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HR Scrum Manager

The HR Scrum manager acts as a facilitator, a coach, and a champion for the Agile way of working in an HR team. They are responsible for moderating and facilitating the meetings of the Agile team, as well as any other interactions they might have.
HR Role family: Solution architect
Salary range: $74,000 - 91,000Gross salary range estimation based on US salary benchmark data collected in 2022
Work experience: 1-3 yearsAverage minimum year of (relevant) work experience required for this role.

Key Responsibilities

Implement Scrum methodologies and principles in HR to drive efficiency and continuous improvement
Identify and mitigate risks to effective HR delivery
Develop and maintain project documentation, including project plans, sprint backlogs, and user stories

Skills & Competencies

Analytics Translation
Data-Driven
Develops and Coaches
Driven Results
HR Operations and Administration
HR Technology and Digital
Manages Conflict
Sets direction
Solves Problems
Understands Customers

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HR Project Manager
Shared Services Manager
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Head of Digital HR
Head of Employee Experience
HR Scrum Manager
HR Operations Manager
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Shared Services Manager
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People Analytics

Intermediate | 38 hours

Develop a full analytics skill set to lead with data-driven HR

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Entry-Level | 7 hours

Gain the skills and knowledge you need to create an effective digital HR strategy.

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Job Description Template: HR Scrum Manager

The HR Scrum Manager will be responsible for managing the implementation of agile methodologies in the human resources function, with a focus on driving efficient and effective HR processes and programs. The HR Scrum Manager will lead cross-functional teams in the delivery of HR initiatives, leveraging Scrum methodologies and principles.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement Scrum methodologies and principles in the HR function, driving process efficiencies and continuous improvement
  • Manage the delivery of HR initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes
  • Lead Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring that team members understand their roles and responsibilities
  • Identify and mitigate risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that project deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
  • Communicate project progress, including risks and issues, to stakeholders and senior management
  • Develop and maintain project documentation, including project plans, sprint backlogs, and user stories
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team members to share ideas and insights for process improvements
  • Train and coach team members on Scrum methodologies and principles, ensuring that team members have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively

Key Performance Indicators:

  • Successful implementation of Scrum methodologies in the HR function
  • Timely and effective delivery of HR initiatives
  • Consistent achievement of project objectives and milestones
  • Effective communication with stakeholders and senior management
  • High levels of team engagement and productivity
  • Continuous improvement of HR processes and programs

Key Skills:

  • Strong knowledge and experience of Scrum methodologies and principles
  • Project management skills, including the ability to plan, execute, and deliver projects on time and within budget
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders and effectively communicate project progress and status
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate project risks and issues
  • Strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve their goals
  • Knowledge of human resources processes and programs, with the ability to apply Scrum methodologies to HR initiatives

Detailed Responsibilities & Tasks

  • Implement Scrum methodologies and principles in the HR function, driving process efficiencies and continuous improvement
  • Manage the delivery of HR initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes
  • Lead Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring that team members understand their roles and responsibilities
  • Identify and mitigate risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that project deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
  • Communicate project progress, including risks and issues, to stakeholders and senior management
  • Develop and maintain project documentation, including project plans, sprint backlogs, and user stories
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team members to share ideas and insights for process improvements
  • Train and coach team members on Scrum methodologies and principles, ensuring that team members have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively

Detailed Skills Description

  • Scrum methodology expertise: The HR Scrum Master should be knowledgeable about Scrum principles, practices, and frameworks, and be able to apply them effectively to the HR function.
  • Human resource management knowledge: A strong understanding of human resource management practices and procedures, including talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, and compliance requirements.
  • Agile project management: Ability to facilitate agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, and help the team to achieve sprint goals and objectives.
  • Strong communication: The HR Scrum Master should be an effective communicator, capable of building relationships, influencing stakeholders, and communicating progress, risks, and issues to senior management and project sponsors.
  • Leadership skills: The HR Scrum Master should be able to lead the team, mentor and coach team members, and help to build a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
  • Problem-solving skills: The HR Scrum Master should be able to identify and solve problems that arise during the project, and be able to facilitate team discussions and brainstorming sessions to identify solutions.
  • Technical skills: Knowledge of HR technology systems and tools, such as HRIS, ATS, LMS, and talent management systems, and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues that arise during the project.

KPIs for this role

  • Delivery of HR projects on time and within budget: The HR Scrum Manager should ensure that the HR projects are delivered on time and within the allocated budget. This KPI measures the efficiency of the HR Scrum Manager in managing the project timeline and resources.
  • Stakeholder satisfaction: The HR Scrum Manager should ensure that the stakeholders, including HR team members, other departments, and management, are satisfied with the delivery of HR projects. This KPI measures the effectiveness of the HR Scrum Manager in meeting stakeholder expectations.
  • Improvement in HR processes: The HR Scrum Manager should continuously improve the HR processes to increase efficiency, productivity, and quality. This KPI measures the effectiveness of the HR Scrum Manager in identifying and implementing process improvements.