Agile Team Lead

We are seeking an Agile Team Lead to manage multiple squads/pods of varying priority, applying project management methodologies and disciplines to assigned projects, ensuring the delivery of project tasks and achieving stated objectives. The ideal candidate will have experience working within the Information or Business Systems profession, with a proven track record of leading Agile and project teams, and a solid understanding of Agile project management practices and systems development. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including training and development opportunities, flexible work options, and paid time off, as well as a supportive workplace culture and opportunities for career growth.

Requirements

• 6-8 years successful experience working within the Information or Business Systems profession or related business experience.
• Proven success leading Agile and project teams, with the ability to demonstrate solid knowledge of Agile project management practices and systems development in an interview setting.
• Ability to switch between initiatives/squads and understand impacts is a key role in ensuring work progresses at pace in, what at times can be, an unstructured environment.
• Agile certifications (e.g., CSM, PSM, PMI-ACP, SAFe Agilist) is required.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation preferred or currently in progress.
• Prior experience working within the insurance industry is considered an asset.
• You have a post-secondary degree in Business or a related discipline.

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Paid time off
• A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture
• Paid volunteer days to give back to your community
• Comprehensive total rewards package including group retirement savings plans, pension and benefits (e.g., health and wellness, dental, disability and life coverage), mental health support and an employee assistance program