Agile Delivery Manager - Applications

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Agile Delivery Manager to manage and deliver a prioritised backlog of technology projects and initiatives within a private markets or asset management environment. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong ownership and a focus on delivery outcomes in a regulated financial services setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and deliver a prioritised backlog of technology projects and change initiatives.
• Lead end–to–end delivery across the full lifecycle, from initiation through to implementation and handover.
• Apply agile delivery practices pragmatically, ensuring governance, transparency, and pace.
• Build and maintain backlogs, ensuring clear prioritisation and alignment with business objectives.
• Manage dependencies, risks, issues, and interlocks across technology and business stakeholders.
• Actively manage third‑party vendors and delivery partners, ensuring scope, timelines, and quality.
• Maintain delivery artefacts and reporting using Jira, ensuring accurate tracking of progress and outcomes.
• Provide structured updates to senior stakeholders and escalated issues where required.
• Take full ownership for delivery outcomes with a proactive, problem‑solving mindset.

Required Experience & Skills

• Significant experience as a Delivery Manager, Project Manager, or similar role within technology‑led change.
• Strong experience in agile technology delivery environments.
• Advanced, hands‑on experience with Jira for backlog management, delivery tracking, and reporting.
• Proven ability to build and manage backlogs effectively.
• Mandatory experience within private markets or asset management environments.
• Experience delivering change within financial services or similarly regulated environments.
• Highly organised, structured approach to delivery with strong ownership and accountability.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

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