TaxCPC - Agile Delivery Manager

Agile Delivery Manager Role Overview- The Agile Delivery Manager is a critical, full-time, on-site role located in Nagpur responsible for leading agile execution and ensuring the timely delivery of complex legal compliance solutions within the financial services/taxation domain.- The incumbent must possess Expertise in Program Management and Proficiency in Agile and Scrum methodologies, leveraging strong analytical and leadership skills to drive technical teams and project outcomes.- This role is central to improving team performance, maintaining transparency, and aligning project delivery with strategic business goals. Job Summary- We are seeking an experienced Agile Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of complex FinTech solutions (TDS/GST compliance) from our Nagpur center. The role requires strong Program Management skills, Proficiency in Agile and Scrum methodologies, and Proven capability in Team Management to mentor and coordinate cross-functional teams. - Key responsibilities include ensuring timely delivery of technical deliverables, facilitating high-quality communication with internal/external stakeholders, leveraging - Strong Analytical Skills to track project metrics and identify process improvements, and ensuring project alignment with core business goals, ideally with prior experience in the taxation or financial services domain.Key Responsibilities and Technical Deliverables:Agile Execution and Process Governance:- Manage agile projects by serving as the Scrum Lead or coach, ensuring adherence to Agile and Scrum methodologies and maintaining the integrity of the Scrum framework across the team.- Lead teams to meet project milestones, fostering a culture of continuous delivery and technical excellence within the software development center.- Proficiency in Agile and Scrum methodologies, with a thorough understanding of related tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps) to track progress, manage backlogs, and generate metrics.- Focus on improving team performance through coaching, process optimization, and facilitating continuous improvement efforts (retrospectives, learning increments).Program Management and Strategic Alignment:- Demonstrate Expertise in Program Management by planning, executing, and monitoring the delivery of multiple, interconnected projects, ensuring solutions are delivered within scope and deadlines.- Apply Consulting skills to align project delivery with business goals related to taxation compliance and financial services, providing strategic recommendations to leaders.- Translates strategic objectives into executable work streams, managing dependencies and risks across the program portfolio.Team Leadership and Communication:- Exhibit Proven capability in Team Management, including mentoring, guiding, and coordinating diverse, cross-functional team members (developers, analysts, QA) to achieve common goals.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (internal development, external compliance teams) and oversee project execution to ensure seamless integration.- Employ Excellent Communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration and ensure high-quality communication with both internal (technical leads) and external (client, stakeholder) teams.Metrics and Improvement:Utilize Strong Analytical Skills to evaluate project metrics (e.g., velocity, burn-down, cycle time), track performance, and identify areas of improvement in processes and project execution to maintain transparency. Mandatory Skills & Qualifications:- Methodology: Proficiency in Agile and Scrum methodologies and related tools.- Management: Expertise in Program Management (planning, execution, delivery).- Leadership: Proven capability in Team Management (mentoring, coordination).- Analysis: Strong Analytical Skills (project metrics, performance tracking).- Education: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Technology, or a related field. (ref:iimjobs.com)