Scrum Master – Enterprise Platform Transformation – 12 Month Daily Rate Contract

Job Description

  • High-impact transformation – play a key role in a large-scale platform modernisation program across a national organisation
  • Scaled Agile environment – work across multiple squads (1–3) within a SAFe / Scrum of Scrums model
  • Strong pipeline of work – long-term program with high likelihood of extension and future opportunities
The Role

We’re looking for a Scrum Master to support a major insurance platform modernisation initiative, focused on unifying legacy systems and improving operational efficiency across the business.
You’ll operate within a scaled Agile environment (SAFe / Scrum of Scrums), working closely with delivery teams while aligning into structured program-level reporting.
Reporting into senior delivery leadership, you’ll play a key role in driving delivery outcomes, improving team performance, and ensuring consistency across squads.

Key Responsibilities
  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies across 1–3 squads (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, showcases)
  • Drive day-to-day delivery outcomes, ensuring teams meet sprint commitments
  • Identify and remove blockers, managing dependencies across teams
  • Support backlog refinement and prioritisation with Product Owners
  • Provide clear and structured delivery reporting into program governance
  • Coach teams on Agile best practices and continuously improve delivery maturity
  • Collaborate with engineering, BA, and change teams to support end-to-end delivery
What We’re Looking For
  • 5-10 years of proven experience as a Scrum Master within Agile environments in insurance or financial services (Essential)
  • Exposure to scaled delivery models (SAFe, Scrum of Scrums, multi-squad)
  • Experience working on software development initiatives
  • Experience working within structured governance/reporting frameworks
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills across delivery and product teams
  • Experience within platform or large-scale transformation programs (highly desirable)