Senior Scrum Master and Agile Coach - Halifax - AXIS (AXIS Capital)

    AXIS (AXIS Capital)
    AXIS (AXIS Capital) Halifax

    2 days ago

    $100,000 - $120,000 (USD) per year
    Description

    Overview

    This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.

    At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

    How does this role contribute to our collective success?

    We are seeking an experienced Senior Scrum Master / Agile Coach to guide Agile teams and support organizational transformation initiatives. This role focuses on enabling high-performing teams, fostering an Agile mindset, and driving continuous improvement across the enterprise. The successful candidate will play a key role in coaching teams, mentoring leaders, and supporting the adoption and scaling of Agile practices.

    What will you do in this role?

    • Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives).
    • Remove impediments and shield teams from external disruptions.
    • Coach and mentor teams, Product Owners, junior Scrum Masters and leadership on Agile principles, Scrum practices, and SAFe processes.
    • Support Agile transformation initiatives, including training, workshops, and change management activities.
    • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment of Agile practices with business objectives.
    • Track and analyze Agile metrics (velocity, burndown, lead time) to drive continuous improvement.
    • Foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and accountability.
    • Coordinate with other Scrum Masters and Release Train Engineers to manage cross-team dependencies.
    • Advocate for Agile best practices and contribute to the growth of the Agile community within the organization.

    You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities and activities appropriate to the nature of this role.

    About You

    We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals.

    You combine technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills to enable Agile success, and can:

    • Build Relationships: Develop strong partnerships with teams and stakeholders.
    • Communicate with Impact: Clearly and confidently convey information to diverse audiences.
    • Drive Results: Demonstrate initiative and accountability for delivering outcomes.
    • Develop Self and Others: Exhibit a growth mindset and foster learning.
    • Make Disciplined Decisions: Use data-driven insights to guide decisions.

    What you need to have:

    • Specialty (re)insurance or financial services industry experience.
    • Certified Scrum Master (CSM), SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), or equivalent Agile certification.
    • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master, including proven experience in Agile Coaching.
    • Demonstrated experience supporting Agile transformation efforts at team or organizational level.
    • Strong facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
    • Hands-on experience with Agile tools (Jira, Rally, Azure DevOps).
    • Proven ability to mentor teams and leadership to achieve Agile maturity.
    • Experience with scaling frameworks such as SAFe or LeSS.

    What we prefer you to have:

    • Advanced Agile certifications (e.g., ICP-ACC, SAFe Program Consultant).

    Role Factors

    In this role, you will be required to be in the office for a minimum of 3 days per week on average.

    What we offer

    You will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid annual leave, and much more.


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