Delivery Lead (Agile) – 12-Month FTC
Manchester-based | £50,000 - £55,000 per annum | Hybrid
Bedigital is an award-winning, modern technology services consultancy that partners with Enterprise Organisations to drive digital transformation. We combine human expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver strategic solutions that optimise digital estates and help businesses thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape.
We are looking for an experienced Delivery Lead to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC), supporting a large UK Government digital transformation project. This role requires someone with a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, strong leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional technical teams within a sprint-based environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the effective delivery of complex digital services that align with Government Digital Service (GDS) standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate Agile delivery teams to ensure timely and high-quality project outcomes.
* Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
* Work closely with stakeholders, Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Technical Architects to prioritise backlogs, define clear roadmaps, and translate technical progress into actionable business updates.
* Ensure alignment with GDS service standards and drive Agile best practices across teams.
* Identify and mitigate risks, manage dependencies, and proactively resolve blockers.
* Promote a culture of continuous improvement, coaching teams to enhance Agile delivery capabilities.
* Maintain governance, reporting, and stakeholder engagement to ensure project success.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as a Delivery Lead, Agile Delivery Manager, or Scrum Master in UK Government or large-scale public sector digital programmes.
* Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies (e.g. Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and tools such as Jira.
* Understanding of Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and experience working in regulated or secure environments.
* Experience managing technical teams delivering complex digital and technology projects.
* Ability to effectively engage and communicate with senior stakeholders, translating technical progress into clear business updates.
Desirable Skills
* Experience working with technical debt and legacy systems.
* SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain it.
* Candidates based in Northwest England preferred, but applications from across the UK are welcome.
Why Join Us?
* Work on high-impact public sector projects that directly benefit UK citizens.
* Join a collaborative, Agile-driven work culture with a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
* Gain exposure to cutting-edge digital transformation initiatives in government.
* Competitive benefits, including private healthcare, flexible working, 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), and a £150 birthday meal voucher.
* Regular quarterly socials and access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing 24/7 support, medical advice, and online CBT.
* Opportunity to extend or transition into a permanent role beyond the initial 12-month contract.
If you are a pragmatic and results-driven Agile Delivery Lead looking for an opportunity to shape digital services within government, we’d love to hear from you!