Execution Leader Experienced

Nordea is a leading Nordic universal bank. We are helping our customers realise their dreams and aspirations – and we have done that for 200 years. We want to make a real difference for our customers and the communities where we operate – by being a strong and personal financial partner.

Job ID: 8365 

Would you like to harness the power of technology leading cross-functional groups on a mission to reinvent the future of banking? We are now looking for an Experienced Scrum Master / Project Manager to drive important technology projects, providing state-of-the-art solutions to our corporate customers.

At Nordea, we know our customers’ needs are changing – and we’re deeply committed to meeting them with the financial solutions of tomorrow. We’re creating an agile environment where we’re harnessing the power of technology – one where you can make an impact. So bring your skills, ideas and unique background. With us, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to grow and make your mark on something bigger. 

About this opportunity

Welcome to the Execution Leadership team in Business & Institutional Technology. We add value by orchestrating vital change initiatives covering front, middle and back office, payments, cards and data management among others. As Experienced Scrum Master / Project Manager, you’ll play a valuable role in advancing digital transformation agenda at Nordea, catering for both agile and traditional IT deliveries.

What you’ll be doing:
* Build and lead viable self-organising teams
* Facilitate scrum team events, agile ceremonies and workshops
* Coach and mentor team members, establish feedback loops and encourage constant learning
* Motivate people and create a fun and energizing work environment built on trust and inclusion
* Remove impediments, help in managing dependencies and risk mitigation
* Support product management and backlog refinement process
* Develop a strong culture of knowledge sharing and drive relentless continuous improvements
* Steer problem-solving efforts, nurture stakeholder collaboration and guide conflict resolution
* Provide support in ensuring transparency along with relevant, clear and accurate metrics


You’ll join a vibrant team of passionate and experienced execution leaders who thrive on teamwork, diversity and continuous learning.

The role is based in Stockhom.

Who you are

Collaboration. Ownership. Passion. Courage. These are the values that guide us in being at our best – and that we imagine you share with us.  

To succeed in this role, we believe that you:
* Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills
* Strong organizational, facilitation and coaching ability
* Dedicated, dependable and committed to empowering others
* Driven, resilient and goal oriented person who is open to change and continuous learning


Your experience and background: 
* Several years of serving in the scrum master role in IT organisation
* Demonstrable experience in building high-performing teams in agile and distributed settings
* Firm grasp of agile methodologies (SAFe/Scrum), lean principles and traditional project management, including financials, risk and dependency management
* Ability to implement best practices and improve ways of working
* Completed Scrum master training (SAFe certification preferred)
* Solid knowledge of software development lifecycle, QA processes, CI/CD pipelines and release management

If this sounds like you, get in touch!

Next steps

Submit your application no later than 08/07/2022.

For more information, you’re welcome to contact Nebojsa Naumovic at nebojsa.naumovic@nordea.com.

At Nordea, we know that an inclusive workplace is a sustainable workplace. We deeply believe that our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics and traits make us better at serving customers and communities. So please come as you are.

Only for candidates in Sweden - for union information, please contact Finansförbundet at finansforbundet@nordea.com or SACO at SacoNordea@nordea.com

Please be aware that any applications or CVs coming through email or direct messages will not be accepted or considered.