Scrum Master, Assistant Vice President

Citigroup Inc.; Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global finance corporation in Belfast seeks an experienced Scrum Master to guide Agile teams. You will facilitate key Scrum events, ensure adherence to Agile principles, and collaborate with product owners. The role offers ample opportunities for mentorship and professional growth in a diverse and inclusive environment. Comprehensive benefits, including a generous holiday allowance and performance bonuses, are provided.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days

Annual performance-related bonus

Private medical insurance

Pension Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Employee discounts

Learning and development resources

Qualifications

• Relevant experience as Scrum Master, ideally in a SAFe environment.
• Strong knowledge of Agile Principles, Scrum, Kanban and SAFe framework.
• Experience in leading agile teams in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Guide and coach multiple Scrum teams on Agile and SAFe practices.
• Facilitate Scrum events and SAFe ceremonies.
• Serve as servant leader and coach to Agile teams.
• Collaborate with product owners to ensure well defined backlogs.
• Identify and resolve impediments that block team progress.

Skills

Agile Principles

Scrum

Kanban

SAFe framework

Facilitation skills

Coaching skills

Job description

Overview

Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn’t just support finance – we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we build systems that matter. Look to join a team where your work helps influence economies, your ideas can drive innovation and outcomes, and your growth is backed by mentorship, continuous learning and flexibility with potential hybrid work opportunities. Help solve real-world challenges that touch millions and get the opportunity to build the future of finance with Citi Tech.

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Scrum Master to lead and mentor Agile teams in a SAFe environment. The ideal candidate will facilitate Agile ceremonies, remove impediments and ensure the team adheres to agile best practices and SAFe principles. This role will also partner with product owners, release train engineers (RTE) and other Scrum Masters to deliver high quality products across the Agile Release Train.

Responsibilities

• Guide and coach multiple Scrum teams on Agile and SAFe practices
• Facilitate Scrum events (Sprint planning, daily standup, sprint review, retrospectives) and SAFe ceremonies (PI Planning, System Demos, Inspect & Adapt workshops)
• Serve as servant leader and coach to Agile teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to ensure well defined backlogs
• Identify and resolve impediments that block team progress
• Monitor Agile metrics
• Work closely with RTE to align team deliveries with ART objectives
• Champion Agile mindset and SAFe values throughout the organization

Qualifications

• Relevant experience as Scrum Master, ideally in a SAFe environment
• Strong knowledge of Agile Principles, Scrum, Kanban and SAFe framework
• Experience in leading agile teams in complex environments
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure
• A discretionary annual performance related bonus
• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
• Access to an array of learning and development resources

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

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