Delivery Manager - Government experience essential

Job DescriptionDelivery Manager - Government experience essential Remote with ad hoc travel12 month fixed term contract (FTC)The Company:At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.About the Role: Amber Labs is seeking an experienced Delivery Manager to lead Agile project delivery for a high-profile central government client. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands the nuances of public sector transformation, and can steer multidisciplinary teams toward successful outcomes.As a Delivery Manager, youll be responsible for orchestrating the delivery of digital products and services that meet user needs and align with government standards. Youll work closely with Product Owners, stakeholders, and technical teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable impact.Key Responsibilities:Lead the delivery of complex digital projects within a central government environmentChampion Agile methodologies and foster high-performing, cross-functional teamsOwn delivery plans, timelines, and resource coordination to ensure successful outcomesFacilitate sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and other Agile ceremoniesCollaborate closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and technical teams to align delivery with business goalsIdentify and manage delivery risks, dependencies, and blockersMaintain strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout the delivery lifecycleMonitor progress against KPIs and delivery milestones, reporting regularly to senior leadershipDrive continuous improvement across delivery practices and team performanceKey Skills & Experience:Proven experience as a Delivery Manager in Agile environments, ideally within government or public sector programmesStrong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and delivery governanceWorking knowledge of ServiceNowExcellent stakeholder management and communication skills across technical and non-technical audiencesExperience leading multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced, outcome-driven settingsFamiliarity with delivery tools such as Jira, Confluence, Trello, and MS ProjectAbility to manage competing priorities and adapt to evolving project needsExperience working within GDS (Government Digital Service) standards is a plusComfortable navigating hybrid cloud environments and digital transformation programmeBenefits:Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.Participate in a generous employee referral program.A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.Diversity & Inclusion:Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.This role at Amber Labs is a 12 Month salary based FTC position, and all employees are required to be eligible for BPSS. Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.What Happens Next?Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.

Created: 2025-11-05