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Agile, Principal

AIA Hong Kong and Macau

Kuala Lumpur

On-site

MYR 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

21 days ago

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Job summary

AIA Hong Kong and Macau is looking for an Agile Coach to drive Agile adoption within the organization. This role entails hands-on support, coaching, and training across all levels while fostering a culture of improvement and collaboration. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in Agile methodologies and possess strong communication skills to promote organizational success.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 8-10 years of experience in Agile capabilities.
  • Proven coaching and presentation skills, including working with senior management.
  • Experience in both Waterfall and Agile project lifecycles.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the adoption of Agile within AIA Malaysia.
  • Facilitating Agile ceremonies and creating product visions/backlogs.
  • Coaching teams to succeed in Agile roles and fostering a collaborative environment.

Skills

Coaching
Presentation Skills
Communication
Team Facilitation
Mentorship

Education

Scaled Agile SAFe certification
Certifications such as Scrum Master, Product Owner, Agile Leadership

Tools

Scrum
Kanban
DevOps

Job description

We don’t simply believe in being ‘The Best’. We believe in better - because there’s no limit to how far ‘better’ can take us.

We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you believe in better, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

As an Agile Coach, you will be responsible for the adoption of Agile within AIA Malaysia, working with individuals, teams, departments, and the organization. Your role includes providing hands-on support, coaching, and mentoring; educating and supporting Agile adoption across all levels; teaching Agile processes; fostering cultural change and mindset shift; and continuously evolving strategies to meet organizational needs.

You should have a good understanding of the Agile product lifecycle, experience with methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, XP, and the ability to recommend suitable tools and practices. You will also coach individuals and teams to succeed in Agile roles, and promote understanding and support organization-wide to empower Agile teams.

Strong communication, interpersonal skills, mentorship ability, and the capacity to inspire and motivate are essential. You must be comfortable working with all levels of staff, from ground level to senior management. You will assess needs, recommend practices, and provide training to facilitate Agile adoption.

Responsibilities include setting up Agile teams, facilitating ceremonies, creating product visions and backlogs, identifying risks, and fostering a collaborative environment. You will also develop strategies for organization-wide Agile adoption, ensuring sustainability and cultural integration.

Job Requirements:
  • Minimum 8-10 years of experience in Agile capabilities.
  • Certifications such as Scrum Master, Product Owner, Agile Leadership, or relevant experience with Scrum, Kanban, XP, or other Agile methodologies.
  • Scaled Agile SAFe certification or experience in scaling Agile organizations.
  • Knowledge of the software development lifecycle and experience with DevOps.
  • Experience in both Waterfall and Agile project lifecycles.
  • Proven coaching and presentation skills, including working with senior management.
  • One-to-one coaching experience and workshop facilitation skills.

Build a career with us as we help our customers and communities live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

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BELIEVE IN BETTER

At AIA, we’re creating a healthier, sustainable future. We aim to engage one billion people to live healthier, longer, better lives by 2030. Working at AIA means contributing to this movement, with opportunities to learn, grow, and shape your career—your way.

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