EL1 Scrum Master - Agile Delivery Lead

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Contract
  • AU$600 - AU$602.55 per day

Scrum Master / Agile Delivery Lead (EL1) – Contract

Location: Sydney, NSW (Sydney-based candidates only – remote/hybrid considered)
Contract: 12 months | Full-time
Rate: $602.55 per day (excluding super)
Start: January 2026

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master / Agile Delivery Lead to play a key role in establishing and embedding Agile ways of working within a Learning & Development (L&D) function. This role will lead the development of a fit-for-purpose Agile delivery framework supporting both business-as-usual learning programs and project-based initiatives.

Working closely with L&D teams, product owners and business stakeholders, you will coach teams, facilitate Agile ceremonies and drive continuous improvement to deliver high-quality learning outcomes efficiently and iteratively.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, establish and embed an Agile delivery framework tailored to learning and capability initiatives

  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives

  • Coach and mentor L&D staff to build sustainable Agile capability

  • Partner with product owners and stakeholders to prioritise and manage delivery backlogs

  • Establish delivery tools, metrics, reporting and governance frameworks

  • Identify and remove impediments, managing risks and dependencies

  • Foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams

  • Promote a culture of experimentation, reflection and continuous improvement

  • Provide Agile delivery advice and insights to senior leadership

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Demonstrated experience embedding Agile frameworks in a new or evolving Learning & Development function

  • Experience as a Scrum Master, Agile Delivery Lead or Agile Coach in multidisciplinary environments

  • Proven success coaching teams and uplifting Agile maturity

  • Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills

  • Ability to operate effectively in complex, fast-paced environments

Desirable Experience

  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM) or equivalent

  • Qualifications in learning design, instructional design or education technology

  • Experience working in public sector or large, complex organisations

Mandatory Requirements

  • Australian citizenship is mandatory

  • Ability to obtain and maintain required background and security checks

Additional Information

  • APS EL1 equivalent contract role

  • Standard hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm

  • Contract runs through to 31 December 2026, with potential extension

How to Apply

📧 Please send your resume to priya.gabriel@talentinternational.com
⏰ Applications close: 10:00pm AEST, Friday 23 January 2026

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