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Anthony Ugwu

Agile HR Project Manager
London

Summary

With over 5+ years expertise in HR, Project / Program Management and Software development circle to deliver business value, improve processes, and maximise team potential as well as product quality and efficiency.
I possess over 5+ years of combined experience working in various industries, such as travel, retail, e-commerce, I.T and hospitality.
An experienced HR Manager and Scrum Master who leads, manages and motivated teams both locally and remotely and posses an expectational servant leadership style for driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced setting. Outstanding facilitation skills for all Scrum Ceremonies, including the daily scrum, product backlog refinement, sprint planning, sprint review, sprint demo, and retrospective.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Agile Human Resources Project Manager

Bier Company
London, Enfield
01.2021 - Current

• Created, built and managed the entire HR functions and platform of Bier Company.
• Introduced an agile working environment by coaching the team on application and adoption of scrum while tailoring it to the organizations needs.
• Introduced BambooHR platform.
• Drafted and created all HR related documents to adhere with every compliance ranking from employment contract for employees (senior, managerial and junior) and contractors, risk assessments, company's handbook, etc.
• Ensured that status, risks, issues, and dependencies are tracked and reported.
• Made sure that HR practices are uniform throughout all departments, especially with regard to pay and benefits, hiring and onboarding, contract completion, and termination, and put them in accordance with our culture and equity principles.
• Created a hiring procedure that is acceptable for consultants working on commercial contracts.
• When necessary, provide data analysis and reporting while collaborating with the line leaders and managers.
• Steady highlights and reports on the status and progress of the project.
• Managed the payroll teams.
• Developed and managed our sponsorship management system.
• Managed and oversaw procurement functions together with the founder.

Scrum Master - Part time

HerCyberSpace
City of London, Greenwich
08.2020 - Current

• Serving the needs of the team by acting as a servant leader depending on the team.
• Making sure the teams adhere to the Agile principles.
• Work together, mentor, and support the contracted Product Manager as they lead the backlog to make sure it is adequately scaled and prioritized.
• Manage every Scrum ceremony (backlog refinement, Sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, demos).
• Assist in facilitating team-level Quarterly Planning sessions and helping the team get ready.
• Establish, monitor, and share agile metrics (such as team velocity and a burn down chart for sprint progress).
• Promote coordination and aid the Agile Team and Technical Product Manager in keeping their commitments.
• Prevents interruptions and distractions so that the team may work efficiently.
• Recognize, eliminate, and/or escalate risks, obstacles, and inter-team dependencies that the team cannot resolve and that interfere with its ability to fulfill obligations.
• Using analytics to track and evaluate progress while coaching the team on ongoing improvement.
• Assisting the group by concentrating on delivering high-priority stories at a regular, sustainable pace.
• Created a collaborative environment where all opinions are valued and noted.

Project Manager Scrum Master

NemFra Logistics
London
02.2019 - 05.2022

• Facilitated and coached the team on Scrum framework – sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily scrums, sprint reviews and sprint retrospectives.
• Assessed each scrum team member's responsibilities and delegated tasks to balance each employee's workload.
• Led sprint reviews and planning meetings to promote full team engagement.
• Collaborated with product owners, team members and technologists to define solutions and drive progress.
• Collaborate closely and often with internal developers and external partners.
• Coached teams in Agile practices and provided necessary training to create positive mindset to Agile methodologies.
• Removed any blockages or issues that mitigates progress or achieving goals.

Project Manager Business Development

Hillview Immigration Consulting Limited
Lagos, Lagos
08.2018 - 01.2020

• Create a growth strategy that prioritizes customer satisfaction to achieve their travel plans as well as financial gain for the business.
• Identify new markets and consumer requirements through study and arced research.
• Set up appointments with potential clients for business.
• Promote the business's goods and services. addressing or foreseeing the goals of the client
• Prepare sales contracts making sure they adhere to the laws and regulations.
• Observe sales, revenue, bills, etc. records.
• Offer dependable commentary and after-sale assistance.
• Create enduring connections with both potential and current clients.
• Developing new hires into effective salespeople.

Assistant Manager

Neocourts Hotel
Enugu, Enugu
10.2017 - 07.2018

• Deciding where to put the rooms according on the needs and wishes of the guests, such as their request for a quiet room away from the stairs or elevators.
• Answering phones, welcoming visitors, making reservations and keeping records.
• Interviewing potential employees to see if they meet the position's requirements.
• Following up with company guests and going after their bills.
• Keeping an eye on employee performance to make sure they're providing customers with high-quality service.
• Reviewing customer reviews and providing management with advice regarding any problems or issues.
• Taking charge of the hotel's staff, which includes hiring, arranging for their training, and terminating them when necessary.

Education

Masters of Science - Business with Human Resource Management

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne, NET
02.2020 - 02.2022

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Awka
02.2013 - 09.2017

Skills

    Agile Project Management

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Software

Jira

Azure

BambooHR

Microsoft Office

Mondaycom

Trello

Wix

Shopify

Shippypro

Certification

HR and Employment Law

Hobbies

Reading, Dancing, Swimming, Cheese, Cooking, Fitness, Etc

Timeline

Certified Scrum Master

04-2023

Prince2 Foundation

03-2023

Agile and Scrum Essentials

06-2022

HR and Employment Law

03-2022

HR and Payroll Management Training

03-2022

Agile Human Resources Project Manager

Bier Company
01.2021 - Current

Safe, Health and Environment for Construction Workers

11-2020

Scrum Master - Part time

HerCyberSpace
08.2020 - Current

Masters of Science - Business with Human Resource Management

Northumbria University
02.2020 - 02.2022

Project Manager Scrum Master

NemFra Logistics
02.2019 - 05.2022

Project Manager Business Development

Hillview Immigration Consulting Limited
08.2018 - 01.2020

Assistant Manager

Neocourts Hotel
10.2017 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Nnamdi Azikiwe University
02.2013 - 09.2017
Anthony UgwuAgile HR Project Manager