Agile Coach

Natixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for the business, operations and work culture of Groupe BPCE worldwide. 

As part of Groupe BPCE's international division, Natixis in Portugal designs and delivers solutions for its two core areas — Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management — as well as transversal services that support all entities across the Group. 
With more than 3,000 employees representing 46 nationalities, the teams work across Information Technology, Banking Support Activities, and Compliance, in an integrated, inclusive, and cross-functional way, supporting all business lines and platforms of the Group.  

A disruptive mindset and a culture of proximity and agility identify Natixis in Portugal Team and reflect the company's mission to transform traditional banking at a global scale: a perfect match in the Portuguese dynamics and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

As an Agile Coach, you will play a pivotal role in guiding our department through the agile transformation process, this includes teams, managers, groups and more. You will be responsible for fostering an agile mindset within the organization, mentoring teams on agile practices, and ensuring the successful implementation of agile methodologies across various projects. Your expertise will help improve team performance, enhance collaboration, and drive overall project success. You will also be a key facilitator for the department and participate/organize/facilitate many workshops for BA´s, DEV´s, squad leads and team leaders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coaching and Mentoring: Provide hands-on coaching to teams on agile principles, frameworks (such as Scrum, Kanban, Lean), and practices to enhance their effectiveness and efficiency.
• Agile Transformation: Lead and support the organization's agile transformation efforts, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Facilitation: Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and meetings to promote understanding and adoption of agile practices among team members and stakeholders.
• Performance Metrics: Help establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of agile implementation and team performance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and team members to ensure clear communication, collaboration, and alignment on project goals and priorities.
• Feedback Loop: Encourage a culture of feedback and reflection through regular retrospectives and reviews, promoting a growth mindset within teams.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with senior management and other stakeholders to advocate for agile practices, address challenges, and promote the benefits of agile methodologies.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and emerging agile methodologies to continuously enhance the coaching program.

• Computer Science and Engineering (not mandatory)
• Knowledge of Agile Methodologies;
• Good communication skills;
• Fluency in English (Spoken and written);

Our workplace reflects the vibrant spirit of our locations, with initiatives such as a Green Transportation Budget, electric bikes and a flexible Hybrid Work Policy. We promote wellbeing through the Honolulu Wellness Club, a Prayer Room, a Lactation Room, and themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration. Through our ESG and DEI strategies, we are committed to being inclusive, caring, and fair, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.