Project manager/scrum master

Salary
Negotiable
Location
Greater Belfast/Co Down
Benefits
Pension, Private Health, Commitment to L&D, Cycle2work.
We are working with a growing software consultancy. They have specific strengths in product, Microsoft and bespoke development.
Role
Project Manager/Scrum Master. The role includes both project management and Scrum Master responsibilities, supporting successful delivery of projects and guiding teams through Discovery Phase and the full agile delivery lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities

Lead the Discovery Phase to establish project scope, objectives, risks, constraints, and high-level timelines.
Collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, align expectations, and ensure a shared understanding of desired outcomes.
Produce clear discovery documentation, including problem statements, user needs, process maps, and proposed delivery approaches.
Develop and maintain project plans, milestones, resource allocations, and risk logs.
Ensure projects transition smoothly from Discovery into Agile delivery.

Scrum Master Responsibilities

Serve as Scrum Master for one or more agile delivery teams, supporting them in applying Scrum values, principles, and practices.
Facilitate core agile ceremonies: sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and backlog refinement.
Work closely with Product Owners to ensure a well‑groomed and prioritised backlog.
Remove blockers and coach teams to self‑organise and continuously improve delivery performance.
Promote an environment of collaboration, transparency, psychological safety, and high‑quality communication.
Champion agile ways of working and mature agile capability across the organisation.

Stakeholder & Team Collaboration

Build strong, positive relationships with team members, stakeholders, and customers.
Communicate project progress, risks, and impacts in a clear and empathetic manner.
Foster a culture of openness, trust, and shared ownership.
Encourage cross‑functional collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to refine processes, improve team dynamics, and enhance delivery outcomes.

Does this sound like you?

Proven experience as a Project Manager and/or Scrum Master within an agile delivery environment.
Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead discovery or early‑phase project activities.
Experience supporting teams through the full agile delivery lifecycle.
Warm, friendly, and collaborative working style with a focus on team empowerment.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Desirable

Agile Certification (AgilePM Foundation/Practitioner, Scrum Master Certification, or equivalent).
Experience working in multi‑disciplinary teams (designers, developers, product owners, analysts).
Knowledge of additional delivery frameworks (Kanban, Lean, SAFe, etc.).

Contact
Stephen Ingram – Phone: 028 90 997720 – Email: stephen.ingram@exactitresources.com
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