Job Description

Overview

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We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to join our dynamic team in the wealth management and trading domain. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agile methodologies and a proven track record of facilitating high-performing teams in a financial services environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitate Agile Processes:

Lead daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure the team adheres to agile principles and practices.

Mentor and Coach:

Provide guidance and support to team members on agile best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

Remove Impediments:

Identify and address any obstacles that may hinder the team's progress, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow.

Performance Metrics:

Maintain and update performance metrics to provide clear feedback to the team and transparency to stakeholders.

Stakeholder Communication:

Act as a liaison between the development team and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project goals and priorities.

Tool Adoption:

Support the adoption and consistent use of agile tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) to enhance team productivity and collaboration.

Release Management:

Coordinate release planning and manage dependencies across teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.

Continuous Improvement:

Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for enhancement and implementing effective solutions.

Qualifications

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Education

: Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

Certification

: Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification.

Experience

: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master, with at least 2 years in the banking/wealth services.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, and other project management software.

Soft Skills:

Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to build trust and positively influence team members and stakeholders. *

Mindset

: Demonstrated continuous improvement approach and a proven change agent capable of coaching teams through new and unfamiliar situations.