Delivery Manager - SC Cleared ( Inside IR35) Inside IR35, 6 Months, 600pd+, Remote with London presence SR2 have been engaged by a leading consultancy to support on a high-profile Government programme. The programme sets out to transform the way data is used across government and provide faster access to complex insights. To enable this our client has been tasked with developing and deliver a technology strategy. This will drive new standards to guide the development of modern data products, pipelines, and services. As a delivery manager you will be responsible for working with stakeholders and vendors to design complex data solutions that support the strategic objective. Experienced Required: Have led continuous improvement programmes Ability to operate in fast paced complex environments Strong knowledge base and experience of complex data solutions Mentored, coached and managed the performance of teams Scrum Master Certified Active Security Clearance If interested in the role, please apply using the link below. Start date ASAP but dependent on SC transfer.
May 16, 2024
Contractor
Delivery Manager - SC Cleared ( Inside IR35) Inside IR35, 6 Months, 600pd+, Remote with London presence SR2 have been engaged by a leading consultancy to support on a high-profile Government programme. The programme sets out to transform the way data is used across government and provide faster access to complex insights. To enable this our client has been tasked with developing and deliver a technology strategy. This will drive new standards to guide the development of modern data products, pipelines, and services. As a delivery manager you will be responsible for working with stakeholders and vendors to design complex data solutions that support the strategic objective. Experienced Required: Have led continuous improvement programmes Ability to operate in fast paced complex environments Strong knowledge base and experience of complex data solutions Mentored, coached and managed the performance of teams Scrum Master Certified Active Security Clearance If interested in the role, please apply using the link below. Start date ASAP but dependent on SC transfer.
Senior Project Manager / Delivery Manager - Bristol / London / Hybrid / Defence / Infrastructure / 2 stage Process / 5+ years experience/ up to £80k / Security Cleared We are thrilled to be working with a fast growing Global Consultancy with operations covering the UK, EMEA and North America, We are currently seeking a Senior Project / Delivery Manager with experience in the defence sector preferably from a consultancy based background. As a leading player in the field, our client offers exceptional career growth prospects and a flexible work environment that prioritizes people and culture. You would have the chance to work with people within our organisation (and beyond, where applicable) to define and develop a market approach around our core digital project and programme management capabilities including: Agile and waterfall expertise Full lifecycle delivery management Independent delivery assurance and recovery Expert delivery input into procurement Assist with the integration of Digital Project Management into all other appropriate services, teams, and commissions. Potential to represent the company at external events Proactively engage with your line management team (and beyond) to share ideas, provide support, and where applicable mentor and develop others. Assist as appropriate in the recruitment and retention of a Digital Project Management team Key Responsibilities Deliver project and programme management services across our commissions, including: Full or part lifecycle delivery management using waterfall and Agile methodologies (including any version or combination of the two). Performing specialist roles where needed within Agile teams, such as Scrum Master, Product Owner or Agile Coach Providing independent assurance of projects or programmes, applying robust thinking to show how well or otherwise they are performing from a delivery perspective. Recovery of poorly performing implementations Provide expert project and programme delivery advice where needed into complimentary services, such as procurement management. Ability to work alone or in high performance Teams Build client relationships and reinforce credibility as a subject matter expert (SME) to identify opportunities. Demonstrate knowledge of industry standard methodologies and how they affect our service lines, deliverables, and clients Maintain awareness of key industry trends; interpret and report to the wider team Input into and, if applicable, lead business generation activity (bid qualifications and proposals)Team Work with people within our organisation (and beyond, where applicable) to define and develop a market approach around our core digital project and programme management capabilities including: Agile and waterfall expertise Full lifecycle delivery management Independent delivery assurance and recovery Expert delivery input into procurement Assist with the integration of Digital Project Management into all other appropriate services, teams, and commissions. Potential to represent the company at external events Proactively engage with your line management team (and beyond) to share ideas, provide support, and where applicable mentor and develop others. Assist as appropriate in the recruitment and retention of a Digital Project Management teamKey RequirementsEssential: Proven relevant experience of at least 5 years in a similar project, programme or delivery management role Strong understanding of major waterfall and good understanding of at least one Agile methodology Strong understanding of APM Body of Knowledge Good stakeholder management, self-motivated, with strong verbal, written, and presentation skills Experience in Defence and/or Central/Secure Government The ability to pass both a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check and formal vetting through UKSV - these will be conducted during the probation period The ability to travel to any location as agreed and appropriate. One or more of the below qualification/certifications: APM Project Management qualification Agile Project Management Practitioner qualification BCS Business Analytics Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) Practitioner Certified/Advanced ScrumMaster, Certified/Advanced Scrum Product OwnerDesirable: Proven relevant experience of at least 10 years in a similar project, programme or delivery management role Membership to BCS, CMI, ILM or MAPMQualificationsDDaT: Business Analyst, Delivery Manager, Product Manager, Programme Delivery ManagerSFIA: Governance, Risk management, Programme management, Project management, Portfolio, programme and project support, Requirements definition and management, Systems development management, Technology service management, Stakeholder relationship management, Set up agile culture and capabilities, Support and guide agile practices, Adopt agile practices
May 15, 2024
Full time
Senior Project Manager / Delivery Manager - Bristol / London / Hybrid / Defence / Infrastructure / 2 stage Process / 5+ years experience/ up to £80k / Security Cleared We are thrilled to be working with a fast growing Global Consultancy with operations covering the UK, EMEA and North America, We are currently seeking a Senior Project / Delivery Manager with experience in the defence sector preferably from a consultancy based background. As a leading player in the field, our client offers exceptional career growth prospects and a flexible work environment that prioritizes people and culture. You would have the chance to work with people within our organisation (and beyond, where applicable) to define and develop a market approach around our core digital project and programme management capabilities including: Agile and waterfall expertise Full lifecycle delivery management Independent delivery assurance and recovery Expert delivery input into procurement Assist with the integration of Digital Project Management into all other appropriate services, teams, and commissions. Potential to represent the company at external events Proactively engage with your line management team (and beyond) to share ideas, provide support, and where applicable mentor and develop others. Assist as appropriate in the recruitment and retention of a Digital Project Management team Key Responsibilities Deliver project and programme management services across our commissions, including: Full or part lifecycle delivery management using waterfall and Agile methodologies (including any version or combination of the two). Performing specialist roles where needed within Agile teams, such as Scrum Master, Product Owner or Agile Coach Providing independent assurance of projects or programmes, applying robust thinking to show how well or otherwise they are performing from a delivery perspective. Recovery of poorly performing implementations Provide expert project and programme delivery advice where needed into complimentary services, such as procurement management. Ability to work alone or in high performance Teams Build client relationships and reinforce credibility as a subject matter expert (SME) to identify opportunities. Demonstrate knowledge of industry standard methodologies and how they affect our service lines, deliverables, and clients Maintain awareness of key industry trends; interpret and report to the wider team Input into and, if applicable, lead business generation activity (bid qualifications and proposals)Team Work with people within our organisation (and beyond, where applicable) to define and develop a market approach around our core digital project and programme management capabilities including: Agile and waterfall expertise Full lifecycle delivery management Independent delivery assurance and recovery Expert delivery input into procurement Assist with the integration of Digital Project Management into all other appropriate services, teams, and commissions. Potential to represent the company at external events Proactively engage with your line management team (and beyond) to share ideas, provide support, and where applicable mentor and develop others. Assist as appropriate in the recruitment and retention of a Digital Project Management teamKey RequirementsEssential: Proven relevant experience of at least 5 years in a similar project, programme or delivery management role Strong understanding of major waterfall and good understanding of at least one Agile methodology Strong understanding of APM Body of Knowledge Good stakeholder management, self-motivated, with strong verbal, written, and presentation skills Experience in Defence and/or Central/Secure Government The ability to pass both a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check and formal vetting through UKSV - these will be conducted during the probation period The ability to travel to any location as agreed and appropriate. One or more of the below qualification/certifications: APM Project Management qualification Agile Project Management Practitioner qualification BCS Business Analytics Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) Practitioner Certified/Advanced ScrumMaster, Certified/Advanced Scrum Product OwnerDesirable: Proven relevant experience of at least 10 years in a similar project, programme or delivery management role Membership to BCS, CMI, ILM or MAPMQualificationsDDaT: Business Analyst, Delivery Manager, Product Manager, Programme Delivery ManagerSFIA: Governance, Risk management, Programme management, Project management, Portfolio, programme and project support, Requirements definition and management, Systems development management, Technology service management, Stakeholder relationship management, Set up agile culture and capabilities, Support and guide agile practices, Adopt agile practices
SOFTWARE ENGINEER NEW PERMANENT OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE FOR A SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER WORKING WITH A LEADING CONSULTANCY ON A GOVERNMENT PROJECT Permanent opportunity in Manchester for talented Senior Software engineers to work on mission-critical projects. Up to to £85,000 Salary DOE + Extensive benefits package You will need to be willing and eligible for SC-level Clearance. Based in Manchester - hybrid working model - To apply please email WHAT WILL THE SOFTWARE ENGINEER BE DOING? My client is a technical consultancy providing bespoke solutions to solve complex operational problems. Trusted partners to the UK Government and as Senior Software Engineer you will work across the entire Software Development Lifecycle, developing, delivering, and supporting a number of cutting-edge and bespoke solutions for our clients across varied domains and verticals. THE SOFTWARE ENGINEER SHOULD HAVE . Experience with Java. Experience with range of Java frameworks and messaging services. HTML, CSS, JavaScript. Database development (SQL Server or PostgreSQL preferred). Development of web applications with modern web frameworks e.g., React, Angular, Vue etc. Designing, implementing, or using Rest APIs, e.g., OpenAPI specification (Swagger) or RESTful API. Previous experience of taking a role within a development team, for example: You take responsibility for outcomes/delivery as a technical lead. You are a technical expert, the go-to person to solve the most difficult technical challenges. You lead the design and architecture of solutions. You coach your team, sometimes filling a SCRUM Master role and you support and mentor junior team members. BENEFITS Opportunity to be sponsored through levels of UK Gov Security Clearance Up to 5% Pension contribution Group Life Insurance Private Health Care Cover + Many more TO BE CONSIDERED . Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to - I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit from 7am until 10pm. If unavailable, please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Also feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn, just search Adam Haydock. I look forward to hearing from you. SOFTWARE ENGINEER - MANCHESTER KEY SKILLS: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / SOFTWARE ENGINEER / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER / JAVA DEVELOPER / JAVA ENGINEER / SENIOR JAVA DEVELOPER / SENIOR DEVELOPER / JAVA SOFTWARE ENGINEER / JAVA SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / LEAD SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER / LEAD JAVA DEVELOPER / LEAD JAVA ENGINEER / SECURITY CLEARED / SECURITY CLEARANCE / SECURITY CHECK / SC CLEARED / SC CLEARANCE / DEVELOPED VETTING / DEVELOPED VETTED / DV CLEARED / DV CLEARANCE / DEEP VETTED / DEEP VETTING / JAVA / SPRING / SPRING BOOT / BACKEND DEVELOPER / BACK END / BACK END DEVELOPER / BACK END ENGINEER / BACKEND ENGINEER
May 14, 2024
Full time
SOFTWARE ENGINEER NEW PERMANENT OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE FOR A SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER WORKING WITH A LEADING CONSULTANCY ON A GOVERNMENT PROJECT Permanent opportunity in Manchester for talented Senior Software engineers to work on mission-critical projects. Up to to £85,000 Salary DOE + Extensive benefits package You will need to be willing and eligible for SC-level Clearance. Based in Manchester - hybrid working model - To apply please email WHAT WILL THE SOFTWARE ENGINEER BE DOING? My client is a technical consultancy providing bespoke solutions to solve complex operational problems. Trusted partners to the UK Government and as Senior Software Engineer you will work across the entire Software Development Lifecycle, developing, delivering, and supporting a number of cutting-edge and bespoke solutions for our clients across varied domains and verticals. THE SOFTWARE ENGINEER SHOULD HAVE . Experience with Java. Experience with range of Java frameworks and messaging services. HTML, CSS, JavaScript. Database development (SQL Server or PostgreSQL preferred). Development of web applications with modern web frameworks e.g., React, Angular, Vue etc. Designing, implementing, or using Rest APIs, e.g., OpenAPI specification (Swagger) or RESTful API. Previous experience of taking a role within a development team, for example: You take responsibility for outcomes/delivery as a technical lead. You are a technical expert, the go-to person to solve the most difficult technical challenges. You lead the design and architecture of solutions. You coach your team, sometimes filling a SCRUM Master role and you support and mentor junior team members. BENEFITS Opportunity to be sponsored through levels of UK Gov Security Clearance Up to 5% Pension contribution Group Life Insurance Private Health Care Cover + Many more TO BE CONSIDERED . Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to - I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit from 7am until 10pm. If unavailable, please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Also feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn, just search Adam Haydock. I look forward to hearing from you. SOFTWARE ENGINEER - MANCHESTER KEY SKILLS: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / SOFTWARE ENGINEER / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER / JAVA DEVELOPER / JAVA ENGINEER / SENIOR JAVA DEVELOPER / SENIOR DEVELOPER / JAVA SOFTWARE ENGINEER / JAVA SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / LEAD SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER / LEAD JAVA DEVELOPER / LEAD JAVA ENGINEER / SECURITY CLEARED / SECURITY CLEARANCE / SECURITY CHECK / SC CLEARED / SC CLEARANCE / DEVELOPED VETTING / DEVELOPED VETTED / DV CLEARED / DV CLEARANCE / DEEP VETTED / DEEP VETTING / JAVA / SPRING / SPRING BOOT / BACKEND DEVELOPER / BACK END / BACK END DEVELOPER / BACK END ENGINEER / BACKEND ENGINEER
Are you passionate about working with cutting-edge technology and self-motivated to find innovative solutions to complex challenges as part of a team who help keep the UK safe? Join BAE Systems as a Scrum Master. As a Scrum Master within a Software Engineering team, you'll be working with our National Security Customers to build and run systems that support their core mission capabilities. You'll work as part of empowered, autonomous DevOps teams with regular contact with end-users to flexibly and efficiently understand, design, develop, deploy and maintain applications and services. You'll be encouraged to identify new ways of solving problems and get to work in a range of different teams across our customer organisations. You will work in a small team given as much ownership and responsibility as you have the appetite for but part of a much bigger Engineering community to give you the support you need to grow in your career. We fully embrace DevOps ways of working in our teams, and build a very broad range of capabilities for our customers. We therefore value scrum team members who enjoy playing a role in the full delivery lifecycle and are flexible to learn and pick up new approaches. You'll be playing a role in identifying the right behaviours, best practices and development methodologies to use for the job and be supported with training as needed through access to services such as Pluralsight. Not only will your team be directly making a huge impact upon the systems you work on, you'll be doing it for an organisation who makes a huge impact to the security of the UK. About you You will have experience in many of the following: Leadership roles or responsibilities - either delivery or technically focussed - within a professional software, systems or service team Championing Scrum and agile principles within a team Knowledge of the software lifecycle and how to apply agile methodologies to large projects Coaching and mentoring junior software developers, setting an example for them and identifying areas for improvement and training Facilitating team meetings, helping to draw thoughts and ideas from all team members Task and knowledge management tools such as Confluence, JIRA and Trello Continually looking for process improvements Bringing enthusiasm and fun to your work! It would be great if you also had experience in some of these, but if not we'll help you with them: A Scrum certification such as PSM or CSM A scaled agile framework certification such as SAFe or Project management, including identifying and reporting on risks, issues and dependencies Service management, for example responding to incidents or outages, using problem solving skills and coordinating with multiple people or teams. Change management, including working with other teams and end users to make new feature deployments on live services more transparent, reducing risk Experience with software development or design Security Clearance is required for this vacancy. If you are not currently Security Cleared, you will need to be eligible for this and willing to go through the process. How we will support you Work-life balance is important; you can work around core hours with flexible and part-time working, and many of our roles include hybrid working enabling a mix of working from home and in the office You'll get 25 days holiday a year and the option to buy/sell and carry over from the year before Our flexible benefits package includes private medical and dental insurance, a competitive pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, taste cards and more You'll have a dedicated Career Manager to help you develop your career and guide you on your journey through BAE You'll be part of our company bonus scheme You are welcome to join any/all of our Diversity and Support groups. These groups cover everything from gender diversity to mental health and wellbeing. About our team Our people are what differentiates us, they are resourceful, innovative and dedicated. We have a mix of generalists and specialists and recognise that this diversity contributes to our success. We recognise the benefits of forming teams from a mix of disciplines, which allows us to come up with cutting edge, high quality solutions. Our breadth of work across the Public Sector provides diverse opportunities for our people to develop their careers in new areas of expertise and with new clients. You'll be part of a big company, but we try to create a culture that feels like a small one. The work will stretch you and be challenging, but we encourage a healthy work-life balance. Most of all, we know teams who work well together also perform well. We'll do everything we can to ensure you have fun at work, and in social activities outside of it whether that's virtually or in person, as conditions allow. You will be joining our National Security business which is the largest area within our UK business. Our mission is to be the most trusted partner for our National Security clients in delivery of their core mission. At the end of 2020 we had over 700 employees working across our security and law enforcement customers. This year, we are looking to build on our success and grow even further by recruiting over 100 new members to our team. We have a rich history of working within National Security. In fact, we have over 40 years' experience of delivering advice and solutions to our customers in this sector, supporting them in carrying out their vital missions. More about BAE Systems You will work for a division of BAE Systems who helps nations, governments and businesses around the world defend themselves against cyber crime, reduce their risk in the connected world, comply with regulation, and transform their operations. We're a consultancy and products business and employ smart, motivated individuals who work together across a range of projects and products. You'll get to work on a variety of different systems for different customers throughout your career with us. We're passionate about Diversity and Inclusion in our workforce and the people you'll work with will reflect this. We employ over 4,000 people across 18 countries in the Americas, APAC, UK and EMEA For more information please visit our website: Help us secure a connected world. Apply now and be inspired. Life at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence We are embracing Hybrid Working. This means you and your colleagues may be working in different locations, such as from home, another BAE Systems office or client site, some or all of the time, and work might be going on at different times of the day. By embracing technology, we can interact, collaborate and create together, even when we're working remotely from one another. Hybrid Working allows for increased flexibility in when and where we work, helping us to balance our work and personal life more effectively, and enhance wellbeing. Diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of BAE Systems Digital Intelligence. We are proud to have an organisational culture where employees with varying perspectives, skills, life experiences and backgrounds - the best and brightest minds - can work together to achieve excellence and realise individual and organisational potential. About BAE Systems Digital Intelligence We use our intelligence-led insights to help defend Governments, Nations and Societies from cyber-attacks and financial crime. Our customers depend on our evolving capabilities to help them safely grow their organisations. Our unprecedented access to threat intelligence, world-leading analysts and market-leading technology means we can help them to adapt, evolve and stay ahead of the criminals.
Sep 21, 2022
Full time
Are you passionate about working with cutting-edge technology and self-motivated to find innovative solutions to complex challenges as part of a team who help keep the UK safe? Join BAE Systems as a Scrum Master. As a Scrum Master within a Software Engineering team, you'll be working with our National Security Customers to build and run systems that support their core mission capabilities. You'll work as part of empowered, autonomous DevOps teams with regular contact with end-users to flexibly and efficiently understand, design, develop, deploy and maintain applications and services. You'll be encouraged to identify new ways of solving problems and get to work in a range of different teams across our customer organisations. You will work in a small team given as much ownership and responsibility as you have the appetite for but part of a much bigger Engineering community to give you the support you need to grow in your career. We fully embrace DevOps ways of working in our teams, and build a very broad range of capabilities for our customers. We therefore value scrum team members who enjoy playing a role in the full delivery lifecycle and are flexible to learn and pick up new approaches. You'll be playing a role in identifying the right behaviours, best practices and development methodologies to use for the job and be supported with training as needed through access to services such as Pluralsight. Not only will your team be directly making a huge impact upon the systems you work on, you'll be doing it for an organisation who makes a huge impact to the security of the UK. About you You will have experience in many of the following: Leadership roles or responsibilities - either delivery or technically focussed - within a professional software, systems or service team Championing Scrum and agile principles within a team Knowledge of the software lifecycle and how to apply agile methodologies to large projects Coaching and mentoring junior software developers, setting an example for them and identifying areas for improvement and training Facilitating team meetings, helping to draw thoughts and ideas from all team members Task and knowledge management tools such as Confluence, JIRA and Trello Continually looking for process improvements Bringing enthusiasm and fun to your work! It would be great if you also had experience in some of these, but if not we'll help you with them: A Scrum certification such as PSM or CSM A scaled agile framework certification such as SAFe or Project management, including identifying and reporting on risks, issues and dependencies Service management, for example responding to incidents or outages, using problem solving skills and coordinating with multiple people or teams. Change management, including working with other teams and end users to make new feature deployments on live services more transparent, reducing risk Experience with software development or design Security Clearance is required for this vacancy. If you are not currently Security Cleared, you will need to be eligible for this and willing to go through the process. How we will support you Work-life balance is important; you can work around core hours with flexible and part-time working, and many of our roles include hybrid working enabling a mix of working from home and in the office You'll get 25 days holiday a year and the option to buy/sell and carry over from the year before Our flexible benefits package includes private medical and dental insurance, a competitive pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, taste cards and more You'll have a dedicated Career Manager to help you develop your career and guide you on your journey through BAE You'll be part of our company bonus scheme You are welcome to join any/all of our Diversity and Support groups. These groups cover everything from gender diversity to mental health and wellbeing. About our team Our people are what differentiates us, they are resourceful, innovative and dedicated. We have a mix of generalists and specialists and recognise that this diversity contributes to our success. We recognise the benefits of forming teams from a mix of disciplines, which allows us to come up with cutting edge, high quality solutions. Our breadth of work across the Public Sector provides diverse opportunities for our people to develop their careers in new areas of expertise and with new clients. You'll be part of a big company, but we try to create a culture that feels like a small one. The work will stretch you and be challenging, but we encourage a healthy work-life balance. Most of all, we know teams who work well together also perform well. We'll do everything we can to ensure you have fun at work, and in social activities outside of it whether that's virtually or in person, as conditions allow. You will be joining our National Security business which is the largest area within our UK business. Our mission is to be the most trusted partner for our National Security clients in delivery of their core mission. At the end of 2020 we had over 700 employees working across our security and law enforcement customers. This year, we are looking to build on our success and grow even further by recruiting over 100 new members to our team. We have a rich history of working within National Security. In fact, we have over 40 years' experience of delivering advice and solutions to our customers in this sector, supporting them in carrying out their vital missions. More about BAE Systems You will work for a division of BAE Systems who helps nations, governments and businesses around the world defend themselves against cyber crime, reduce their risk in the connected world, comply with regulation, and transform their operations. We're a consultancy and products business and employ smart, motivated individuals who work together across a range of projects and products. You'll get to work on a variety of different systems for different customers throughout your career with us. We're passionate about Diversity and Inclusion in our workforce and the people you'll work with will reflect this. We employ over 4,000 people across 18 countries in the Americas, APAC, UK and EMEA For more information please visit our website: Help us secure a connected world. Apply now and be inspired. Life at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence We are embracing Hybrid Working. This means you and your colleagues may be working in different locations, such as from home, another BAE Systems office or client site, some or all of the time, and work might be going on at different times of the day. By embracing technology, we can interact, collaborate and create together, even when we're working remotely from one another. Hybrid Working allows for increased flexibility in when and where we work, helping us to balance our work and personal life more effectively, and enhance wellbeing. Diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of BAE Systems Digital Intelligence. We are proud to have an organisational culture where employees with varying perspectives, skills, life experiences and backgrounds - the best and brightest minds - can work together to achieve excellence and realise individual and organisational potential. About BAE Systems Digital Intelligence We use our intelligence-led insights to help defend Governments, Nations and Societies from cyber-attacks and financial crime. Our customers depend on our evolving capabilities to help them safely grow their organisations. Our unprecedented access to threat intelligence, world-leading analysts and market-leading technology means we can help them to adapt, evolve and stay ahead of the criminals.
Methods are currently seeking recruiting for an ITSM-focused Delivery Manager/Project Manager to join on a permanent basis. This will initially be considered a remote position due to current coronavirus conditions, however applicants should be willing to attend onsite in Farringdon/Victoria when required on an ad-hoc basis. Methods: Since our establishment in 1990, Methods has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way public sector operates in the UK. Our mission is to improve and safeguard public-facing services. We apply digital thinking to ensure the future of our public services is centred around our citizens. We passionately support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them. Requirement: As a Delivery Manager/Project Manager you'll be involved in driving major Transformation for Methods' Service Management clients, operating in either Agile, Waterfall or Hybrid environments and able to call on your expertise to support delivery of service. We have an immediate assignment available where the post holder will be responsible for ensuring that our skilled, multidisciplinary Programme team utilise an Agile methodology to deliver one of our clients' Strategic Technology & Support Programmes. This will be done by ensuring the Programme team adopts agile/lean tools and techniques, helping the team to self-organise and removing obstacles that may impede their ability to deliver value. It will also include senior client stakeholder management, project problem solving, creative strategising and is likely to suit individuals with a project management background and broad breadth of experience. Applicants should have a solid background in managing multi-disciple delivery squads, handling multiple priorities, managing conflict, and influencing to ensure consistent and continuous high-quality delivery. This will be well suited for candidates with experience in operating on programmes/projects in complex organisations in a Delivery Manager, Project Manager or Senior SCRUM Master role. The role will be responsible for the following activities: Establishing the appropriate adoption of Agile Practices and Scrum-based Methodology Supporting the Programme Team to ensure continuous, incremental delivery of business value Driving and facilitating sprint Agile ceremonies - ensuring that they are aligned to best practice ie Daily Stand Up, Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospectives Removing impediments to the Development Team's progress Owning, tracking and updating metrics which illustrate team progress and performance Assisting in reporting to the Programme Board and engaging with Programme Sponsors Working with the Business Analysts to ensure that the Product Backlog is healthy and that Backlog Refinement is being utilised to ensure clarity of requirements Utilising Agile Methodology to identify opportunities for team improvement Essential Skills: At least 3+ years' experience working as a Scrum Master/Delivery Manager/Project Manager within an agile or waterfall environment. Applied knowledge of an Agile framework (Scrum, Kanban) Experience owning scrum processes (running stand-ups, sprint planning, etc.). Experience with JIRA/Atlassian administration (Confluence, workflows, dashboards, reporting) Strong investigation and analytical skills demonstrating the ability to approach complex problems. Experience working in complex Programme/Project environments Strong written, verbal and communication skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to work with stakeholders at all levels within the organisation. Self-motivated and driven and can work with minimal supervision. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while handling multiple tasks. Proficient in Microsoft Suite including, Word, PowerPoint, Excel Bonus Skills: Experience working in an IT Service Management environment Security Cleared Qualifications and experience in any additional IT best practice frameworks and standards such as ISO20000, SAFe, MOF 4.0, LEAN and Lean Six Sigma, COBIT, TOGAF
Nov 05, 2021
Full time
Methods are currently seeking recruiting for an ITSM-focused Delivery Manager/Project Manager to join on a permanent basis. This will initially be considered a remote position due to current coronavirus conditions, however applicants should be willing to attend onsite in Farringdon/Victoria when required on an ad-hoc basis. Methods: Since our establishment in 1990, Methods has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way public sector operates in the UK. Our mission is to improve and safeguard public-facing services. We apply digital thinking to ensure the future of our public services is centred around our citizens. We passionately support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them. Requirement: As a Delivery Manager/Project Manager you'll be involved in driving major Transformation for Methods' Service Management clients, operating in either Agile, Waterfall or Hybrid environments and able to call on your expertise to support delivery of service. We have an immediate assignment available where the post holder will be responsible for ensuring that our skilled, multidisciplinary Programme team utilise an Agile methodology to deliver one of our clients' Strategic Technology & Support Programmes. This will be done by ensuring the Programme team adopts agile/lean tools and techniques, helping the team to self-organise and removing obstacles that may impede their ability to deliver value. It will also include senior client stakeholder management, project problem solving, creative strategising and is likely to suit individuals with a project management background and broad breadth of experience. Applicants should have a solid background in managing multi-disciple delivery squads, handling multiple priorities, managing conflict, and influencing to ensure consistent and continuous high-quality delivery. This will be well suited for candidates with experience in operating on programmes/projects in complex organisations in a Delivery Manager, Project Manager or Senior SCRUM Master role. The role will be responsible for the following activities: Establishing the appropriate adoption of Agile Practices and Scrum-based Methodology Supporting the Programme Team to ensure continuous, incremental delivery of business value Driving and facilitating sprint Agile ceremonies - ensuring that they are aligned to best practice ie Daily Stand Up, Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospectives Removing impediments to the Development Team's progress Owning, tracking and updating metrics which illustrate team progress and performance Assisting in reporting to the Programme Board and engaging with Programme Sponsors Working with the Business Analysts to ensure that the Product Backlog is healthy and that Backlog Refinement is being utilised to ensure clarity of requirements Utilising Agile Methodology to identify opportunities for team improvement Essential Skills: At least 3+ years' experience working as a Scrum Master/Delivery Manager/Project Manager within an agile or waterfall environment. Applied knowledge of an Agile framework (Scrum, Kanban) Experience owning scrum processes (running stand-ups, sprint planning, etc.). Experience with JIRA/Atlassian administration (Confluence, workflows, dashboards, reporting) Strong investigation and analytical skills demonstrating the ability to approach complex problems. Experience working in complex Programme/Project environments Strong written, verbal and communication skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to work with stakeholders at all levels within the organisation. Self-motivated and driven and can work with minimal supervision. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while handling multiple tasks. Proficient in Microsoft Suite including, Word, PowerPoint, Excel Bonus Skills: Experience working in an IT Service Management environment Security Cleared Qualifications and experience in any additional IT best practice frameworks and standards such as ISO20000, SAFe, MOF 4.0, LEAN and Lean Six Sigma, COBIT, TOGAF