Agile Marketing Project Lead

Talan; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is looking for a dynamic B2B marketer to lead agile marketing projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in marketing project management and a strong grasp of Scrum and Kanban methodologies. Responsibilities include guidance on agile practices, collaboration with various teams, and tracking project performance metrics. The role offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Private Bupa healthcare

Life Assurance up to 4 times annual salary

Matched pension contributions

Flexible working

Corporate gym rates

Cycle to work scheme

Summer and Christmas parties

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing project management, focusing on agile methodologies.
• Strong understanding of agile frameworks like Scrum and Kanban, and experience leading Scrum teams.
• Proven ability to facilitate collaboration across teams, with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead agile marketing teams and implement Scrum/Kanban frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and oversee project flow.
• Track and analyze key metrics for team performance.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Scrum

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Problem-solving

Tools

Marketing automation tools

CRMs

Project management software

Job description

Company Description

Talan (part of the Talan Group) is an expert provider of professional services. Our vision and mission is to take positive action in a complex world for the future good of people and the environment and to enlighten and enable our clients’ transformation in an increasingly complex world.

We are purpose-driven, working across multiple sectors, tackling social and environmental challenges, improving and simplify the way markets work, harnessing the power of digital transformation and ensuring data is protected and used ethically.

Talan provides a range of consultancy and outsourcing capabilities including programme management, market design and governance. We also have extensive and award-winning capabilities across cyber security, data privacy and digital transformation. We are IIP Gold accredited and Great Place to Work accredited.

The nature of what we do means we are very much a people business. The contribution every member of the team makes to our diverse range of experience, skills and personalities is valued. We invest heavily in learning and development to enable our people to develop skills and gain experience which will enhance career prospects for life. Many who started their careers with us have rapidly progressed to more senior positions.

No two days are the same, but we believe in a flexible approach to working which we know our employees value.

The Role

We're seeking a dynamic B2B marketer ready to embrace a leadership role. We're looking for an experienced Scrum lead to manage agile marketing projects, foster cross-functional collaboration, and drive high-impact results.

You’re a natural leader with a passion for agile methodologies, ready to guide marketing teams through agile project management. With at least five years of experience in marketing or project management, ideally within a consultancy or agency setting, you are well-versed in Scrum and Kanban practices and have a deep understanding of marketing agility. You thrive in fast-paced environments, are solutions-focused, and possess a proactive, results-driven mindset.

Competitive salary range plus excellent benefits package

Responsibilities

• Lead agile marketing teams, guiding the implementation of Scrum/Kanban frameworks to optimise efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, facilitating sprint planning, team stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Ensure smooth project flow, prioritising work based on business objectives and marketing strategies
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, coaching team members in agile practices
• Liaise closely with stakeholders to align on project goals, timelines, and deliverables
• Track and analyse key metrics to assess team performance and make data-driven adjustments
• Act as the main point of contact for clients during project execution, ensuring transparency and accountability

Qualifications

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing project management, with a focus on agile methodologies
• Strong understanding of agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) and experience leading Scrum teams
• Proven ability to facilitate collaboration and communication across marketing, creative, and technical teams
• Strong problem-solving skills, especially under tight deadlines and changing priorities
• Data-driven mindset with experience using analytics to drive continuous improvements
• Familiarity with marketing automation tools, CRMs, and project management software
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to lead client-facing discussions
• Location: London; hybrid. International travel required.

An employment, employees should also have a sound awareness of the Company's Information, Quality, Environmental and Energy Management Systems.

WHAT WE OFFER

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Reward and recognition schemes
• Flexible working
• Private Bupa healthcare
• Life Assurance (up to 4 times annual salary)
• Matched pension contributions
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Buy and Sell annual leave
• Reimbursement of eye test and up to £50 towards glasses or contacts
• Corporate gym rates
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Summer and Christmas parties, along with monthly Social@77