IT Project Manager (Level 4) with Scrum Master Experience

Assignment Overview:

Our client is seeking a Senior Technical Project Manager with strong Scrum Master (ScM) expertise to support multiple large-scale IT initiatives. These initiatives are driven by new regulatory requirements, including anti-money laundering frameworks, digital identity solutions, digital reporting systems, and crime prevention programs.

The assignment requires strengthening the client’s IT capabilities while optimizing and reprioritizing existing resources. The selected consultant will operate in a dual capacity—leading major IT projects while also supporting agile teams as a Scrum Master.

Key Responsibilities:

As IT Project Manager:

• Lead and oversee large-scale IT programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Plan, execute, and monitor project timelines, resources, and deliverables
• Coordinate multiple teams and facilitate cross-team collaboration (e.g., Scrum of Scrums)
• Identify interdependencies, risks, and bottlenecks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Prepare project documentation including budgets, forecasts, and decision-making materials
• Manage stakeholder expectations and maintain effective communication channels
• Collaborate with external vendors, suppliers, and relevant authorities

As Scrum Master:

• Guide agile teams to ensure adherence to Scrum principles and practices
• Foster team collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Support team capacity planning and delivery performance
• Monitor and optimize workflow efficiency (velocity, sprint progress, etc.)
• Ensure alignment with IT Service Management processes (incident, problem, and lifecycle management)

Working Methodology:

• Agile and iterative delivery model
• SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) as the guiding framework
• High level of team autonomy and accountability

Technology & Tools:

• Jira
• Confluence

Required Skills:

• Project Management (PM)
• Agile & Scrum Methodologies
• SAFe Framework
• IT Service Management (ITSM)
• SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle)
• AML (Anti-Money Laundering) knowledge
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills

Language Requirements:

• Swedish – Proficient (Mandatory)
• English – Proficient

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Capability to handle complex and sensitive environments
• Must be eligible for security clearance (required for both consultant and supplier)

Experience Required:

• Senior-level experience in IT Project Management
• Strong hands-on experience as a Scrum Master in agile environments
• Proven experience working in large-scale IT initiatives and cross-functional environments

Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred)

Work Scope:

• 40 hours per week (Full-time)
• Flexibility in workload may be adjusted based on project needs

Job Mode:

Hybrid (Up to 50–60% Remote, based on client requirements)

Other Information:

• The consultant must be based in Sweden
• The client may require on-site presence when necessary

Application Method: Interested candidates can apply by sending their profile to hr@semiconservicenordic.com