Scrum Master (Law Firm Experience Required)
Posted 5 days ago by Computappoint
£60 Per hour
Outside
Hybrid
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: This role seeks an experienced Scrum Master/Agile Delivery Manager to lead multiple agile squads in delivering a significant project aimed at replacing an internal system. The position requires expertise in agile methodologies, DevOps, and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to facilitate seamless delivery and promote team autonomy. The Scrum Master will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive business value and enhance agile practices. The contract is initially for 6 months with potential extensions, based in Central London with a hybrid working arrangement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate delivery for agile squads using frameworks such as SAFe, Scrum, or Design Thinking.
- Act as a proxy product owner, collaborating with product owners and cross-functional teams to identify business value, map processes, and deliver user-focused solutions.
- Foster self-organisation and teamwork within squads, promoting a psychologically safe environment to encourage innovation and fast failure.
- Identify and remove impediments, proactively managing risks, issues, and decisions to ensure continuous flow.
- Coach teams to embrace agile principles and contribute to the Agile Community of Practice (CoP) by sharing best practices and mentoring others.
- Work alongside Delivery Leads to enhance the organisation’s agile maturity and establish portfolio-level agile reporting.
- Engage with stakeholders and product management to align delivery with business objectives.
- Provide squad-level reporting and manage events, engagements, and stakeholder communications.
Key Skills:
- 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Delivery Lead in an agile organisation, with expertise in SAFe, Scrum, or Design Thinking.
- Strong DevOps and Release Management experience, with hands-on knowledge of working with architects, developers, and QA teams.
- In-depth understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), with experience in planning, coordinating, and delivering projects.
- Proven ability to gather requirements, map processes, and provide business solutions.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and build strong stakeholder relationships.
- Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to prioritise effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Product Owner (POPM), Certified Business Analyst (IIBA/BABoK), or Green Belt Six Sigma accreditation is essential.
- A Bachelor’s degree in IT, Technology, or Computer Science is advantageous but not mandatory.
Salary (Rate): £60.00/hr
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: IT
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Scrum Master/Agile delivery Manager to guide multiple agile squads to deliver a high-profile project to replace an internal system. You will be able to leverage your expertise in agile methodologies, DevOps, and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to ensure seamless delivery, promote team autonomy, and remove roadblocks to maintain momentum. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and leadership to drive business value and evolve our agile practices.
Role Details
Contract: Initial 6 moths (potential extensions beyond this)
Location: Central London
Hybrid: 2-3 days on-site per week
Rate: Up to £400/day
Outside IR35
Responsibilities
- Facilitate delivery for agile squads using frameworks such as SAFe, Scrum, or Design Thinking.
- Act as a proxy product owner, collaborating with product owners and cross-functional teams to identify business value, map processes, and deliver user-focused solutions.
- Foster self-organisation and teamwork within squads, promoting a psychologically safe environment to encourage innovation and fast failure.
- Identify and remove impediments, proactively managing risks, issues, and decisions to ensure continuous flow.
- Coach teams to embrace agile principles and contribute to the Agile Community of Practice (CoP) by sharing best practices and mentoring others.
- Work alongside Delivery Leads to enhance the organisation’s agile maturity and establish portfolio-level agile reporting.
- Engage with stakeholders and product management to align delivery with business objectives.
- Provide squad-level reporting and manage events, engagements, and stakeholder communications.
Essential Skills & Experience
- 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Delivery Lead in an agile organisation, with expertise in SAFe, Scrum, or Design Thinking.
- Strong DevOps and Release Management experience, with hands-on knowledge of working with architects, developers, and QA teams.
- In-depth understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), with experience in planning, coordinating, and delivering projects.
- Proven ability to gather requirements, map processes, and provide business solutions.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and build strong stakeholder relationships.
- Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to prioritise effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Product Owner (POPM), Certified Business Analyst (IIBA/BABoK), or Green Belt Six Sigma accreditation is essential.
- A Bachelor’s degree in IT, Technology, or Computer Science is advantageous but not mandatory.
To be considered, please ensure you complete your application on the Computappoint website. Services offered by Computappoint Limited are those of an Employment Business and/or Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.