Agility Lead

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading financial institution as an Agility Lead, where your expertise in Agile methodologies will drive innovation and high performance. In this pivotal role, you will empower teams to adapt to changing requirements, ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions. Your leadership and communication skills will foster a culture of collaboration, enabling teams to thrive in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in the financial sector and guiding teams towards excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience coaching teams on agile methodologies.
• Advanced knowledge of product development lifecycle and agile practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams in adopting and implementing agile methodologies.
• Promote open communication and continuous improvement.

Skills

Agile Methodologies

Coaching Skills

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Scrum

Kanban

Extreme Programming (XP)

Job description

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Are you ready to make a significant impact in a leading financial institution? As an Agility Lead, you will champion the adoption and continuous improvement of Agile practices, empowering teams to deliver high-quality solutions efficiently. Join us to drive innovation and high performance within our Commercial and Investment Bank.

As an Agility Lead in the Commercial and Investment Bank, you will play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and high performance. You will leverage your deep knowledge of product development methodologies and Agile principles to guide and support teams. Your leadership, communication, and coaching skills will be instrumental in empowering teams to adapt to changing requirements and priorities, making impactful decisions that shape the operational and business direction of your sub-function.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and coach teams to adopt and implement agile methodologies.
• Promote open communication and engagement among team members.
• Ensure continuous improvement and alignment with organizational goals.
• Use advanced communication, facilitation, and presentation skills to manage and influence stakeholders.
• Communicate organizational impediments to leadership.
• Develop and implement short to mid-term operational and transformation plans.
• Prioritize tasks and manage resources to achieve product goals efficiently.
• Utilize metrics and evidence-based decisions to drive progress.
• Identify trends and generate original ideas to contribute to new policies and best practices.
• Face off to business and manage single value streams.
• Lead in London, ensuring alignment with local and global objectives.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Five years of experience in a relevant domain, focusing on coaching teams and individuals on agile methodologies and project management.
• Advanced knowledge of multiple product development lifecycle stages, methodologies, and best practices.
• Expertise in agile delivery and multiple agile approaches, including Scrum, Kanban, and Extreme Programming (XP).
• Ability to guide teams through complex projects, emphasizing iterative progress and adaptability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at various levels.
• Domain knowledge, particularly experience working in financial banks.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Formal training on Agile coaching, such as recognized coaching certifications.