Location: Boston,MA, USA
Contract Role (W2 Engagement) – Scrum Master– Boston/ Hybrid – 6 months
Gibbs Consulting is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to support the Investor Research team. The ideal candidate must be based in Boston and possess extensive expertise in Agile, Scrum, and Kanban frameworks. A minimum of 6 years of experience within the asset management industry is required. This role demands excellent communication skills to effectively engage with complex and high-profile stakeholders, including senior leadership.
Role Overview:
• Job Title: Scrum Master
• Location: Boston/Hybrid (3 days per week onsite Tues - Thurs)
• Contract Type: Contract
• Duration: 06 months initially with possible extension
• Sector: Investment Management
• Visa sponsorship is not available, and candidates must be based locally.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar Agile role, demonstrating the ability to apply Agile principles and practices. Experience delivering multiple epics, releases, and versions while employing techniques such as burndown charts, retrospectives, and user story refinement is preferred.
• Programming or development background
• Proven track record in implementing Agile best practices and product development standards.
• Leadership experience, with the ability to build trust and inspire teams while encouraging them to push boundaries and excel in an Agile environment.
• Strong commitment to Agile values, including openness, courage, respect, focus, and commitment, while promoting Agile methodologies for team success.
• Skilled in planning, executing, and managing team projects to meet specific goals and criteria within established timelines.
• Ability to effectively influence stakeholders and leaders across all levels without relying on formal authority.
• Creates a supportive environment where team members feel empowered and engaged as equal contributors.
• Adept at conveying concepts, ideas, and practices clearly to diverse audiences, tailoring the message as needed.
• Experienced in working collaboratively across cross-functional teams in a multi-team setting.
• Dedicated to fostering growth and development through continuous learning and encouraging the same among team members.
Please feel free to contact myself – Daisy Nguyen (...@gibbsconsulting.com/T: 0208 ### ####) at Gibbs Consulting for a confidential chat to know more details about the role.
Please also note: Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.