Agile Coach

The Future Begins Here

At Takeda, we are creating a future-ready organization that uses data and digital to meet the needs of patients, our people, and the planet. We need your help to make this happen. Join our new Innovation Capability Center (ICC) in Bratislava, Slovakia.

At Takeda we Unite in Diversity

Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, where individuals are recognized for the diverse backgrounds and abilities they bring to our company. We are continually improving workplace experience and accessibility for everyone, and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as an important contributor to our diverse team. 

The Opportunity

Takeda’s Agile coaches supportthe implementation of Takeda’s Agile Framework (TAF) and oversee the development of Agile teams to ensure effective outcomes for the organization. This opportunity is afixed-termcontract for maximum 3 years.

Responsibilities

• GuideAgile teams as they use Takeda’s Agile Framework to adopt new ways of working through multiple Agile methodologies, including Kanban, Agile Scrum and SAFe. 

• Advisetechnical leads on staffing, mobilizing, activating, and sustaining Agile teams. 

• Coach and Mentor Product Managers/Owners, Scrum Masters, and team members as they work to improve team dynamics, velocity, psychological safety, and delivery of value. 

• Aid Scrum Masters and Agile team members in the use of Jira, Confluence, and other internally supported tools to manage Agile projects. 

• Assess best practices and determine necessary adjustments to improve team agility.

• SupportProduct Managers and Functional/Chapter leads to maximize team effectiveness through structures that incorporate best Agile/Lean practices. 

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, or other relevant work experience.

• 8+ years of experience within a Lean/Agile development environment.

• 4+ yearsof experience working as an Agile Coach, leading organizational transformations.

• Extensive experience in managing senior stakeholders, including senior managers and C-band executives.

• Thorough understanding of OKRs,Scrum, Kanban, and/or SAFe methodologies.

• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, and ability to reach audiences of all levels of a large global organization.

• Experience developing learning content using recognized instructional design methodologies.

• Business mindset coupled with intense intellectual curiosity.

• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships and to influence others to move toward common goals.

• Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations.

• Demonstrated knowledge or interest in digital technologies.

• Understanding of latest digital trends and direction of digital innovation.

• Knowledge of Jira, Microsoft Word, SharePoint and PowerPoint.

• Proficiency in English language. 

Preferred

• Healthcare and Life Sciences industry experience desired

• Industry-recognized Agile and / or DevOps Qualifications, 

• Preferred Technical Degree (or equivalent experience)

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What Takeda Can Offer You

At Takeda, you may build your career, while contributing to better people’s lives. Expect trust driven culture built around Integrity, Fairness, Honesty and Perseverance. Joining ICC will give you access to high end technology, training and colleagues who will support your growth.

Salary

As a motivated employee, you should be compensated appropriately. The minimum salary for this position is € 4466,66 per month (full time), but your final remuneration package may be higher depending on your qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Here are a few benefits our employees are enjoying at Takeda. To get a full picture of what we are offering, follow this link.

• Cafeteria
• Medical - High standard medical care
• Bridge days
• Summer Hours
• Multisport Card

Your application and any and all conversations that occur with the recruiter, HR, and the hiring manager as part of that application will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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