Scrum Master

Barden is proud to be working with a top-tier multinational business in Cork as they embark on a major technology transformation across their global and local operations. They are looking for a skilled Scrum Master to join them on a contract basis to be their go-to person for applying Scrum to product high quality work. This role will support the development and adoption of agile ways of working - with an opportunity to work directly with the delivery teams under the direction of the PMO.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Organise and facilitate iterative planning cycles, review sessions, and regular team check-ins.
• Provide guidance to team members on Agile principles and practices.
• Enable clear communication and collaboration within the team.
• Act as a liaison for external stakeholders and communications.
• Collaborate with product leadership to manage task backlogs and incoming requests.
• Address team conflicts and remove impediments to progress.
• Support teams in adopting and implementing process improvements.
• Ensure outputs meet agreed quality standards at the end of each cycle.
• Promote continuous improvement and maturity in Agile practices.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and engaging team environment.
• Offer advisory support to project leads and staff performing Agile or project management roles throughout the project lifecycle.
• Present project portfolios, pipelines, and dependencies in governance or review forums.
• Engage with central project governance and strategy groups on initiatives, policies, and processes, and support their local implementation.
• Assist with project governance and audit compliance activities.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

• Holds a certification in Scrum or equivalent Agile framework.
• Formal qualification in project management would be advantageous.
• 5 years plus of experience in a Scrum Master or similar delivery leadership role.
• Strong background in Agile project management methodologies.
• Proven ability to manage multiple initiatives, engage stakeholders, and present to senior audiences.
• Experience mentoring or coaching team members in Agile practices.
• Experience supporting project quality reviews and helping resolve delivery issues across teams.
• Familiarity with common project management and collaboration tools (e.g., work tracking, planning, and productivity platforms).
• Solid understanding of IT delivery environments and processes.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, both written and verbal.
• Effective organisational and coordination skills.
• Strong interest in and advocacy for Agile ways of working.

Please note this is a hybrid working role based out of their one of their Cork offices.