Oracle HCM Scrum Master

Next Careers; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Scrum Master to lead their HR Tech team. This role offers a unique opportunity to inspire agile practices and drive tech efficiency within a fast-paced environment. You will manage Scrum events, coach your team, and ensure alignment with stakeholders to enhance project deliverables. If you have a passion for technology and a knack for leadership, this position is perfect for you. Join a supportive workplace that values innovation and growth, and take your career to the next level.

Benefits

25% off most NEXT products

Company performance based bonus

On-site Nursery

10% off partner brands

Early VIP access to sale stock

Discounts at Staff Shops

Access to digital GP

Free on-site parking

Financial Wellbeing support

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of Scrum principles and practices.
• Experience in coaching and supporting teams in Agile practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Scrum events and promote Agile practices.
• Align IT and stakeholders on project aims and deliverables.

Skills

Scrum

Agile Methodologies

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT or related field

Job description

Job Description

Let’s talk numbers. When it comes to UK retail, it’s hard to find a bigger name. We sell thousands of items an hour and are expanding our e-commerce business by the second. For anyone in Tech, this is the place to learn. To grow. And to thrive.

At the heart of Next we have the HR Tech team supporting all of head office, retail, finance and our warehouses - that’s over 50,000 people! Oracle was introduced to support such a large and growing workforce and will ensure that our people continue to be at the heart of Next by ensuring we have the software we need to develop current talent, attract new talent to join us as well as the oh so important payroll aspects.

About the role

Join us as our Scrum Master and you’ll be right in the heart of the action, bringing the experience and attitude to power better ways of doing business. From leading the way as a dynamic and moral guide for your team, to facilitating the Scrum process at every point, you’re our go-to for driving tech efficiency.

Here’s the breakdown of what you’ll do with us:

Inspiring agile practices

• Manage all Scrum events, such as the Daily Scrum, Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective.
• Promote and support Scrum and Agile practices within the team and the wider organisation.
• Embrace the agile mindset and the value of iterations and understand the concepts of product development and customer value.

Managing a team of changemakers

• Ensure that IT and Stakeholders are aligned at all times on the project aims and deliverables.
• Inspire your team of Scrum professionals, guiding their ability to make agile decisions and make improvements.
• Coach and support others and be a constant source of knowledge, while upholding an environment of respect.

Taking the initiative

• Stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies in the market and take the initiative to keep us ahead of the curve.
• Show that you’re comfortable driving our processes forward, liaising with your senior team to explore customer-first solutions.
• Never shying away from a complex or challenging project.

Embracing what’s next

• Be the Technical point of contact for the business to advise and guide on proposed development.
• Coordinate the application of new technologies and communicate the benefits of any new developments with clarity and confidence.

You’ll be doing all this from our Leicestershire Head Office. A fast-paced, encouraging and supportive environment in which everyone brings an energy and a commitment to delivering for our customers and their own careers. And where every day we all live the ethos of Let’s Take It On.

About you

In this role, you’ll present your deep understanding of Scrum principles and practices, using this knowledge to engage your team. You’ll be someone our people look up to. Ready to challenge the norm and embrace opportunities at every step. That kind of leadership takes a certain kind of person. This is who we’re after:

• Enthusiastic people person who has experience working with others to power the success of the business.
• Scrum connoisseur with an agile mindset and a great respect for the value of tech in our growing retail landscape.
• Analytical and logical thinking with an eye on the wider tech strategy and how you and your team fit within that.
• Inquisitive tastemaker – someone who is keen to make an impact on the overall project plan at every step.
• Natural communicator who is able to manage stakeholder expectations all while setting the agenda for our sprint-focused atmosphere.

About Us

You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!

About some of our Benefits

• 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
• Company performance based bonus
• On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
• 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
• Early VIP access to sale stock
• Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
• Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
• Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
• Free on-site parking
• Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
• Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
• Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
• Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
• Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email [e-mail] (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.

Job Info

• Job Identification 70343
• Job Category IT
• Posting Date 05/02/2025, 09:52 AM