Scrum Master

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing software company as a Scrum Master/Agile Delivery Manager on a 10-12 month fixed-term maternity contract. Lead various Agile methodologies to drive innovation, manage cross-functional dependencies, and contribute to a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, while working part-time in the office.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Agile methodologies and team leadership.
• Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for coaching and mentoring team members.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Manage and communicate scope, timeline, and team commitments.
• Coach teams on Agile principles and best practices.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Team leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Coaching

Continuous improvement

Job description

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We're looking for a Scrum Master/Agile Delivery Manager on a 10-12 month fixed-term maternity contract. Be part of a fast-growing software company that's disrupting the financial landscape!

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Lead and inspire multiple Agile methodologies, using Scrum and Kanban frameworks to drive innovation across our core data and analytics platform.
• Partner with adjacent business functions to shape delivery approaches, manage cross-functional dependencies, and promote value-driven prioritisation.
• Work with a dynamic team dedicated to continuous improvement and delivering exceptional results.
• Play a vital role in ensuring clear communication, scope management, and alignment between business objectives and planned tasks.

What You'll Do:

• Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Actively manage and communicate the scope, timeline, and commitments of the team with the wider business.
• Coach teams on Agile principles and best practices, ensuring a continuous focus on user story refinement.
• Contribute to a culture of collaboration and innovation, ensuring backlogs and sprint boards are always up to date.

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience in Agile methodologies and team leadership.
• Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to empathise with technical challenges.
• Passion for coaching and mentoring team members.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Adept at promoting consistent estimation techniques and ensuring continuous improvement.

Location: Central Manchester (2 days per week in office, one day being Thursday)

Mirai believes in the power of diversity and the importance of an inclusive culture. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, understanding that a range of perspectives strengthens both our team and our partners' teams. This is just one of the ways that we’re taking positive action to shaping a collaborative and diverse future in the workplace.