Scrum Master (banking/wealth services)

Job Title: Scrum Master

Experience: 7–10 years

Location: Abu Dhabi

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to join our dynamic team in the wealth management and trading domain. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agile methodologies and a proven track record of facilitating high-performing teams in a financial services environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Agile Processes: Lead daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure the team adheres to agile principles and practices.
• Mentor and Coach: Provide guidance and support to team members on agile best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Remove Impediments: Identify and address any obstacles that may hinder the team's progress, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow.
• Performance Metrics: Maintain and update performance metrics to provide clear feedback to the team and transparency to stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as a liaison between the development team and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project goals and priorities.
• Tool Adoption: Support the adoption and consistent use of agile tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) to enhance team productivity and collaboration.
• Release Management: Coordinate release planning and manage dependencies across teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for enhancement and implementing effective solutions.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Certification: Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification.
• Experience: 7-10 years’ experience, with at least 2 years in the banking/wealth services.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, and other project management software.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to build trust and positively influence team members and stakeholders.
• Mindset: Demonstrated continuous improvement approach and a proven change agent capable of coaching teams through new and unfamiliar situations.
  
  

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