Key Responsibilities
- Lead delivery across multidisciplinary Agile teams and support, coach and mentor other delivery managers.
- Plan, forecast and report on delivery progress, managing risks, issues and dependencies across multiple teams.
- Work closely with senior civil servants, product managers and programme teams to ensure delivery aligns with business objectives.
- Support teams through the Discovery, Alpha, Beta and Live phases and prepare services for GOV.UK service assessments.
- Promote Agile and Lean practices and drive continuous improvement across teams.
- Manage governance, assurance and approval processes in line with government standards.
- Coordinate suppliers and manage cross-team dependencies to support effective delivery.
- Identify and resolve blockers, inefficiencies and obstacles to delivery.
- Build and maintain healthy, high-performing teams and conduct team health checks.
What We're Looking For
Essential Skills and Experience
SC-cleared or SC-eligible.
Proven experience delivering digital services in line with the GOV.
UK Service Standard and GOV.
UK Service Manual.
Experience supporting service assessments across the Discovery, Alpha, Beta and Live phases.
Proven experience working as a Delivery Manager at SFIA Level 5, including leading or coaching other delivery managers.
Strong understanding of Agile and Lean delivery methodologies.
Experience managing risks, issues and dependencies across multiple teams.
Experience working within government governance structures and collaborating with civil servants.
Strong planning, forecasting and delivery reporting skills.
Excellent stakeholder management, communication and leadership skills.
Desirable Skills and Experience
Experience working with central government departments.
Familiarity with the Government Digital and Data (GDaD) framework.
Experience managing multi-supplier delivery environments.
Agile delivery certifications, such as Scrum Master or SAFe.
Experience supporting cyber security or data-related programmes.
Why Join Scrumconnect Ltd?
At Scrumconnect, we are more than just a consultancy. We are a collaborative team focused on delivering impactful digital transformation services across government and enterprise organisations.
As part of our team, you will benefit from:
Exposure to major public sector digital transformation programmes.
A collaborative and inclusive working culture.
Hands-on experience working in Agile delivery environments.
Application Process
Submit your CV to recruitment@scrumconnect.com.
If shortlisted, you will be invited to an interview.
Scrumconnect Ltd is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
We are committed to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process, including reasonable adjustments where required.