Scrum Master (Senior Delivery Manager)

at  Bank of England

Work for an organisation steeped in history with a front row seat for the digitalisation of the financial sector. With our people at our centre, Technology enables the Bank of England to deliver its mission by providing a diverse set of technical solutions and platforms. From supporting critical systems which underpin the UK economy, to evolving data analytics, reinventing our online presence, and introducing a fully digital workplace. Be part of a team that’s constantly evolving, just like our industry.
The world of payments is changing rapidly. New innovative technologies are being developed to meet the changing needs but these can give rise to new threats to users of the payments system, and to the stability of that system as a whole. This means that we need ever stronger protections and more resilient infrastructure.
We take pride in our people, with backgrounds and experiences as diverse as the solutions they provide. You’ll enjoy flexible working opportunities, a strong sense of community and well-being, and a collective mission to promote the good of the people of the UK. All of which add up to make the Bank a hugely rewarding place to work.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The role of scrum master will require championing agile delivery methodology and help build understanding and capability across Bank teams. Facilitating cross-functional groups to plan and deliver work – identifying which methodology best fits the needs and style of the team, will be a key part of this role.

• Facilitating agile ceremonies and overseeing production of relevant artefacts.
• Assisting teams with preparation and participating in quarterly PI planning.
• Supporting with coaching teams on agile ways of working.
• The agreement of scope, priority and delivery plans in conjunction with Platform Leads, Business representatives and Project Managers for Major and Minor initiatives.
• The coordination of Technology activities and management of dependencies to deliver the required work packages across everything from major programme delivery to small change and BAU releases.
• Creation and distribution of progress reports against plans to the relevant Technology and Business stakeholders, along with escalating exceptions where appropriate.
• Develop internal and external stakeholder relationships to facilitate effective negotiations.