Scrum Master/Technical Project Manager

Job Title Scrum Master/Technical Project Manager
Location Birmingham

Corporate Title Vice President

eDiscovery Services and Archiving Technology is a sub domain of the Chief Information Office Corporate Functions (CIO CF), which is part of the Technology, Data, and Innovation (TDI) division. The domain supports the retention, preservation, and retrieval of electronically stored information to enable Deutsche Bank (DB) to meet its Compliance and Legal obligations. The  domain and sit in the Archiving Technology Team, which designs, implements, and operates solutions that enable the organization to retain data and records required to comply with the laws and regulations of the jurisdictions in which it operates.
 

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master / Technical Project Manager with a consultancy background, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and a track record of managing multiple complex projects simultaneously. The successful candidate will also bring strong communication and interpersonal skills to drive program delivery and executive engagement.

What we’ll offer you

A healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce are better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. That’s why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its centre.

You can expect:  

• Hybrid Working - we understand that employee expectations and preferences are changing. We have implemented a model that enables eligible employees to work remotely for a part of their working time and reach a working pattern that works for them
• Competitive salary and non-contributory pension
• 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• Life Assurance and Private Healthcare for you and your family
• A range of flexible benefits including Retail Discounts, a Bike4Work scheme and Gym benefits
• The opportunity to support a wide ranging CSR programme + 2 days’ volunteering leave per year

Your key responsibilities

• Serving as Scrum Master and/or Project Manager for major programmes, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery
• Leading agile ceremonies, managing project backlogs, and driving continuous improvement and overseeing and coordinating multiple concurrent projects across business and technology teams
• Owning and managing project plans, risk logs, resource allocation, executive reporting, and decision-making processes
• Preparing and presenting executive-level PowerPoint materials that clearly articulate programme progress, risks, and strategic decisions
• Engaging and influencing cross-functional stakeholders including Legal, Compliance, Technology and senior leadership
• Fostering a collaborative team environment and serving as a key liaison across workstreams and ensuring strong governance, financial control, and alignment with broader programme goals

Your skills and experience

• Experience in Financial Services or Technology with a proven track record of delivering large-scale, cross-functional programmes
• Consultancy background desired, bringing a structured, analytical approach to delivery and the ability to thrive in complex, fast-paced, and ambiguous environments
• Interpersonal skills – able to build trust, influence stakeholders, and navigate matrixed organisations
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously and deliver against tight deadlines
• PowerPoint and presentation skills – confident producing high-impact, executive-ready materials
• Solid understanding of both agile (e.g. Scrum ) and traditional delivery methodologies and proficient in JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint

How we’ll support you

• Training and development to help you excel in your career
• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs
• We value diversity and as an equal opportunities’ employer, we make reasonable adjustments for those with a disability such as the provision of assistive equipment if required (e.g. screen readers, assistive hearing devices, adapted keyboards)

Please note the expected salary for some roles may be below the minimum level requirements to support candidates who require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK. Should you already have a Skilled Worker visa and are identified for a role, we can discuss and support you with the process

About us

Deutsche Bank is the leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network. Click here to see what we do.

Deutsche Bank in the UK is proud to have been named in The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024 for five consecutive years. Additionally, we have been awarded a Gold Award from Stonewall and named in their Top 100 Employers 2024 for our work supporting LGBTQ+ inclusion.

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.