Senior Agile Project Manager – Data Remediation

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the banking domain is seeking a Senior Agile Project Manager for a high-impact data transformation initiative in Sheffield. The role involves delivering complex data remediation projects while driving stakeholder engagement and maintaining rigorous project governance. This position demands strong Agile expertise and proven project management skills. Join us to support a mission towards building a data-driven culture and unlocking value from well-managed data.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in Agile project delivery.
• Proven experience delivering medium to large-scale data projects.
• Background in financial services or data management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage critical data remediation projects.
• Oversee Agile ceremonies and project governance.
• Track progress against milestones and manage risks.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Agile Frameworks

Risk Management

Change Management

Data Governance

Education

SAFe Certification

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Solas IT Recruitment

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worcester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Domain: Banking

Location: Sheffield City Centre

Hybrid: 3 days in the office, 2 days work from home

We are currently seeking a Senior Agile Project Manager to join a high-impact data transformation initiative based in Sheffield City Centre. This role focuses on delivering complex Data Remediation and Data Change programmes, driving value through strong Agile project management, stakeholder engagement, and rigorous reporting.

You will work as a key part of the Data & Analytics Office (DAO), supporting our mission to build a data-driven culture and unlock measurable value from well-managed, quality data.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage critical data remediation projects aligned to the DAO strategic pillars.
• Collaborate with Programme Managers, Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Portfolio leads to ensure alignment with the wider change roadmap.
• Influence project direction, timelines, and priorities through stakeholder engagement and change governance.
• Establish and maintain effective project governance, risk and issue management, and escalation frameworks.
• Oversee Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, backlog grooming, and retrospectives.
• Track and report on progress against milestones, proactively addressing risks, dependencies, and blockers.
• Ensure delivery of measurable business benefits within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Support change readiness and adoption across global business units and stakeholders.
• Drive change communication, stakeholder alignment, and evidence-based decision-making.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience delivering medium to large-scale projects, especially in data change, remediation, or transformation initiatives.
• 5+ years’ experience in Agile project delivery; managing hybrid teams and leading Agile ceremonies.
• Strong stakeholder management skills across various business levels, including executive reporting.
• Hands-on expertise in Agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) and familiarity with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
• Excellent knowledge of data governance, regulatory compliance, and change management principles.
• Ability to manage risk, dependencies, and drive delivery in a high-paced, regulated environment.
• Background in financial services, data management, or enterprise change preferred.

Certifications

• SAFe Certification (or other Agile accreditation) required