Scrum Master / Resource Manager

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

Job summary

A leading Networking and Cyber-Security provider is seeking an Agile Resource Manager for their growing UK operation. The role involves managing team schedules, Agile delivery across projects, and leading various Agile ceremonies. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential, alongside a strong understanding of Agile practices. This opportunity includes collaborative team culture perks and the potential for travel.

Benefits

Friendly and collaborative culture

Regular team perks (snacks, takeaways)

Competitive salary package

Opportunity for UK & international travel

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in Resource Manager, Resource Planner, or Scrum Master role.
• Experience running Agile ceremonies and managing resource allocation.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing resource allocation across all active projects.
• Leading Agile stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Producing reports and forecasts on utilisation, burn-downs.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Communication

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

PMP or equivalent certification

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Client:

IP-People

Location:

wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

The Company:

A leading provider of Networking and Cyber-Security solutions, supporting a wide range of clients. They operate globally, and their UK operation is growing rapidly, and they are now seeking an Agile Resource Manager to join their high-performing Project Management Office.

The Position...

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Resource Manager to take ownership of team scheduling and Agile delivery across key tech projects. You’ll manage project resourcing day-to-day, support project coordination on larger initiatives, and lead Agile ceremonies for the Automation Team.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing resource allocation across all active projects
• Leading Agile stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
• Monitoring utilisation and reassigning resources where necessary
• Producing reports and forecasts on utilisation, burn-downs, and resourcing metrics
• Supporting the delivery of large-scale projects in coordination with the wider team

Requirements...

• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and best practices
• Hands-on experience running Agile ceremonies
• Comfortable using JIRA, Confluence, and Microsoft Office
• Previous experience in a Resource Manager, Resource Planner, or Scrum Master role (3+ years)
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• PMP or equivalent certification is a plus
• Hybrid working (Basingstoke) - Flexible expectation based on individual preference
• Friendly and collaborative culture with regular team perks (snacks, takeaways, etc.)
• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity for UK & international travel

If this could be of interest, please get in touch or apply for full details.