Senior Agile Project Manager

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Newcastle, New South Wales
Senior level
Software • Consulting
The Role
The Senior Agile Project Manager will lead and coach teams to deliver high-impact software solutions using Agile methodologies. Responsibilities include planning software delivery, establishing project scope, facilitating collaboration among stakeholders, monitoring progress, risk mitigation, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
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Company Description

Technology is our how. And people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change.
By combining world-class engineering, industry expertise and a people-centric mindset, we consult and partner with leading brands from various industries to create dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences that drive innovation and transform businesses.
From prototype to real-world impact - be part of a global shift by doing work that matters.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Agile Project Manager & Ways of Working Specialist to lead and coach teams in delivering high-impact software solutions. This role is ideal for a systems & strategic thinker with a strong delivery background who is also passionate about driving Agile excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Plan and execute software delivery, support, and maintenance projects within an Agile framework 

  • Establish and monitor project scope, ensuring clear briefing and direction for team members using Agile methodologies 

  • Influences organisation, customers, suppliers, partners and peers on culture ways of working optimisation.

  • Facilitates collaboration between stakeholders who have diverse objectives. 

  • Supporting workgroups to implement principles and practices for effective teamwork across organisational boundaries and professional specialisms. 

  • Monitor progress and produce comprehensive reports, taking decisive action to maintain project momentum 

  • Demonstrate strong leadership skills in team building and staff motivation 

  • Engage with stakeholders at all levels to align expectations, define key performance indicators, and ensure successful outcomes. 

  • Analyse and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle 

  • Optimise resource allocation, including staff, equipment, services, and funds 

  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team 

  • Present project updates and insights to senior-level stakeholders 

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in the IT industry, including 7+ years in a Agile Project Manager or Scrum Master role 

  • 5+ years of practical experience leading agile/ Scrum deliveries in a multi-product environment, focusing on bottom-up and top-down change. 

  • Proven track record in training, mentoring, and coaching – assisting groups, and individuals with agile practices understanding, and maturing. 

  • Is proficient with facilitating group activities or workshops in situations of complexity and ambiguity and where there are competing stakeholder needs.

  • Knowledge, and experience in a world-leading agile at scale model. Certifications that are a plus: SAFe, LeSS, Scrum@Scale, any similar Agile Coaching certification. 

  • Scrum Master certification (desirable) 

  • Strong technical understanding to provide support and guidance to consulting teams 

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience presenting to senior-level stakeholders 

  • Proven track record in stakeholder management and risk mitigation 

  • Experience in budgeting and resource allocation for complex projects 

  • Analytical mindset with a talent for problem-solving and decision-making 

  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 

  • Visionary approach to project management, driving innovation and continuous improvement 

  • Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment 

Additional Information

Our diversity makes us stronger - it drives meaningful change and enables us to build innovative technology solutions. We are committed to creating an inclusive community where all of us, regardless of background, identity, or personal characteristics, feels valued, respected, and free from discrimination. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all individuals and base hiring decisions on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential.

Top Skills

Agile
Scrum
The Company
HQ: London
9,318 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2000

What We Do

For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change.

By combining world-class engineering, industry expertise and a people-centric mindset, we consult and partner with our customers to create technological solutions that drive innovation and transform businesses.

Working side by side with leading brands, we build strategies, products and solutions tailored to unique needs, regardless of industry, region or scale. From ideation to production, we support our customers through every step of their digital transformation journey, creating dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences across various industries

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