Agility Lead

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution seeks an Agility Lead to enhance Agile practices within the Commercial and Investment Bank. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in product development methodologies to drive team empowerment and high performance. Responsibilities include leading teams, ensuring alignment with goals, and managing stakeholder engagement. This role requires strong coaching abilities and excellent communication skills, particularly within a financial services context.

Qualifications

• Five years experience focusing on coaching teams in agile methodologies.
• Knowledge of multiple product development lifecycle stages and methodologies.
• Experience working in financial banks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach teams to adopt and implement agile methodologies.
• Ensure continuous improvement and alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage stakeholder communication and organizational impediments.

Skills

Coaching

Agile methodologies

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Facilitation

Education

Agile coaching certification

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.