Company: Bank of England
Location: London, United Kingdom
Employment Type: Full-time and Part-time
Description:
Description
Work for an organisation steeped in history with a front row seat for the digitalisation of the financial sector, and the rise of rise of fintech and regtech. A core organisational strength, with our people at our centre, Technology enable the Bank of England to deliver its mission by providing a hugely diverse set of technical solutions and platforms. From supporting critical systems which underpin the UK economy, to evolving data analytics, reinventing our online presence, and introducing a fully digital workplace. Be part of a team that’s constantly evolving, just like our industry.
We take pride in our people, with backgrounds and experiences as diverse as the solutions they provide. You’ll enjoy flexible working opportunities, a strong sense of community and well-being, and a collective mission to promote the good of the people of the UK. All of which add up to make the Bank a hugely rewarding place to work.
Department Overview
At The Bank of England, we are… seeking to attract and employ the best people by encouraging applications from candidates who reflect the diverse nature of the society we serve. Be part of a Digital Platform team whose platforms and products enable a digital and agile Bank for all, achieved with a diverse and talented division of technology professionals.
In the Technology PRA Data division you will join a forward thinking team. We embrace new technologies, follow Agile methods as our preferred approach first, and our people always come first.
The Division is accountable for technology design, development and operations for all applications and systems that provide services to the Prudential Regulation Authority.
Job description
We welcome applications from expert Delivery Managers to join the division and be part of the wider delivery management function within Technology.
As the Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of agile IT delivery leading to the successful end-to-end implementation of IT solutions.
You will lead with energy and passion to achieve the outcomes required by the Bank, whilst motivating the IT delivery team, acting as servant leader enabling them to meet commitments and be at their best.
Responsibilities include:
• Championing agile delivery methodology and build understanding and capability across the division
• Facilitating cross-functional groups to plan and deliver projects – identifying which methodology best fits the needs and style of the team.
• The agreement of scope and delivery plans in conjunction with Product Owners, resource managers, Business representatives and Project Managers.
• The management of key technology deliverables, working within agreed processes, leading to successful delivery against plan.
• The coordination, planning of Technology activities and dependencies achieve required work packages
• The reporting of progress against plans to the Project Manager, managing or escalating exceptions as required
• Facilitating agile ceremonies, performing the SCRUM master role
• Facilitating the creation of IT estimates that feed into the project budget
• Possible opportunities to line manage people in the division.
Role Requirements
Essential Criteria
• Proven successful delivery of IT projects in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Ability to engage, motivate, coach and mentor others to meet the team commitments
• Demonstrable experience of building trusted and open working relationships across the organisation and at varying levels of seniority.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to plan for the whole IT delivery considering dependencies, risks and issues, feeding into the overall project plan
• Good solid understanding of Jira, Confluence, MS Azure or similar packages.
• Experience of software technology and development processes, particularly Scrum, Kanban, Test Driven Development and agile delivery
Desirable Criteria
• Ideally experienced with associated IT qualifications such as ITIL, or other associated indicators of a proven background in technology change management.
• Experienced in commercial awareness and supplier management.
• People management experience
Our Approach to Inclusion
The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve.
At the Bank of England, we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we’re working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it’s by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we’ll continue to make the best decisions for the public.
We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns. We’ve also partnered with external organisations to support us in making adjustments for candidates and employees in the recruitment process where they’re needed.
For most roles where work can be carried out at home, we aim for colleagues to spend half of their time in the office, with a minimum of 40% per month. Subject to that minimum requirement, individuals and managers should work together to find what works best for them, their team and stakeholders.
Finally, we’re proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme. If you wish to apply under this scheme, you should check the box in the ‘Candidate Personal Information’ under the ‘Disability Confident Scheme’ section of the application.
Salary and Benefits Information
We encourage flexible working, part time working and job share arrangements. Part time salary and benefits will be on a pro-rated basis as appropriate.
This role offers a salary of circa £51,870-£59,850. In addition, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package as detailed below:
• A non-contributory, career average pension giving you a guaranteed retirement benefit of 1/95th of your annual salary for every year worked. There is the option to increase your pension (to 1/50th) or decrease (to 1/120th) in exchange for salary through our flexible benefits programme each year.
• A discretionary performance award based on a current award pool.
• A 8% benefits allowance with the option to take as salary or purchase a wide range of flexible benefits.
• 26 days’ annual leave with option to buy up to 12 additional days through flexible benefits.
• Private medical insurance and income protection.
National Security Vetting Process
Employment in this role will be subject to the National Security Vetting clearance process (and typically can take between 6 to 12 weeks post offer) and the passing of additional Bank security checks in accordance with the Bank policy. Further information regarding the vetting and security clearance requirements for the role will be provided to the successful applicant, and information about how the Bank processes personal data for these purposes, is set out in the Bank’s Privacy Notice.
The Application Process
Important: Please ensure that you complete the ‘work history’ section and answer ALL the application questions fully. All candidate applications are anonymised to ensure that our hiring managers will not be able to see your personal information, including your CV, when reviewing your application details at the screening stage. It’s therefore really important that you fill out the work history and application form questions, as your answers will form a critical part of the initial selection process.
This role closes on 12 September 2024.
Please apply online, ensuring that you complete your work history and answer ALL the application questions fully and in detail as your application will not be considered if all mandatory questions are not fully completed.
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential Criteria
Proven successful delivery of IT projects in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
Ability to engage, motivate, coach and mentor others to meet the team commitments
Demonstrable experience of building trusted and open working relationships across the organisation and at varying levels of seniority.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Able to plan for the whole IT delivery considering dependencies, risks and issues, feeding into the overall project plan
Good solid understanding of Jira, Confluence, MS Azure or similar packages.
Experience of software technology and development processes, particularly Scrum, Kanban, Test Driven Development and agile delivery
Desirable Criteria
Ideally experienced with associated IT qualifications such as ITIL, or other associated indicators of a proven background in technology change management.
Experienced in commercial awareness and supplier management.
People management experience
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