Agile Delivery Manager

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Preston is seeking a dynamic leader to drive high-quality digital product and service delivery. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in Agile methodologies and exceptional leadership skills. This role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Attractive annual leave entitlement

Comprehensive employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering complex, high-risk Agile software projects.
• Ability to inspire cross-functional teams through leadership and coaching.
• Exceptional communication skills and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver impactful digital solutions.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving.
• Ensure clear communication between technical teams and senior stakeholders.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Strong leadership

Communication skills

DevOps

CI/CD

BDD/TDD

Education

Relevant undergraduate qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

When you work for the University of Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role:

Are you passionate about driving high-quality digital product and service delivery in a dynamic and purpose-driven environment? In this pivotal role, you will lead cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that meet the evolving needs of our students, staff, and wider academic community. You’ll be instrumental in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, removing delivery obstacles, and ensuring clear communication between technical teams and senior stakeholders. If you thrive on collaboration, problem-solving, and making a real difference through agile delivery, we’d love to hear from you.

About you:

We’re seeking a dynamic leader with a proven track record of delivering complex, high-risk Agile software projects to successful outcomes. You’ll bring deep expertise in Agile methodologies, tailoring approaches to suit each challenge, and inspire cross-functional teams through strong leadership and coaching. With a solid grasp of modern development practices like DevOps, CI/CD, and BDD/TDD, you’ll drive continuous improvement using data and metrics. Exceptional communication skills and the ability to engage senior stakeholders are essential, along with a relevant undergraduate qualification or equivalent experience.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.