Delivery Manager
- Location: Newport
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: £44,480 - £52,590
- You must have lived in the UK for the past 5 year to gain clearance for this role.
Join our forward-thinking organisation where technology underpins all aspects of our service delivery. We are looking for a Delivery Manager to lead one of our service squads in implementing a major digital transformation. This role is ideal for someone with a robust background in Agile methodologies and a passion for driving technological advancements.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Oversee the delivery of new and ongoing products and services within your assigned service squad.
- Collaborate with a diverse team including Development Engineers, Test Engineers, Technical Architects, Product Managers, User Researchers, Business Analysts, and Service Owners.
- Champion Agile methodologies to efficiently transform extensive backlogs into production-ready systems.
- Maintain a balanced approach to Agile practices as the organisation evolves its service delivery frameworks.
- Contribute to the Delivery Manager Community of Practice, enhancing delivery management standards across the DDaT Directorate.
- Influence professional development within your squad and the broader community, fostering continuous improvement.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Delivery Manager or Scrum Master, leading cross-functional Agile delivery teams.
- Extensive knowledge of Agile methodologies, including SCRUM and Kanban, with an understanding of DevOps practices.
- Demonstrated leadership in delivering componentised solutions within a larger delivery framework.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, adept at navigating various organisational layers.
- Experience with automated delivery methodologies, including development pipelines and automated testing.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project delivery tools such as Azure Dev Ops and Project Online.
- Relevant Scrum Master/Agile Project Manager qualification.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package.
- Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%.
- Opportunities for professional development within a leading technology-driven organisation.
- Engagement in pioneering technology projects and digital transformation initiatives.
- Access to a community of practice for ongoing learning and skill enhancement.
To apply for this Delivery Manager position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.