Scrum Master

As part of an exciting digital transformation, the University of Surrey is seeking a Scrum Master.

This role supports agile delivery within IT Services, assisting squads to deliver high-quality outcomes that align with University priorities. It also facilitates agile ceremonies, helps teams and product owners apply agile practices, and assists in identifying and escalating impediments to delivery.

We value, empower and support every member of staff to get the best out of your unique talents, so you’ll be rewarded with a generous salary, 32 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays, pension contribution of 14.5%, and a unique and vibrant working environment.

The Scrum Master works collaboratively with technology and business stakeholders to clarify objectives, monitor risks, and contribute to transparent reporting on progress and value.

The post holder supports cross-team coordination and continuous improvement, promoting customer-centric delivery and a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and excellence in support of the University’s Digital and Data ambitions.

Responsibilities include:

• Facilitate agile ceremonies (e.g., stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) for assigned squads, ensuring agreed processes are followed.
• Support teams in applying agile principles and encourage a culture of iterative improvement and learning.
• Assist with the intake of work into squads, helping to clarify scope and priorities, and supporting the management of dependencies.
• Help identify and escalate blockers, risks, and issues to the Senior Agile Delivery Manager or relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product owners, technical leads, and business stakeholders to support alignment and transparency across initiatives.

The IT team at Surrey are plugged in to the whole University, and our digital transformation work underpins the University’s strategy. IT is growing our digital transformation capability, improving student experience, and helping increase our research impact.

It’s a vibrant and exciting time to join a great and well-respected team at the heart of the University’s strategic plans.

We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.

Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment.

Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer:

• Up to 40 DAYS Holiday: 25 Days annual leave + 7 University Days + Bank Holidays
• Travel & Family benefits including subsidised rail fare, cycle to work scheme and on-site childcare
• Access to on site leisure facilities at discounted rates

The University is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.