Agile Delivery Manager, Entain
Plus regular bonus and a stake in our success through our ShareSave scheme
Sports betting and gaming entertainment provider
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Sports betting and gaming entertainment provider
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
Plus regular bonus and a stake in our success through our ShareSave scheme
1001+ employees
Company mission
To lead the change in sports betting, gaming and interactive entertainment.
Role
Who you are
- In depth understanding of the product lifecycle and delivery of business outcomes
- Proficient in all aspects of delivery including selection of framework to use
- Good understanding of Agile Methodologies. Can select a set of adaptive and collaborative approaches to product and project management that prioritize flexibility, customer involvement, and iterative progress
- Experienced in Continuous Improvement, the ability to systematically identify, analyze, and implement incremental enhancements and optimizations in processes, practices, and products, fostering a culture of ongoing learning and refinement within an organization
- Previous experience of organisational transformation and change management
- A good understanding of Governance & Assurance, and the ability to apply organisational policies and procedures to manage and control organisation processes
- Well-versed in conflict resolution; resolves customer conflicts and identifies, remediates potential areas of risk. Investigating, documenting, and resolving conflicts and issues
- Uses data to solve complex problems. Can interpret and communicate complex data sets presenting findings in a clear, concise, and organised manner to inform decision-making, support problem-solving, and facilitate understanding among relevant stakeholders
- Well-versed in removing impediments. Identifies, evaluates and manages interference, obstacles and potential risks that have a negative impact on the sprints' velocity or overall performance
- Good knowledge of organisational strategy and how that relates to their own teams vision, mission, strategy and OKRs
- Solid understanding of how to drive value outcomes in teams
What the job involves
- The Agile Delivery Manager supports the pillars at sub domain level
- They are focused on value delivery and outcomes
- They use a raft of data and metrics to detect trends, identify patterns and solve problem
- They partner with Engineering and Product to reduce waste to help teams to achieve Autonomy, Accountability and Alignment to value outcomes.
- Lead, mentor, and coach a team of Agile Leads
- Is recognised as an expert in agile delivery across the product and technology organisation
- Reviews and develops processes, methodologies, and agile best practices for product and project delivery, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and quality.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration between pillar sub domains to promote knowledge sharing, innovation, and the identification of opportunities for cross-functional improvement.
- Analyse performance metrics and KPIs to identify trends and areas for continuous improvement.
- An expert problem solver; deploying a range of mechanisms to identify, analyse and drive out resolutions
- Supports the definition, documentation and execution of small projects or sub-projects, agreeing and reviewing project approach, engagement and communications plans and quality and performance criteria with project partners.
- Supports complex sub domain projects, coordinating analysis, delivery, recommendation and implementation whilst ensuring governance is maintained.
- Supports issue escalations, dependencies and project changes, ensuring timely intervention and communication to stakeholders.
- Proactively identifies and manages risk through regular assessment and diligent execution of controls and mitigations, proactively raising any concerns
- Supports the development, documentation and implementation of projects and change initiatives in line with Entain Group policies and strategies, defining and maintaining realistic project plans and tracking progress against agreed quality and performance criteria.
- Supports timely reporting on project performance and where decision making is required, providing all information needed to enable well-informed decision making.
- Ensures 3rd party project delivery activity complies with the commercial obligations, risks and interdependencies defined within external delivery contract for their projects.
- Laser focused on delivery
- Develop and communicate clear goals and objectives for the team aligned to our business strategy
- Recruit, develop, and retain top talent, actively coaching the team to develop and grow, creating development opportunities as they arise
- Create a positive and productive work environment that motivates and inspires people to perform their best work
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Entain stands as a prominent global player in the sports betting and gaming industry, operating within the expansive realm of entertainment. Engaging in diverse facets of sports betting, gaming, and interactive entertainment, the company boasts ownership and management of a varied portfolio featuring renowned brands like Bwin, Coral, Foxy, and Ladbrokes.
At the core of its services, Entain facilitates sports betting, enabling users to wager on a multitude of sporting events. Additionally, the company offers an array of gaming services encompassing casino games, poker, and various interactive entertainment options. Leveraging advanced technological capabilities, Entain is uniquely positioned to deliver an unparalleled and sophisticated user experience.
The company's strategic prowess is evident through key partnerships, notably with MGM Resorts International, exemplifying its concerted efforts to establish a significant presence in the US market. Entain continues to navigate industry complexities, underpinned by its diverse brand portfolio, cutting-edge technology, and strategic collaborations.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
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Company benefits
- Private medical insurance
- Pension Scheme
- Sharesave Scheme
- Paid subscription to the mental wellbeing app Unmind
- Entain & Enhance days – 2 paid days off to focus on you professional or personal development
Company values
- Do what’s right
- Go beyond
- Keep it Simple
- Win together
Company HQ
Stratford, London, UK
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Leadership
Gavin Isaacs
(CEO)Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Entain
- Levelling the playing field. At Entain we do what’s right. It’s one of our core values. Which is why we’re taking the lead when it comes to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive future - for our people, the wider sports betting industry, and society beyond. Our purpose at Entain is to bring moments of excitement into people’s lives. But none of this would be possible without our people working at their best. To achieve that, we’re creating an environment where everyone can feel psychologically safe, included and heard. Where being accepted for who you are is a given. Here, we celebrate individual differences, and make sure everyone is supported, and empowered, to thrive.
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