Scrum Master_Delivery lead with data background
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- England,East Midlands,Northamptonshire
- Full Time, Contract
- £400 per day
Job Description:
Full job descriptionAbout the role:
As a Scrum Master / Delivery Lead (Data) with expertise in Agile delivery and data-focused programmes, you will collaborate with our client’s Product, Engineering, Architecture, and Delivery teams. You will be responsible for leading Agile delivery across one or more squads, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality outcomes while managing risks, dependencies, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
Job Details:
Location: Northampton
Working Pattern: Hybrid (2-3 days onsite per week)
Contract Duration: Until 31/12/2026
Start Date: ASAP
Roles and Responsibilities:
* Lead Agile delivery across one or more squads, facilitating Scrum ceremonies and driving successful sprint outcomes.
* Remove delivery impediments and proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies.
* Work closely with Product Owners, Architects, Engineering Leads, and key stakeholders to manage priorities and delivery roadmaps.
* Track and report on delivery KPIs including velocity, burn-down, release readiness, quality metrics, and team health indicators.
* Coach teams on Agile, Scrum, SAFe, Kanban, and continuous improvement practices.
* Drive governance, stakeholder communications, and release planning activities.
* Ensure delivery commitments align with organisational standards, compliance requirements, and business objectives.
Other stuff we’re potentially looking for:
* Proven experience as a Scrum Master with Delivery Lead or Agile Delivery Management responsibilities.
* Strong background working on data-related programmes, platforms, or transformation initiatives.
* Experience with Jira and/or Azure DevOps.
* Excellent stakeholder, risk, and dependency management skills.
* Strong understanding of Agile frameworks including Scrum, SAFe, and Kanban.
* Eligibility for BPSS clearance.
What’s in it for you?
* This is a contract running until 31st December 2026.
* A daily rate of £400 per day (PAYE/Umbrella).
* This role provides hybrid working access in Northampton, with 2-3 days onsite per week.
* Opportunity to work on large-scale Agile delivery initiatives within a leading financial services organisation.
Next Steps:
Once you’ve applied, one of our friendly recruitment consultants will give you a call and talk you through the screening process.If your application is successful, you’ll be involved in a live virtual interview with one of our client’s hiring managers to get to know you better.We look forward to speaking to you!
Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
As a Scrum Master / Delivery Lead (Data) with expertise in Agile delivery and data-focused programmes, you will collaborate with our client’s Product, Engineering, Architecture, and Delivery teams. You will be responsible for leading Agile delivery across one or more squads, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality outcomes while managing risks, dependencies, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
Job Details:
Location: Northampton
Working Pattern: Hybrid (2-3 days onsite per week)
Contract Duration: Until 31/12/2026
Start Date: ASAP
Roles and Responsibilities:
* Lead Agile delivery across one or more squads, facilitating Scrum ceremonies and driving successful sprint outcomes.
* Remove delivery impediments and proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies.
* Work closely with Product Owners, Architects, Engineering Leads, and key stakeholders to manage priorities and delivery roadmaps.
* Track and report on delivery KPIs including velocity, burn-down, release readiness, quality metrics, and team health indicators.
* Coach teams on Agile, Scrum, SAFe, Kanban, and continuous improvement practices.
* Drive governance, stakeholder communications, and release planning activities.
* Ensure delivery commitments align with organisational standards, compliance requirements, and business objectives.
Other stuff we’re potentially looking for:
* Proven experience as a Scrum Master with Delivery Lead or Agile Delivery Management responsibilities.
* Strong background working on data-related programmes, platforms, or transformation initiatives.
* Experience with Jira and/or Azure DevOps.
* Excellent stakeholder, risk, and dependency management skills.
* Strong understanding of Agile frameworks including Scrum, SAFe, and Kanban.
* Eligibility for BPSS clearance.
What’s in it for you?
* This is a contract running until 31st December 2026.
* A daily rate of £400 per day (PAYE/Umbrella).
* This role provides hybrid working access in Northampton, with 2-3 days onsite per week.
* Opportunity to work on large-scale Agile delivery initiatives within a leading financial services organisation.
Next Steps:
Once you’ve applied, one of our friendly recruitment consultants will give you a call and talk you through the screening process.If your application is successful, you’ll be involved in a live virtual interview with one of our client’s hiring managers to get to know you better.We look forward to speaking to you!
Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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