Scrum Master

Canada Life Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Health & Wellness

Time off

Financial security

Rewards programs

Community building

Job summary

Canada Life is seeking a Scrum Master to coach and support agile teams within the Technology Strategy & Transformation Office. You will guide Scrum events, remove impediments and promote continuous improvement, enabling high-value product delivery and a collaborative environment.

You will partner with the Product Owner and stakeholders to ensure clear goals, refined backlogs and transparent reporting, in a fast-paced, enterprise setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Project Manager coaching teams on Agile practices.
• Ability to promote innovative thinking and foster continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe or hybrid methods for efficient delivery.
• Experience with technology product management and delivery is an asset.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to teach complex concepts.

Responsibilities

• Organize and guide the team on how to use Scrum, Kanban and other Agile practices.
• Coach the team on Scrum events and collaborative sessions including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, Retrospective and backlog refinement.
• Collaborate with the Product Owner to develop Product Goals and Backlog and ensure alignment with product value.
• Facilitate removal of impediments and protect the team from external interferences.
• Foster collaboration across team members and cross-training.

Skills

Scrum Master

Agile coaching

Team facilitation

JIRA

Confluence

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

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We are looking for aScrum Masterwithin the Technology Strategy & Transformation Office (TSTO).

Reporting to the Manager, Agility Enablement, you will employ servant leadership to coach, mentor and support the team in agile product/project development and delivery methods. You willfacilitateand/or supportteamevents,coach the team in defining efficient ways of working andhelp the team toremoveimpediments.You willsupport transparency throughclear communication andhelp foster collaboration andunderstanding between the Product Owner and the team. Additionally, as a Scrum Master you will be coaching team members on continuous process improvements and goals,focusing onthe achievement of excellent results whilst building and nurturing a trusting and safe environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Organize and guide the team on how to use Scrum, Kanban and other Agile practices and methodologies
• Coach the team on effective use of Scrum Events and other collaborative team working sessions including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review,
• Retrospective, backlog refinement, work item selection, ensuring alignment with flow-based delivery practices
• Collaborate with and support the Product Owner in developing the Product Goal, Product Backlog, and Sprint Goals, ensuring backlog refinement aligns with maximizing product value.
• Facilitate the removal of impediments and coach the team in maintaining focus by managing external interferences
• Fostercollaborationacross all team members, encouraging cross-training and mutual support
• Guide and coachthose outside the teamstounderstand which interactions with the team are helpful and which arenot
• Keep the team organized and on track via data analysis and reporting – working item age, throughput, cycle time, work in progress etc. to ensure transparency and awareness amongst the team practitioners
• Foster self-organization and growth within the team
• Reinforcean Agile mindset - continuous Improvement in teams through conversations, coaching, and role-playing exercises
• Hands on with JIRA and Confluence to ensure board(s) and cards are appropriately updated

Who You Are:

• 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Project Manager, during which you coached teams on Agile practices and ensure alignmentto Agilemindset
• Demonstrated ability to promote innovative thinking and self-improvement within the team
• Proven knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Kanban,SAFeor hybrid methods to guide and optimize the way the team works with maximum efficiency & effectiveness
• Experience with technology product management and delivery an asset
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate complex messages and teach new concepts
• Bring a high-energy and passionate outlook to the job and can influence those around her/him
• Able to build a sense of trust and rapport that creates a comfortable & effective workplace

The base salary for this position is between $90,000 - $110,000 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Grow with Canada Life

We’reunited by a shared purpose: to improve the financial,physicaland mental well-beingof Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.

We’relooking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers,communitiesand each other.Are you someone who always strives to do the right thing, who steps up for themselves and others, and who delivers with impact? Then we want to hear from you!

What we offer

We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member:

• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to$2,000 annuallytowardseducation reimbursement.
• Health & Wellness:Flexible health and dental benefits,plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.
• Time Off:In addition to regular vacation andpersonal days,we support communityinvolvement with avolunteer day.
• Financial Security:Company-matching pension plan,share ownership program andadditionalinvestment options.
• Rewards and Recognition:Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
• Emphasis onCommunity:We provide aworkplace whereemployeesfeel connected and supported throughEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs),mentorshipprograms,socialclubsandevents.

We’recommitted to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact [e-mail]. All information provided will be handledin accordance withapplicable laws and Canada Life policies.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted

Location: Toronto, ON, CA Winnipeg, MB, CA London, ON, CA

Date: Sep 29, 2026