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Summary:
Agile Project Manager working across multiple scrum teams and partnering with stakeholders across Product, Engineering and Operations . The ideal candidate must be able to think on their feet, displaying excellent problem-solving skills within an ever-changing environment. The nature of this environment, means the candidate must be able to balance and prioritise multiple projects at the same time.

Details:
Hybrid - 3 days / week in the London office.
Rate - Up to 800 per day
Duration - Initial 6 months

Key Skills / Experience:

• Vast experience working alongside engineering teams.
• Agile Delivery & Scrum Expertise - Certified Scrum Master (CSM or equivalent) with hands-on experience leading agile ceremonies.
• Proven track record managing cross-functional teams - including product teams
• Experience working within financial services - experience within index teams is desirable.
• The ability to problem-solve within a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• A strong technical background - experience in Java and Pytho n is desirable.

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• Lead and manage multiple Agile projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, roadmaps, and status reports.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate closely with product owners, development teams, stakeholders, and senior management to ensure project success.
• Foster strong communication and collaboration within project teams and across departments.
• Mentor and coach junior project managers and team members on Agile best practices.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation effectively.
• Drive continuous improvement within project delivery processes.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Translate business requirements into actionable project tasks.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and provide regular updates on project progress.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on Agile methodologies.
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desirable.
• Proven experience managing large-scale software development projects.
• Expertise in Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Experience in managing distributed or remote teams is a plus.

• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, defining scope, objectives, deliverables, resources, and timelines.
• Lead and mentor project teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and high performance.
• Implement and refine agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives) to optimize team workflow and productivity.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Manage project budgets, tracking expenditures and ensuring financial objectives are met.
• Facilitate effective communication among all project stakeholders, including team members, senior management, and external partners, utilizing various collaboration tools.
• Ensure adherence to project management best practices and organizational standards.
• Continuously evaluate project performance and identify opportunities for process improvements and lessons learned.
• Champion the adoption of remote work best practices, ensuring seamless collaboration and engagement for all team members.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior leadership.

• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex projects in a remote setting.
• Extensive experience with agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban.
• Strong understanding of project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate diverse teams.
• Demonstrated ability in risk management, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Business Administration) or equivalent practical experience.
• Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, CSM, SAFe) are highly desirable.
• Experience working with distributed teams and a solid understanding of the challenges and best practices associated with remote collaboration.

• Lead and manage the end-to-end lifecycle of software development projects using Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
• Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Develop detailed project plans, roadmaps, and resource allocation strategies.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and dependencies, proactively resolving issues.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and scope effectively.
• Foster strong working relationships with product owners, development teams, QA, and other stakeholders.
• Mentor and coach junior project managers and team members in agile practices.
• Ensure high-quality delivery of project outputs, meeting all defined objectives.
• Communicate project status, risks, and achievements clearly and concisely to senior management.
• Drive continuous improvement within the project teams and development processes.

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on agile software development.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or similar agile certification (e.g., PMI-ACP, SAFe) is highly desirable.
• Proven experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects with budgets exceeding £1 million.
• Excellent understanding of software development lifecycles and technologies.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.

• Lead and manage multiple software development projects from inception through to deployment using Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
• Facilitate agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, risk assessment, and timeline management.
• Effectively communicate project status, risks, and issues to all stakeholders, including senior management and clients.
• Coach and mentor agile team members, promoting best practices and continuous improvement.
• Remove impediments and roadblocks for the development team to ensure smooth project progression.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners to define and prioritize the product backlog.
• Manage project budgets and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Drive a culture of quality and accountability within the project teams.
• Contribute to the evolution of the company's agile practices and processes.

• Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager or Scrum Master, leading complex software development projects.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate teams.
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Experience in stakeholder management and conflict resolution.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or similar certification is highly desirable.
• Experience in managing remote or distributed teams is a significant advantage.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple high-priority projects using Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
• Facilitate all Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and dependencies, escalating issues as necessary.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, providing regular project updates and managing expectations.
• Coach and mentor project teams, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Ensure adherence to project management best practices and organisational standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes and tools.
• Oversee the work of other project managers and support their professional development.
• Drive strategic alignment between project objectives and business goals.

• Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager, ideally in a lead or senior capacity.
• Strong understanding and practical application of Agile methodologies (Scrum Master certification preferred).
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, multi-faceted projects from initiation to closure.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana).
• Ability to effectively manage stakeholder relationships and resolve conflicts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience in leading and motivating cross-functional teams.
• Relevant degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience within the financial services or technology sector is a plus.

• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple concurrent technology projects, using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and senior management.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies, proactively addressing issues.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and communications, providing regular project status updates.
• Ensure adherence to Agile best practices and promote a culture of transparency and collaboration within remote teams.
• Mentor and coach junior project managers and team members.
• Drive process improvements and efficiency gains within the project management function.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure successful integration of third-party solutions.
• Champion the adoption of new tools and technologies to enhance project delivery.
• Ensure project documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and accessible to all team members.
• Contribute to strategic roadmap planning and portfolio management discussions.

• Proven track record of successfully managing complex, large-scale technology projects (5+ years).
• Extensive experience with Agile frameworks (Scrum Master certification is a plus).
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate remote teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience working in a fully remote or distributed team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. PMP or PRINCE2 certification is a bonus.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management at all levels.