Associate SCRUM Analyst - Summer 2026 Start

Empower

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them. Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself. Associate SCRUM Analyst – starting Summer 2026 Grow your career with a growing organization Whether they’re helping people reach their long-term financial goals or providing personal wealth management strategies, every associate contributes to changing the lives of those we serve for the better. When it comes to job satisfaction, that’s hard to beat. And from a personal satisfaction perspective, you’ll enjoy the freedom to support causes that matter to you and experience a truly inclusive work environment. Your future starts now. As an Associate SCRUM Analyst, you will support Agile delivery teams and help drive efficient, value-focused execution across projects. Note: this role is a hybrid position based out of Hartford, CT.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 0–2 years of prior relevant experience (internship experience preferred).
• Foundational understanding of Agile principles, Scrum practices, and iterative delivery methods.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills with the ability to engage cross-functional stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and grow within an Agile delivery role.
• Ability to maintain organization, manage competing priorities, and support team productivity.
• A collaborative mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Scrum certification (CSM or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience supporting Agile teams or participating in Agile ceremonies, especially during an internship or co-op.
• Knowledge of multiple Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.) and how to adapt principles to different team environments.
• Proven ability to coach or guide others, even informally, in adopting Agile practices.
• A proactive, team-focused work style with the ability to anticipate needs and help create a positive delivery environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor the scrum process from initiation through delivery, ensuring the team is consistently delivering value in the shortest possible time.
• Serve as a liaison between the product owner, development team, and management to ensure alignment on goals, priorities, and requirements.
• Act as a coach and facilitator for the development team, helping them adopt and execute Agile practices effectively.
• Ensure team members understand sprint and project objectives, encouraging cross-functional accountability, strong collaboration, and iterative progress.
• Maintain the product backlog and release plan, and support productivity by scheduling and facilitating meetings, ceremonies, and team rituals.
• Identify and remove impediments that hinder the team’s ability to achieve sprint goals.
• Foster adaptability within the team and help them respond effectively to changing needs or priorities.
• Perform work assignments of minimal complexity under close supervision, developing skills and experience in Agile delivery environments.
• Carry out assigned tasks as directed, demonstrating growth and emerging professional judgment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) - internal networks that rally around common interest, experiences and identities such as race, ethnicity, gender, ability, military status and sexual orientation. BRGs play a vital role in educating and engaging our people and advancing our business priorities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees