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Lead Agile Project Manager
Posted 3 days ago
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Key responsibilities include planning, executing, and closing projects using Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban. You will facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring teams adhere to best practices and achieve their sprint goals. This role requires excellent stakeholder management skills, including communicating project status, risks, and dependencies to both technical teams and senior leadership. You will be adept at managing project scope, budget, and timelines, proactively identifying and mitigating potential roadblocks. The Lead Agile Project Manager will also mentor and coach junior project managers and team members, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully delivering multiple complex projects in a remote setting. Strong leadership qualities, exceptional organisational skills, and a passion for Agile principles are essential. You should be comfortable working with a variety of project management tools and collaborative platforms, ensuring seamless communication and productivity across distributed teams. A PMP or Scrum Master certification is highly desirable. This fully remote position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere within the UK, with occasional travel for key strategic meetings as needed. Our client is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive remote work culture, providing the tools and resources necessary for success.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on Agile methodologies.
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or similar certification (e.g., PMP, SAFe).
- Proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams in a remote environment.
- Experience with project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello).
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).
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Senior Agile Project Manager
Posted 4 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple complex projects, adhering to Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Facilitate all Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring they are realistic and achievable.
- Manage and mitigate project risks and issues, proactively identifying potential roadblocks and developing effective solutions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring clear and consistent communication.
- Coach and mentor project teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
- Track project progress, report on key metrics, and provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.
- Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and business requirements.
- Manage project scope effectively, identifying and addressing scope creep.
- Promote Agile best practices and drive adoption across the organization.
- Utilize project management tools and software to manage tasks, resources, and timelines.
- Contribute to the improvement of project management processes and methodologies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications (CSM, CSPO) are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 8 years of proven experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on Agile environments.
- Demonstrated success in managing large-scale, complex projects with distributed teams.
- In-depth knowledge of Agile frameworks, principles, and practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana).
- Experience in change management and stakeholder engagement.
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively in a remote setting.
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on exciting projects while enjoying the benefits of a flexible, remote work environment. If you are a results-oriented leader with a passion for Agile delivery, we encourage you to apply.
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Senior Agile Project Manager
Posted 5 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage Agile projects from initiation to closure.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Manage project resources, including team allocation and task assignment.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration among project team members and stakeholders.
- Track project progress and provide regular status reports.
- Coach and mentor project teams on Agile best practices.
- Drive continuous improvement within the project delivery process.
- Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager, Scrum Master, or similar role.
- In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Experience managing software development projects.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with budget management and resource allocation.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or similar Agile certification is highly desirable.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid remote and office-based environment.
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Senior Product Manager, Agile
Posted 2 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for key product lines.
- Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews to identify opportunities and define product requirements.
- Translate product strategy into detailed product specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
- Prioritize the product backlog and manage the product roadmap effectively within an Agile framework.
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle to ensure timely and high-quality product delivery.
- Work with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies and product launch plans.
- Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, customers, and the development team.
- Analyze product performance metrics and customer feedback to inform product iterations and improvements.
- Mentor and guide junior product managers and team members.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and customer needs.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in product management, with a strong focus on software products.
- Proven experience working with Agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Demonstrated success in defining and launching successful products.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience with market research, competitive analysis, and user research techniques.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and in-office collaboration.
- Technical background or strong understanding of software development processes is a plus.
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Lead Agile Project Manager
Posted 2 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple Agile software development projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies, developing contingency plans as needed.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting Agile best practices and continuous improvement.
- Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, challenges, and successes.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure effective communication across all levels of the organisation.
- Oversee the work of project teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to team members.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and delivery methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.
- Contribute to the strategic planning and roadmap development for the product or service portfolio.
- Resolve conflicts and remove impediments to ensure the smooth progress of projects.
- Track project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, and report on key metrics.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Proven experience leading complex software development projects, preferably in a tech-driven environment.
- Strong understanding of Agile principles, frameworks, and best practices.
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is required.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 certification is highly desirable.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, resources, and timelines effectively.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to risk management.
- Experience with project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence) and tools.
- Ability to motivate and guide diverse teams towards shared goals.
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Senior Agile Project Manager
Posted 2 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end management of software development projects from initiation to closure.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Develop project plans, roadmaps, and schedules, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Manage project scope, risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
- Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, providing regular project updates and managing expectations.
- Coach and mentor project teams on Agile best practices and principles.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality software products that meet user needs and business requirements.
- Track project progress and key performance indicators (KPIs), reporting to senior management.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration within the project teams.
- Manage project budgets and resource allocation effectively.
- Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager, Scrum Master, or similar role leading software development projects.
- In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and best practices.
- Experience in risk management, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution.
- Ability to manage complex projects with multiple dependencies and cross-functional teams.
- Agile certifications such as CSM, CSPO, or PMP are highly desirable.
- Ability to work autonomously and drive projects forward in a fully remote environment.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
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Lead Agile Project Manager
Posted 2 days ago
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Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing multiple complex projects simultaneously using Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
- Facilitating project planning, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Developing comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
- Identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks and issues proactively.
- Fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting clear communication and accountability.
- Serving as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular status updates and managing expectations.
- Mentoring and coaching junior project managers and team members on Agile best practices.
- Ensuring adherence to project management standards and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
- Continuously improving project processes and team performance through feedback and analysis.
- Driving the successful adoption and application of Agile principles within the organization.
The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in project management, with a strong emphasis on Agile methodologies. Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide diverse teams, are essential. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills are critical for success in this remote, client-facing role. PMP, CSM, or equivalent certifications are highly desirable. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, with a Master's degree being an advantage. You should be adept at managing complex dependencies, navigating ambiguity, and delivering results in a fast-paced, remote setting. Join our client's innovative team and make a significant impact on their project success from your chosen location.
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Remote Lead Project Manager - Agile Software Development
Posted 2 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple software development projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
- Implement and champion Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) across project teams, fostering best practices and continuous improvement.
- Develop detailed project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, risk management, and communication strategies.
- Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Manage stakeholder expectations, ensuring clear and consistent communication regarding project status, risks, and dependencies.
- Oversee the work of project teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure optimal performance.
- Identify and mitigate project risks and dependencies, proactively addressing challenges to prevent delays.
- Collaborate closely with product owners, engineering leads, and business stakeholders to define project requirements and priorities.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Track project progress using appropriate tools and provide regular status reports to senior management.
- Contribute to the strategic planning and roadmap development for the product portfolio.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 4 years focused on Agile software development environments.
- Proven experience leading complex software development projects from start to finish.
- Expertise in Agile methodologies (Scrum Master certification highly desirable).
- Strong understanding of the full software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Asana, or similar.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, remote setting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience managing cross-functional teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
This is a challenging and rewarding role offering the opportunity to lead impactful projects within a thriving tech company, with the complete flexibility of remote work. If you are a results-driven leader passionate about building high-performing teams and delivering exceptional software, we encourage you to apply.
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Lead Agile Project Manager (Remote)
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple concurrent software development projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Facilitate agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives for geographically dispersed teams.
- Develop and manage project roadmaps, backlogs, and sprint commitments in collaboration with product owners and development teams.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies, proactively communicating potential roadblocks to stakeholders.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture, promoting continuous improvement and knowledge sharing among team members, regardless of their location.
- Ensure clear and consistent communication channels are maintained between the project team, stakeholders, and senior management.
- Track project progress, performance metrics, and key deliverables, providing regular status updates and comprehensive reports.
- Coach and mentor project teams and other stakeholders on Agile principles and best practices.
- Manage project budgets and resource allocation effectively within a remote operational framework.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the project management practice and the wider organisation.
- Ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.
- Act as a primary point of contact for all project-related queries and escalations.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field; Master's degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 5 years specifically focused on leading Agile software development projects.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, large-scale projects in a remote or hybrid environment.
- Expertise in Scrum, Kanban, and other Agile frameworks, with a strong understanding of their application in practice.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) is required.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and inspire remote teams.
- Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Trello, or similar.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
- Experience with budget management and resource planning for distributed teams.
- Demonstrated ability to manage risks, dependencies, and change effectively.
This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation and shape the future of their project delivery capabilities in a flexible, remote setting.
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Senior Technical Project Manager (Agile)
Posted 3 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex technology projects from inception to completion.
- Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Implement and manage Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) to ensure efficient project delivery.
- Facilitate project meetings, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and maintain clear, consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure the quality of project deliverables meets or exceeds expectations.
- Track project progress, performance, and key metrics, providing regular status reports to senior management.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Liaise with technical leads, developers, designers, and other team members to ensure alignment and address technical challenges.
- Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations where applicable.
- Drive continuous improvement within project management processes and team workflows.
- Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field. Master's degree or PMP/Agile certification (e.g., CSM, SAFe) is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in technical project management, with at least 3 years managing complex software development projects.
- Proven experience implementing and leading projects using Agile methodologies.
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project).
- Experience managing budgets and resources effectively.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) and microservices architecture is a plus.
- Familiarity with various technology stacks and development practices.
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