Director of Agile Practices
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About the Role:The Team: Our Agile Practices team is at the forefront of organizational transformation, partnering with technology and business functions across the enterprise to drive agility and innovation. We foster a culture of continuous improvement and servant leadership, working directly with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional business value through proven Agile methodologies.
Responsibilities and Impact: Develop and implement comprehensive Agile strategy and transformation roadmaps that align with organizational goals, driving business transformation initiatives across multiple teams and divisions
Coach and mentor teams and leaders on Agile mindset, principles, and servant leadership, providing hands-on support in adopting and maturing practices, including Scrum, Kanban, SAFe , and Lean methodologies
Engage with senior leadership and stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment between organizational mission, vision, and technology portfolio initiatives, serving as Scrum Master for Portfolio Leadership Team
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Business Owners, Product Management, Analytics, and Lean Portfolio Management, to ensure Agile practices support effective decision-making and value delivery
Establish and monitor metrics, OKRs, and KPIs to measure Agile effectiveness, analyze team performance, and provide actionable insights for enhanced productivity and collaboration
Build and nurture enterprise-wide Agile communities, facilitating workshops, training sessions, and communities of practice to cultivate lean and Agile thinking across the organization, At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
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Requirements
Do you have experience in Scrum?, Do you have a Master's degree?, Bachelor's degree in Business , Information Technology, or a related field; Master's preferred.
10+ years of experience in Agile methodologies, including 5+ years in leadership roles, with a proven track record of leading Agile transformations.
Strong understanding and application of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, Lean, etc.) in corporate environments, along with expertise in software and quality engineering principles.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, demonstrating strong emotional intelligence and the ability to listen and communicate clearly.
Empathetic teacher and coach, able to remain objective and constructive, fostering teamwork and driving necessary improvement actions.
Broad technology experience with management and executive skills; patient, persistent, optimistic, self-motivated, and results driven.
A lifelong learner with curiosity about Agile practices, knowledgeable in systems thinking, design thinking, and organizational behavior .
Proficient in Agile tools and applications, with familiarity in Agile scaling frameworks ( SAFe , LeSS , Nexus, Scrum at Scale, DaD ).
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and lateral thinking skills, with the ability to facilitate constructive debate and resolve conflicts.
Comfortable in ambiguous environments, capable of leading with minimal direction and setting strategic goals based on experience.
Demonstrated depth and breadth of Agile experience and a combination of professional certifications.
Benefits & conditions
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $146,000 to $213,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual's geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications., We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families. Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.
