Agile Coach

Company Description
Are you passionate about fostering team collaboration and driving process improvements in an IT environment? Do you excel in guiding and mentoring teams towards continuous improvement? If so, seize the opportunity to become an Agile Coach and be part of our Coaching team.

We have recently relaunched our scaled agile framework, including 4 new Agile Release Trains. As our organization continues to evolve, our Coaching team is expanding. We are seeking an Agile Coach with a talent for implementing efficient work methods across all organizational levels.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU
As an ambitious and high-performing Agile Coach, you will play a key role in our Coaching team, which operates within the Business Agility department. The Business Agility Department comprises experts handling agile practices and test quality management. Furthermore, we work closely with the Portfolio management office to support our Lean Portfolio processes.

Furthermore, we offer you:

• The opportunity to work in a dynamic international company that prioritizes growth, expansion, and personal development
• A supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages learning from experienced colleagues at all levels
• Excellent work-life balance
• The chance to be part of a diverse team of Agile Coaches with a wide range of expertise and experience
• Interaction with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Join us on a transformative journey and contribute positively to our organization. Apply now and embark on a rewarding career with us!

WHAT YOUR NEXT JOB WILL BE ABOUT
The focus of the Coach team is to operationalize the Agile@JYSK Framework and refining both strategic and tactical aspects.

You will primarily collaborate with Agile Teams at the operational level, supporting the implementation of the Agile@JYSK Playbook within Agile Release Trains and Teams. Additionally, you will address tactical and strategic changes to eliminate barriers in our global delivery organization.

The Business Agility Department supports the entire value chain, from purchasing to delivery at our customers' homes, with IT playing a crucial role in this end-to-end journey. Together with Test Managers, Scrum Masters, and Release Train Engineers, you will breathe life into the Agile@JYSK playbook and methodologies, ensuring their adoption throughout the organization.

Your responsibilities in this role include:

• Providing guidance to multiple teams at different maturity levels, empowering them to take ownership and achieve high performance
• Mentoring core agile roles to support their development in their positions professional growth
• Promoting consistent work methodologies across the organisation
• Building an understanding of agile development, including fundamental principles and Scrum/KANBAN concepts
• Contributing to the refinement of the Agile@JYSK playbook in collaboration with other Coaches, integrating insights from Agile Release Trains and Teams
• To excel in this position, you may have a background as an Agile Coach, Scrum Master, IT Project Manager, or Management Consultant, where leadership, agility, and change management are central to your skillset.

You can read more about our department here

WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING
Prior to joining JYSK in this role you might have been an Agile Coach, Scrum Master, Release Train Engineer or similar Agile-related role.

Furthermore, we are looking for a new colleague who:

• Has solid experience in (scaled) agile practices
• Brings a minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Scrum master or in a similar Agile-related role
• Experience with the collaboration between Business and IT is advantageous
• Demonstrates strong communication skills, capable of promoting Agile Values and principles across different organizational levels
• Has hands-on experience with organizational transformations and implementations, preferably in agile environments
• Is able to translate theory into practice with a pragmatic approach to theory and methods
• Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with fluency in English (knowledge of Danish is a plus)
• Is decisive and results-driven, with the ability to adapt to changing conditions
• Preferably holds a master's degree in Business, IT, Communications, or a related field

Job Description
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Additional Information
IS THIS YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY? Apply today!
If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Agile Coach Team Leader, Kate Nørager Jensen, +45 6038 9010.

Send us a brief application with your CV by clicking “Apply”. We process applications on an ongoing basis and complete the recruitment once we have found the right candidate.

ABOUT US
We believe that our employees are key to our success going from one store in 1979 to more than 3,300 stores worldwide today. That is why we strive to offer development and possibilities of growing within JYSK, and we also take pride in rewarding engagement and a great effort among our employees. Our three fundamental JYSK Values – Tradesman, Colleague and Corporate Spirit – express the behaviour and attitude that we can expect from each other. We trust each other, and we believe in delegation and freedom with responsibility.

JYSK wants to include everyone, no matter the age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and experience. Together, we secure our inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. Because a great mix of minds, talents and unique personalities makes us a stronger team.

For more information, please visit our career page.