Scrum Master - £500 per day - Inside IR35 - Hybrid working 1-2 days a week near Gloucester - contract until year end with high potential to extend.
My client, one of the UKs biggest producers or zero carbon electricity, is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to join a high-profile data programme. The ideal candidate will bring a structured, delivery-focused approach and the ability to navigate both technical and business environments.
This role sits within a complex, regulated organisation, where multiple teams and stakeholders are involved across data, compliance, performance monitoring, and reporting workstreams.
The client values pragmatism over process — this is not a textbook Agile environment, so we’re looking for someone who can flex their approach, manage teams confidently, and keep delivery on track.
Key Responsibilities:
Act as the Scrum Master for one or more cross-functional delivery teams
Lead and facilitate sprint ceremonies (planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, reviews)
Help teams manage scope, blockers, and sprint commitments effectively
Maintain focus on delivery, ensuring workstreams are aligned with business priorities
Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Technical Leads
Proactively manage dependencies, risks, and issues
Work with stakeholders to ensure transparency, visibility, and shared understanding
Track progress against KPIs and performance metrics, where applicable
Support backlog refinement, ensuring user stories are clear and actionable
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement without forcing rigid frameworks
Key Requirements:
Proven experience as a Scrum Master or Delivery Lead in large, complex programmes
Experience working within data-heavy projects (e.g., data platforms, pipelines, analytics)
Strong understanding of Agile principles, but with a pragmatic and adaptable mindset
Previous experience in a regulated industry or working within regulatory delivery
Excellent stakeholder management skills – you’ll need to engage with technical teams, business leads, and governance functions alike
Experience supporting or delivering KPI / performance monitoring solutions
Comfortable working with mixed-skill teams and collaborating with Business Analysts
Confident navigating ambiguity and managing competing priorities
Eligible to undergo SC clearance (must have lived in the UK for at least 5 years)
Desirable:
Scrum Master or Agile certification (CSM, PSM, SAFe etc.)
Background or qualifications in Business Analysis or Project Delivery
Exposure to tools like Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps