Delivery Manager

Version 1 has celebrated over 26 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We’re also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1. 

We’ve been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023. 

As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We’re focused on our core values; using these we’ve seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Delivery Manager cum Scrum Master with over 10 years of expertise to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. Additionally, the candidate will act as a Scrum Master, facilitating Agile practices and ensuring the team adheres to Scrum principles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Delivery Management:
  • Oversee the end-to-end delivery of projects, ensuring they meet the required standards and objectives.
  • Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.
  • Identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact project delivery.
• Scrum Master Responsibilities:
  • Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Ensure the team follows Agile practices and Scrum framework.
  • Remove impediments and blockers that hinder the team's progress.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Stakeholder Management:
  • Communicate project status, progress, and risks to stakeholders.
  • Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with project goals.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and team members.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
  • Implement best practices and process improvements to enhance project delivery.
  • Provide coaching and mentoring to team members on Agile methodologies.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience (10+ years) as a Delivery Manager and Scrum Master.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and Scrum framework.
• Excellent project management skills with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Previous experience working in the pharmaceutical domain industries is highly desirable.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification.
• Experience with project management tools such as JIRA, Trello, or Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevOps practices.

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. 

One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology. 

We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat. 

Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.