Scrum Master - HCM

Melbourne, Brisbane or Sydney 

• Work on a significant HCM project 

• Preference given to candidates with HCM payroll/HR transformation project experience 

• Collaborative and supportive team environment, career development opportunities 

We’re never just satisfied with how things are – because we know how things could be and it’s our expert Technology team who forge ahead every day to make those ‘what ifs’ a reality. 

Welcome to a place where you can chase real progress and drive real change, and that includes your own career. Being a part of Technology at Suncorp means being switched on, endlessly curious and always adaptable. In return, you’ll be supported to bring your own ideas to the table and challenge conventions – with the aim of making life a little brighter, simpler and better for our customers and each other. 

 

 About the role: 

Suncorp is embarking on a significant HCM program, transforming our people experience and uplifting Suncorp’s people management systems. We require a Scrum Master with exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills to play a key role in the success of this program.  

The successful candidate will have previous experience working on significant HCM projects, ideally within payroll specifically. Working closely with the Delivery Lead, you will support the HCM creation and migration. As Scrum Master, you will help to deliver outcomes in a fast, sustainable, and effective manner, by embedding ways of working aligned to Suncorp’s delivery model – ‘Momentum’.  

As Suncorp embarks on significant transformation for our customers, there is plenty of opportunity to work on some exciting projects and develop your career. 

  

What you’ll do: 

• Work with Scrum Masters / Tribe Delivery Leads to sequence work and manage dependencies across Squads; manage flow, sequencing, slicing and velocity of work within the squads. 

• Work with Product Owners to manage and prioritise work through the backlog, driving removal of impediments and ensuring work is tracked and progressing and that there is an appropriate balance across Squad members. 

• Monitor Squad performance and identify opportunities for improvement, ensure the squad is compliant with appropriate governance and practices. 

• Coach Squad to optimise delivery via Momentum processes and practices and develop relationships that assist the Squad in achieving its outcomes. 

• Build strong, trusted relationships with business stakeholders. 

• Lead a continuous improvement culture. 

• Proactively interact with other stakeholders to effectively manage demands on resources, prioritise funding, receipt of distribution and deliverables, and alignment of goals and objectives. 

• Support preparation of Exec packs/Steerco presentations  

 

What you’ll bring: 

• Previous experience as a Scrum Master in a large complex insurance/financial services organisation 

• Previous experience working on significant HCM transformation projects; payroll experience would be highly regarded 

• Scrum Master experience with knowledge of both Agile and Waterfall methodologies and with a deep understanding of the core principles of agile methodology. 

• Knowledge of finance processes and reporting tools would be beneficial 

• Demonstrated evidence of working with a variety of stakeholders and the ability to develop trust and credibility combined with a strong collaborative mindset. 

• Strong delivery skills and ability to clearly define project objectives and benefits. 

• Must be able to prioritise and communicate needs; strong stakeholder engagement skills 

What we can offer you:

• Discounts and offers on a range of retail favourite stores as well as insurance products.
• A range of flexible working and leave options, including 20 weeks paid parental leave, 4 weeks paid secondary carer parental leave and unlimited paid emergency response leave.
• Invest in your brighter future with ongoing study support and career development programs.
• Give back to our communities with payroll giving, donation matching and paid volunteer leave.
• Prioritise your work/life balance with our robust employee assistance program and dedicated employee council.

 

About Suncorp:

We’re proud to be a part of the Suncorp family alongside some of Australia’s most trusted and diverse names in insurance. Together, we share a drive to make the complex simple and bring our customers peace of mind when it matters most – while helping to evolve and innovate the ways we can serve our community every day. That comes with all kinds of exciting opportunities for you to grow your own career. Whether you’re guiding people through life’s biggest moments or providing them with support in times they need it most, you’ll be driven forward by our shared customer obsession and supported at every step of the journey.

 

For over 100 years Suncorp has been driven by our guiding Purpose – to build futures and protect what matters. To ensure we deliver on that Purpose, we’ve made a commitment, built on trust, empowerment, and flexibility – to help our people unlock their full potential and unleash their best and brightest selves. With the backing and support of some of the most trusted names in insurance, the Suncorp family provides our people with every opportunity to grow their career as they make a meaningful difference for our customers and our communities. We’re excited about what we can achieve together, working every day to be better, do more and realise the future we want to see just beyond the horizon.

 

If this opportunity sounds like the challenge you have been looking for, please apply online today. 

 

Employee benefits | Suncorp Group

At Suncorp we believe we are our best when our workforce is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and where our people feel included, valued and connected. We are passionate about inspiring our people by creating a diverse, accessible, and inclusive culture, offering flexible work, career development and internal mobility, and building connected relationships amongst our team members and with our customers.

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact melissa.turkington@suncorp.com.au for a confidential conversation.