile transformation initiatives within the organization. This role is fully remote, offering flexibility while requiring a strategic approach to guiding teams through significant change. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing projects aimed at embedding Agile methodologies and fostering an Agile culture across various departments. This involves defining project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success metrics in alignment with organizational goals. You will manage cross-functional teams, facilitate Agile ceremonies, remove impediments, and ensure effective communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders. A key focus will be on driving process improvements, enhancing team productivity, and delivering high-quality outcomes within Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in project management, with a proven track record of successfully managing complex transformation projects, ideally in an Agile environment. Certifications such as PMP, CSM, or CSPO are highly desirable. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills are essential, as is the ability to coach and mentor teams on Agile principles and practices. You should be adept at navigating organizational change, resolving conflicts, and fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment. This position is based in the Leicester, Leicestershire, UK region, but is offered as a fully remote role, demanding strong self-management and virtual collaboration capabilities. If you are a passionate advocate for Agile ways of working and possess the leadership skills to drive successful transformations, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning and execution of Agile transformation projects.
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in an Agile context.
- Manage and guide cross-functional teams in adopting Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Identify and remove impediments to team progress and productivity.
- Ensure effective stakeholder communication and management throughout project lifecycles.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster an Agile culture.
- Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality outcomes.
- Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager leading complex projects, with a strong emphasis on Agile methodologies.
- Experience in managing organizational change and Agile transformations.
- Proficiency in Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban.
- Excellent leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management abilities.
- PMP, CSM, CSPO, or similar certifications are highly desirable.
- Ability to work effectively and independently in a remote team setting.
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