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DescriptionThe Bank of England is the UK's central bank. Our mission is to deliver monetary and financial stability for the British people.The Bank of England is a diverse organisation. Each of its 4,000 plus people are committed to public service and dedicated to promoting the good of the people of the United Kingdom by maintaining monetary and financial stability.Department OverviewOur Division helps the Bank to make the best use of data and analytics to achieve that. Pretty much everything the Bank does depends critically on the use of data and analytics, and the Bank has made our work a strategic priority. We have support from the Governor down and across the Bank, and a big increase in funding. As part of our team, you will contribute to outcomes of national importance today, while preparing the Bank to face the challenges of tomorrow.We have lots of opportunities for people who want to grow. We are still a start-up: created two years ago, doubled in size last year, doubling again this year. We need people to contribute their ideas, be entrepreneurial, and take the lead on new areas of work. You can gain broad exposure to the various parts of the Bank, giving you the option to move to other roles within the Bank in future.We have a supportive culture that empowers people to be the best they can. This culture is reflected in staff survey results. Staff in our division tell us we are particularly good at giving recognition, praise and useful feedback, with [80]% of staff saying they would recommend their manager to others.How do you know if our team is a good fit for you?You areFocussed on what makes a differenceCollaborative and inclusiveCommitted to iteration and incremental improvementYou likeCreating great products and services that make people’s lives easierSeizing opportunities and solving problemsLearning, honing your skills, and gaining new skillsData and analytics!You knowWhat can be achieved by using data and analyticsWhat must be done to use data and analytics effectivelyJob descriptionWe are looking for an experienced Planning and Delivery Lead/Agile Coach to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing agile coaching to several work streams, defining and managing consistent demand management across those teams, and building and maintaining a single overarching roadmap across our organization.Key Responsibilities:Design the model for delivering data analytics change for the Bank, applying (pragmatically) ‘scaled agile’ principles, identifying high level changes to process, use of tools, and any changes to people / roles and responsibilities to adopt the new modelWork closely with cross-functional teams to understand and facilitate the documentation of their needs and requirements Provide coaching and guidance to teams on agile methodologies, tools, and techniques, and help them develop and implement their agile practicesDevelop and maintain an overarching roadmap that reflects the priorities and dependencies of all work streams and projects across the organisationCollaborate with stakeholders to manage and prioritise demand across teams, ensuring alignment with the organisation's strategic objectives and prioritiesMonitor and report on the progress of features and epics against the roadmapHelp teams surface and problem solve issues and dependenciesFacilitate meetings and workshops to support planning and delivery, and ensure effective communication and collaboration across teamsIdentify opportunities to improve delivery processes and practices, and support the adoption of continuous improvement practicesSet the focus for and manage the Digital Insight Analyst to derive actionable insight from our tools on the delivery of data analytics changesIf you are passionate about driving transformational change through agile practices and have a proven track record of success in planning and delivery, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.Role RequirementsMinimum Criteria Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field or relevant mix of education, qualifications and practical experience.Extensive experience in agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean or equivalentAccreditation in an agile framework or discipline, for example scrum or SAFe or equivalentEssential CriteriaExperience in coaching and mentoring teams on agile practices and principlesStrong experience in demand management, road-mapping, and strategic planningExperience working with cross-functional teams and stakeholdersExcellent communication, collaboration, and facilitation skillsExperience of complex transformation, with a data analytics, technology or digital elementExperience shaping, producing and or delivering communication of business change to stakeholdersExperience of working flexibly and concurrently across several activities or business domainsExperience influencing diverse stakeholder groups and driving pragmatic decisionsExperience planning delivery of change and / or defining a roadmap for change, and managing delivery of those plans / roadmapsDesirable CriteriaFinancial services and / or public sector experience or equivalentExperience of user journey mapping and / or service designExperience with JIRA, Confluence and Miro (or other whiteboarding tools)#LI-RA2QualificationsOur Approach to InclusionThe Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, ****** orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it’s by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we’ll continue to make the best decisions for the public.We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns. We've also partnered with external organisations to support us in making adjustments for candidates and employees in the recruitment process where they're needed.For most roles where work can be carried out at home, we aim for colleagues to spend half of their time in the office, with a minimum of 40% per month. Subject to that minimum requirement, individuals and managers should work together to find what works best for them, their team and stakeholders.Finally, we're proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme. You can find more information on what this means here. If you wish to apply under this scheme, you should check the box in the ‘Candidate Personal Information’ under the ‘Disability Confident Scheme’ section of the application.Salary and Benefits InformationThis specific role offers a base salary of circa 62,700 - 7+,470 per annum (depending on skills and experience) on a full-time basis. We encourage flexible working, part time working and job share arrangements. Part time salary and benefits will be on a pro-rated basis as appropriate.In addition, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package as detailed below:• A non-contributory, career average pension giving you a guaranteed retirement benefit of 1/+5th of your annual salary for every year worked. There is the option to increase your pension (to 1/50th) or decrease (to 1/120th) in exchange for salary through our flexible benefits programme each year.• A discretionary performance award based on a current award pool.• A 7% benefits allowance with the option to take as salary or purchase a wide range of flexible benefits. (Note that from April 2026 and for the Benefits year 2026/24, this will increase to 8%) • 26 days’ annual leave with option to buy up to 12 additional days through flexible benefits. • Private medical insurance and income protection.National Security Vetting ProcessEmployment in this role will be subject to the National Security Vetting clearance process (and typically can take between 6 to 12 weeks post offer) and the passing of additional Bank security checks in accordance with the Bank policy. Further information regarding the vetting and security clearance requirements for the role will be provided to the successful applicant, and information about how the Bank processes personal data for these purposes, is set out in the Bank’s Privacy Notice at Privacy and the Bank of England | Bank of England.The Application ProcessImportant: Please ensure that you complete the ‘work history’ section and answer ALL the application questions fully. All candidate applications are anonymised to ensure that our hiring managers will not be able to see your personal information, including your CV, when reviewing your application details at the screening stage. It’s therefore really important that you fill out the work history and application form questions, as your answers will form a critical part of the initial selection process.The closing date for applications is +th August.The assessment process will comprise of two stages. Please apply online, ensuring that you complete your work history and answer ALL the application questions fully and in detail as your application will not be considered if all mandatory questions are not fully completed.Job Field: ResearchOrganization: 543000 - DATA STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION
DescriptionThe Bank of England is the UK's central bank. Our mission is to deliver monetary and financial stability for the British people.The Bank of England is a diverse organisation. Each of its 4,000 plus people are committed to public service and dedicated to promoting the good of the people of the United Kingdom by maintaining monetary and financial stability.Department OverviewOur Division helps the Bank to make the best use of data and analytics to achieve that. Pretty much everything the Bank does depends critically on the use of data and analytics, and the Bank has made our work a strategic priority. We have support from the Governor down and across the Bank, and a big increase in funding. As part of our team, you will contribute to outcomes of national importance today, while preparing the Bank to face the challenges of tomorrow.We have lots of opportunities for people who want to grow. We are still a start-up: created two years ago, doubled in size last year, doubling again this year. We need people to contribute their ideas, be entrepreneurial, and take the lead on new areas of work. You can gain broad exposure to the various parts of the Bank, giving you the option to move to other roles within the Bank in future.We have a supportive culture that empowers people to be the best they can. This culture is reflected in staff survey results. Staff in our division tell us we are particularly good at giving recognition, praise and useful feedback, with [80]% of staff saying they would recommend their manager to others.How do you know if our team is a good fit for you?You areFocussed on what makes a differenceCollaborative and inclusiveCommitted to iteration and incremental improvementYou likeCreating great products and services that make people’s lives easierSeizing opportunities and solving problemsLearning, honing your skills, and gaining new skillsData and analytics!You knowWhat can be achieved by using data and analyticsWhat must be done to use data and analytics effectivelyJob descriptionWe are looking for an experienced Planning and Delivery Lead/Agile Coach to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing agile coaching to several work streams, defining and managing consistent demand management across those teams, and building and maintaining a single overarching roadmap across our organization.Key Responsibilities:Design the model for delivering data analytics change for the Bank, applying (pragmatically) ‘scaled agile’ principles, identifying high level changes to process, use of tools, and any changes to people / roles and responsibilities to adopt the new modelWork closely with cross-functional teams to understand and facilitate the documentation of their needs and requirements Provide coaching and guidance to teams on agile methodologies, tools, and techniques, and help them develop and implement their agile practicesDevelop and maintain an overarching roadmap that reflects the priorities and dependencies of all work streams and projects across the organisationCollaborate with stakeholders to manage and prioritise demand across teams, ensuring alignment with the organisation's strategic objectives and prioritiesMonitor and report on the progress of features and epics against the roadmapHelp teams surface and problem solve issues and dependenciesFacilitate meetings and workshops to support planning and delivery, and ensure effective communication and collaboration across teamsIdentify opportunities to improve delivery processes and practices, and support the adoption of continuous improvement practicesSet the focus for and manage the Digital Insight Analyst to derive actionable insight from our tools on the delivery of data analytics changesIf you are passionate about driving transformational change through agile practices and have a proven track record of success in planning and delivery, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.Role RequirementsMinimum Criteria Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field or relevant mix of education, qualifications and practical experience.Extensive experience in agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean or equivalentAccreditation in an agile framework or discipline, for example scrum or SAFe or equivalentEssential CriteriaExperience in coaching and mentoring teams on agile practices and principlesStrong experience in demand management, road-mapping, and strategic planningExperience working with cross-functional teams and stakeholdersExcellent communication, collaboration, and facilitation skillsExperience of complex transformation, with a data analytics, technology or digital elementExperience shaping, producing and or delivering communication of business change to stakeholdersExperience of working flexibly and concurrently across several activities or business domainsExperience influencing diverse stakeholder groups and driving pragmatic decisionsExperience planning delivery of change and / or defining a roadmap for change, and managing delivery of those plans / roadmapsDesirable CriteriaFinancial services and / or public sector experience or equivalentExperience of user journey mapping and / or service designExperience with JIRA, Confluence and Miro (or other whiteboarding tools)#LI-RA2QualificationsOur Approach to InclusionThe Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, ****** orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it’s by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we’ll continue to make the best decisions for the public.We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns. We've also partnered with external organisations to support us in making adjustments for candidates and employees in the recruitment process where they're needed.For most roles where work can be carried out at home, we aim for colleagues to spend half of their time in the office, with a minimum of 40% per month. Subject to that minimum requirement, individuals and managers should work together to find what works best for them, their team and stakeholders.Finally, we're proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme. You can find more information on what this means here. If you wish to apply under this scheme, you should check the box in the ‘Candidate Personal Information’ under the ‘Disability Confident Scheme’ section of the application.Salary and Benefits InformationThis specific role offers a base salary of circa 62,700 - 7+,470 per annum (depending on skills and experience) on a full-time basis. We encourage flexible working, part time working and job share arrangements. Part time salary and benefits will be on a pro-rated basis as appropriate.In addition, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package as detailed below:• A non-contributory, career average pension giving you a guaranteed retirement benefit of 1/+5th of your annual salary for every year worked. There is the option to increase your pension (to 1/50th) or decrease (to 1/120th) in exchange for salary through our flexible benefits programme each year.• A discretionary performance award based on a current award pool.• A 7% benefits allowance with the option to take as salary or purchase a wide range of flexible benefits. (Note that from April 2026 and for the Benefits year 2026/24, this will increase to 8%) • 26 days’ annual leave with option to buy up to 12 additional days through flexible benefits. • Private medical insurance and income protection.National Security Vetting ProcessEmployment in this role will be subject to the National Security Vetting clearance process (and typically can take between 6 to 12 weeks post offer) and the passing of additional Bank security checks in accordance with the Bank policy. Further information regarding the vetting and security clearance requirements for the role will be provided to the successful applicant, and information about how the Bank processes personal data for these purposes, is set out in the Bank’s Privacy Notice at Privacy and the Bank of England | Bank of England.The Application ProcessImportant: Please ensure that you complete the ‘work history’ section and answer ALL the application questions fully. All candidate applications are anonymised to ensure that our hiring managers will not be able to see your personal information, including your CV, when reviewing your application details at the screening stage. It’s therefore really important that you fill out the work history and application form questions, as your answers will form a critical part of the initial selection process.The closing date for applications is +th August.The assessment process will comprise of two stages. Please apply online, ensuring that you complete your work history and answer ALL the application questions fully and in detail as your application will not be considered if all mandatory questions are not fully completed.Job Field: ResearchOrganization: 543000 - DATA STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Planning and Delivery Lead position is now open for candidates interested in the Bank Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Bank Jobs is a plus.
