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Agile Project Planner

Salary: £35

Location: Gaydon

Job type: Contract

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Job Title: HMI Project Planner - (phone number removed) Location: Warwickshire Key Responsibilities * Define and communicate timing requirements to the HMI HF Team and other stakeholders. * Collaborate with delivery and integration departments to align departmental planning with programme needs. * Use JIRA and Confluence to plan, track, and communicate project progress and updates. * Develop and adjust departmental work plans based on programme timing and late-stage changes. * Provide regular updates on progress, risks, and changes to internal and external stakeholders. * Ensure the team has the necessary resources and information to execute plans effectively. * Coordinate with HMI teams across AAD, China, and Portland to align with spec releases and share planning insights. * Lead large projects or processes with minimal oversight, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Required Skills & Experience * Proven experience working within Agile frameworks and methodologies. * Demonstrated ability to plan for sizable teams in complex organisational structures. * Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and communicate across all levels. * Operate with precision and professionalism in high-pressure, fast-moving environments. * Proficiency in Agile planning tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) * Excellent organisational and time management skills * Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities * Analytical mindset with attention to detail * Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, or related field Key Responsibilities * Develop and maintain Agile project plans, sprint schedules, and release roadmaps * Collaborate with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and cross-functional teams to define scope and priorities * Facilitate backlog grooming, sprint planning, and capacity forecasting * Monitor progress using Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) and adjust plans as needed * Identify and mitigate risks that could impact delivery timelines * Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project status, velocity, and resource utilization * Support continuous improvement by analysing metrics and recommending process enhancements Required Skills & Qualifications * Strong understanding of Agile methodologies * Proficiency in Agile planning tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) * Excellent organizational and time management skills * Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities * Analytical mindset with attention to detail * Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, or related field

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