Scrum Master/ Agile Project Manager

Beem Credit Union

61d • $92,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The Scrum Master/Agile Project Manager leads cross-functional teams in
delivering high-value solutions through Agile methodologies, while managing
project scope, timelines, and stakeholder expectations. This role champions a
culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement—balancing
servant leadership with structured project governance to drive successful
outcomes with an overall aim to support Beem’s aspirations to be the best
“digital first and people first” financial institution for British Columbia.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a relevant field
• 5 or more years of related experience
• Strong understanding of Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid Agile frameworks
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficiency in Agile tools like Jira, Confluence, or similar

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Agile (e.g., CSM, PMI-ACP, SAFe) and PMP or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies: daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
• Coach team members on Agile best practices, scrum practices and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with product managers/owner to manage product backlogs and prioritize work
• Remove impediments and shield the team from external distractions
• Track sprint progress using tools like Jira
• Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Develop project plans that incorporate elements from both Agile and Waterfall methodologies as appropriate, adapting project management methodologies to achieve the desired outcomes.
• Updates, reports and communicates project progress on a regular and timely basis to appropriate stakeholders.
• Manage risks, issues, dependencies and budget
• Coordinates and performs quality assurance testing and post-implementation reviews to assess success levels, gather feedback and recommend any related process improvements.
• Ensure alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards
• Apply best practices and recommend process improvements in accordance with established business objectives.
• Balance the need for flexibility (Agile) with structured planning (Waterfall).
• Highlights and facilitates actions to uncover and resolve root causes of issues.
• Partners with internal departments to gain understanding of processes, policies, procedures and requirements for each project, and work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and QA.
• Assists and collaborates with other departments in applying the Project Management Office (PMO) standards as required.
• Proactively collaborates with vendors, departments and subject matter experts to resolve anticipated or unexpected issues and ensure the smooth implementation of deliverables.
• Provides leadership and guidance as necessary to team members.
• Coaches, mentors and provide informal feedback to other employees as needed on related topics.
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages transparency and open communication.

Benefits

• We support your well-being with extended health and dental coverage, mental health support, and disability coverage.
• Rest matters. Enjoy vacation and personal days to recharge and take care of life outside of work.
• Plan confidently with generous RRSP contributions, optional employee contributions, and access to in-house financial advice.
• Enjoy free banking, preferred lending and mortgage rates, and other exclusive member benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree