Introduction

IBM CIC delivers deep technical and industry expertise to a wide range of public and private sector clients in the UK.

A career in IBM CIC means you’ll have the opportunity to work with visionaries across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Your ability to accelerate impact and make meaningful change for your clients is enabled by our strategic partner ecosystem and our robust technology platforms across the IBM portfolio.

Curiosity and a constant quest for knowledge serve as the foundation to success in IBM CIC. In your role, you’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, investigate ideas outside of your role, and come up with creative solutions which impact a wide network of clients, who may be at their site or one of our CIC or IBM locations. Our culture of evolution centres on long-term career growth and development opportunities in an environment that embraces your unique skills and experience.

We offer:

• A multitude of training opportunities from classroom to e-learning, mentoring and coaching programs as well as the chance to gain industry recognized certifications

• Regular and frequent promotion and progression opportunities to ensure you can drive and develop your career with us

• Feedback and checkpoints throughout the year

• Diversity & Inclusion as an essential and authentic component of our culture through our policies and process as well as our Employee Champion teams and support networks

• A culture where your ideas for growth and innovation are always welcome

• Internal recognition programs for peer-to-peer appreciation as well as from manager to employees

• Tools and policies to support your work-life balance from flexible working approaches, sabbatical programs, paid paternity leave, maternity leave and an innovative maternity returners scheme

• More traditional benefits, such as 25 days holiday (in addition to public holidays), online shopping discounts, an Employee Assistance Program, a group personal pension plan of an additional 5% of your base salary paid by us monthly to save for your future.

Your role and responsibilities

We’re on the lookout for a seasoned Senior Scrum Master / Delivery Lead to spearhead our project management efforts and drive strategic decision-making. As a thought leader, you’ll guide our organization’s transformation and ensure successful project outcomes.

As a Project Manager, you’ll be accountable for ensuring project completion within the specified scope, cost, and timeline while meeting business requirements and contractual obligations. Manage project plans, budgets, schedules, and staffing requirements, including IBM, client employees, and third-party vendors. Establish effective communication plans, deliver regular project status updates to stakeholders, and ensure successful project outcomes.

In this role, you’ll possess familiarity with project management methodologies and tools, strong organizational and time management skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well in a team and adapt to changing priorities.

To stand out, experience with project management software, knowledge of Agile methodologies and Scrum framework, familiarity with software development life cycle (SDLC), and experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment would be advantageous. Above all, a passion for project management and continuous improvement is essential.

Don’t miss this opportunity to grow and excel in a supportive and inclusive work environment. Apply now and become a driving force behind our organization’s success!

Responsibilities

• Define and implement project management strategies and methodologies across multiple projects and teams.

• Mentor and guide junior project managers, fostering a culture of continuous growth and improvement.

• Conduct rigorous coaching sessions, upholding project management principles and values, and promoting high-quality project outcomes.

• Serve as a key liaison between stakeholders and project teams, translating business requirements into actionable project plans and ensuring successful project execution.

• Contribute to the overall project management vision and direction within the organization.

• Join our dynamic team and take on the challenge of leading cross-functional teams in delivering exceptional custom development solutions or managing application maintenance and support.

Required technical and professional expertise

• Extensive experience in project management and methodologies.

• Extensive team leading experience in a variety of different experiences i.e. mixture of on/off shore delivery, rainbow team, staff augmentation, multiple squads virtually and co-located.

• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and coaching skills.

Demonstratable evidence of strong commercial and financial management experiences.

Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and drive organizational change.

Proven experience in leading project management initiatives and projects.

Certified project management certifications i.e. PMI PMP and/or PgMP

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. However, for you to be eligible for this role, you must have the valid right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we do not offer visa sponsorship and have no future plans to do so. You must be a resident in the UK and have been living continuously in the UK for the last 10 years. You must be able to hold or gain a UK government security clearance.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Experience with project management software (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Asana).

• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and Scrum framework.

• Familiarity with software development life cycle (SDLC).

• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Passion for project management and continuous improvement.

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.