Senior Agile Delivery Manager - 12 Month Contract vacancy in Newcastle, Leeds or Birmingham (Hybrid – approx. 60% onsite) (097lw)
Location: Newcastle, Leeds or Birmingham (Hybrid – approx. 60% onsite)
Duration: 12 months
IR35: Inside IR35
Lead Digital Delivery
We’re supporting a major UK organisation undergoing significant digital transformation, seeking a Senior Agile Delivery Manager to take ownership of software delivery within a newly formed engineering team.
This role will suit individuals who thrive in fast-paced, delivery-focused environments, and who are confident working hands-on with technical teams to deliver high-quality, resilient digital services.
The Opportunity
You’ll be embedded within a software engineering team tasked with delivering a backlog of critical improvements across areas such as system resilience, security, and service performance.
This is a hands‑on delivery role - not purely coordination. You’ll work closely with engineers, technical leads, and product stakeholders to ensure delivery is well-planned, prioritised, and executed effectively.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead agile delivery across a software engineering team
* Facilitate core agile ceremonies (planning, stand‑ups, reviews, retrospectives)
* Identify and remove blockers to maintain delivery momentum
* Manage risks, dependencies, and competing priorities
* Work closely with technical teams to support delivery decisions
* Engage and influence senior stakeholders with clear progress reporting
* Maintain structured backlogs and track delivery progress using appropriate tools
What We’re Looking For
Essential Experience
* Proven experience delivering software within agile environments
* Hands‑on experience acting as a Scrum Master / Delivery Manager
* Strong background working directly with engineering teams
* Experience managing complex backlogs, risks, and dependencies
* Confident stakeholder engagement at senior level
Technical Environment Exposure
* Familiarity with modern engineering practices such as:
* Cloud-based platforms (e.g. AWS or Azure)
* CI/CD pipelines and DevOps ways of working
* Version control and automated testing practices
Ideal Background (Including Ex‑Military)
* Former Armed Forces personnel who have transitioned into technology, delivery, or project roles
* Individuals with experience operating in structured, high‑pressure environments
* Professionals with strong leadership, coordination, and problem‑solving capability
Working Pattern
* Hybrid model with regular onsite attendance (approx. 60%)
* Candidates must be based within a commutable distance (approx. 60‑90 minutes) of Newcastle, Leeds, or Birmingham
Interested?
If you’re an experienced Agile Delivery professional looking for your next contract and enjoy working closely with technical teams to deliver tangible outcomes, we’d be keen to speak with you. Please send your CV to Liz Walsh at liz@ex-mil.co.uk.
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