Scrum Master

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to support a globally dispersed team working on the development and continuous enhancement of Microsoft Dynamics 365 (ERP & CRM).

The team operates within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment, focusing on delivering high-quality, iterative solutions aligned with business objectives.

This role is crucial for ensuring that the team adheres to Agile principles while optimising performance and communication.

Reporting to the Head of Delivery, you will be responsible for facilitating the agile delivery process and ensuring that the Scrum team adheres to Scrum principles and practices.

Your role is to foster collaboration, remove impediments, and enable the team to deliver high-quality products efficiently and predictably.

This position will be remote with standard UK working hours but supporting a globally disperse development team. Role reports to Global Head of Agile Delivery.

Salary is up to £75,000 dependent on experience

• Facilitate Scrum events including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives to ensure they are productive and effective.
• Coach the Scrum team on Scrum principles, practices, and ceremonies to foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Support the Scrum team by removing impediments, resolving conflicts, and shielding them from external distractions to maintain focus on Sprint goals.
• Empower the team to self-organize and make decisions collaboratively to achieve Sprint objectives.
• Collaborate with the Product Owner and Product Management team to prioritize and refine the Product Backlog, ensuring it is well-defined, ordered, and achievable.
• Guide the team in breaking down user stories into smaller tasks, estimating effort required for each item and managing work in progress (WIP) levels.
• Monitor and track team progress towards Sprint goals, providing transparency and visibility into the team's performance through Sprint Burndown Charts and other relevant metrics.
• Generate reports and metrics to stakeholders to communicate progress, identify risks, and make data-driven decisions.
• Facilitate Sprint Retrospectives to reflect on past iterations and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Implement action items and experiments to address areas of improvement and enhance team performance.
• Act as a liaison between the Scrum team and stakeholders, facilitating communication and collaboration to ensure alignment on project goals and priorities.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and address their concerns or feedback in a timely manner.
• Stay updated on Scrum methodologies, frameworks, and best practices, continuously enhancing your skills and knowledge as a Scrum Master.
• Act as a servant-leader, embodying the values of Scrum and promoting a culture of trust, transparency, and accountability within the team

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is essential
• Certified Scrum Master (SAFe preferred)
• 4+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) and principles
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or relevant field preferred
• Strong Knowledge and expertise in DevOps delivery, strategy and application lifecycle management
• Experience with supply chain or procurement would be highly desirable
• Experience in Agile tools (Azure DevOps preferred)
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills
• Experience in Resource management

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.

Our Values

• Collaborate as One Team
• Create Value for Customers
• Innovate with Purpose
• Never stop improving

DEI

Genus is a place where you can be yourself and be part of a growing global team. We have a culture of respect, openness and fairness for all. Whatever your background, your role or your area of work, you will have the chance to thrive in an environment that inspires, challenges and supports you to succeed.

• Performance related bonus
• 25 days holidays + Bank Holidays 
• NFU Pension (7.5% employer contribution)
• Private Health cover
• Health Cash back scheme 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Employee share plan 
• Fully remote role with ad-hoc team meetings in Stapeley
• Flexible Working Policy (Where appropriate/practicable) 
• Enhanced maternity leave 12 weeks at full pay followed by 4 weeks at 50% followed by SMP
• Comprehensive L&D program including career development programs, access to Genus University and Mango (languages) 

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.