Delivery Manager

Reed Technology • Newport, WLS, United Kingdom • 12h ago

Job Description

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.