Job Description

Scrum Master

This is a hybrid role with a mix of remote and in-office working.

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

Who We Are

At Fidelity, we’ve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years.  We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we’re constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients.  As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future. 

Working with us means you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

What We Do

The Project Governance Office (PGO) manages the portfolio of projects for Fidelity Investments Canada (FIC), focusing on prioritization efforts in order to meet FIC’s regulatory obligations and strategic business development, and ensure adequate capacity planning for Information Services (IS) and Business resources.

The Scrum Master serves as a facilitator for cross-functional Agile teams working under the Scrum framework. They lead the Scrum Team and collaborate with the Product Owner to deliver technical capabilities to serve the business needs and strategic goals. They coach the Scrum Team, Product Owner and the organization in understanding Scrum theory and practice. They facilitate Scrum ceremonies, such as Sprint Planning, the Daily Scrum, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.

The Scrum Master is accountable for the Scrum Team’s effectiveness by enabling the Scrum Team to improve its practices, within the Scrum framework.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Lead the organization in understanding and adopting Agile Principles and the Scrum Framework. Help business nd technology teams identify areas of improvement in the Agile

framework adopted by Fidelity Canada:

• Periodic advisory and coaching of the organization on Agile and Scrum Methodologies.

• Continuous improvement reviews of the organization’s effectiveness at adopting Agile and Scrum.

• Ongoing support and the removal of barriers between stakeholders and Scrum Teams.

Partner with the Product Owner for the Scrum Team to ensure the Scrum Team has enough

information to turn a product backlog item into a potentially releasable / implementable item.

Assist the Product Owner in building an effective “Product” (i.e. business system / application)

goal definition:

• Clear and concise Product goal definition and backlog items that the Scrum Team can easily understand and act upon.
• Address impediments related to unclear backlog items or changing scope.
• Facilitate stakeholder collaboration across business and technology teams.

Establish or form Scrum teams as necessitated by initiatives / projects related to existing or

new Products and in collaboration with the Product Owner:

• Documented Scrum Team roles and responsibilities.
• Identified skillsets required to deliver on the Product Goal through properly resourced Scrum Teams.

Lead the Scrum Team to deliver on Product backlog items within a defined timebox, accounting

for the Scrum Team’s effectiveness by enabling the team to improve its practices, within the

Scrum framework.

• Periodic reporting of Scrum Team performance through well-defined Key Performance Indicators (e.g. burn-down / burn-up charts, velocity, etc.), value generation, and taking into consideration feedback from the Scrum Team, Product Owner, and key stakeholders. Other duties as assigned.
• Timely completion of other assigned tasks.

What We’re Looking For

• College Diploma in Accounting / Financial / Business Management or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience.

• Must Have: Certified Scrum Master or Professional Scrum Master certification.
• Nice to Have: Advanced Scrum Master or Professional Scrum Master II certification.

What You Will Bring

• Extensive experience in leading business and systems delivery teams using Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• In-depth knowledge of Agile and Scrum framework, principles, and processes.
• Strong coaching and leadership skills.
• Team focused with ability to teach teams how to be self-organized.
• Adaptable to change and comfortable with transparency, inspection, and adaption.
• Comfortable working with multiple teams.
• Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships with cross divisional teams, senior management, and internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work with cross divisional teams, senior management, and internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Creative thinker with a vision.
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, and Excel); working knowledge of software development.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at [email protected].

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at [email protected].

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work at Fidelity?

We are proud to be recipients of the following:

Awards

•    Canada's Top 100 Employers 
o    Greater Toronto's Top Employers 
o    Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers 
o    Canada's Top Employers for Young People 
  
•    Great Place To Work® Certified 
o    Best Workplaces for Inclusion 
o    Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness 
o    Best Workplaces for Today's Youth 
o    Best Workplaces for Women 
o    Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance 
o    Best Workplaces in Ontario 
o    Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams 

•    LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada
  
•    Human Resource Director (HRD) - Best Place To Work 
o    HRD - 5-Star Benefit Program 
o    HRD - 5-Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer 

Designations
•    Canadian Compassionate Companies – Certified 
•    Benefits Canada's Workplace Benefits Award - Future of Work Strategy 
•    TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award - Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting 
•    Canadian HR Reporter's Most Innovative HR Team