Job description
This is a remote position.
About Scrumconnect Consulting
Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens.
We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter.
Role Summary
The Senior Delivery Manager will lead the end-to-end delivery of digital services and programmes. Operating at SFIA Level 5, this role requires an experienced delivery professional capable of owning complex workstreams, managing cross-functional teams and providing assurance to senior stakeholders. The successful candidate will be expected to plan, direct and evaluate delivery activities, managing risks and dependencies across multiple concurrent workstreams in a fast-paced government environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead delivery of complex digital programmes and projects, ensuring alignment to government standards including the GDS Service Standard and Cabinet Office spend controls
Own and maintain delivery plans, risk registers, issue logs and dependency maps across multiple concurrent workstreams
Facilitate Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, standups, retrospectives, showcases) and coach teams in Agile and Lean delivery practices
Provide delivery assurance to senior stakeholders, producing clear and accurate progress reports and escalating risks in a timely manner
Manage relationships with senior stakeholders across BSR, MHCLG and delivery partners, acting as the primary point of contact for delivery matters
Identify, manage and mitigate delivery risks and issues, making evidence-based decisions to keep programmes on track
Ensure teams have the right resources, tools and environments to deliver at pace
Drive a culture of continuous improvement, facilitating retrospectives and embedding lessons learned
Support procurement activities including writing statements of work, assessing proposals and managing supplier performance
Contribute to business case development and benefits realisation planning
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven track record of delivering complex digital programmes in a UK central or local government environment
Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) with hands-on experience as a Delivery Manager[3.1] or Scrum Master
Experience managing cross-functional multidisciplinary teams including designers, researchers, engineers and business analysts
Strong stakeholder management skills with experience engaging at senior and director level
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to produce high-quality delivery documentation
Experience managing budgets, contracts and supplier relationships
Knowledge of GDS Service Standard, the Technology Code of Practice and government spend controls
SFIA Level 5 competencies: autonomy, influence, complexity, business skills and knowledge as defined in the SFIA framework
Desirable Skills & Experience
Experience delivering projects within a regulatory or building safety environment
Professional accreditation in project or programme management (e.g. APM PMQ, PRINCE2, Agile PM)
Experience of public sector procurement frameworks (G-Cloud, Digital Outcomes and Specialists, CCS frameworks)
Familiarity with Cabinet Office and HM Treasury business case standards (Green Book / Five Case Model)
SFIA Level 5 Behaviours Expected
At SFIA Level 5, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following core behaviours:
Takes responsibility for delivery of significant assignments and outcomes
Influences decisions and recommendations at programme level
Manages complex and unpredictable delivery environments with multiple dependencies
Advises on delivery strategy and approach, contributing to organisational planning
Demonstrates accountability for own and team performance against agreed objectives
Diversity & Inclusion
At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation and better outcomes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements.
As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment to ensure equal opportunities for all.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.