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MODINAT OLUTUNDE

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Dynamic and resourceful Agile Project Manager/Scrum Master with proven expertise in Scrum, Kanban, and Agile transformation projects. Adept at leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality digital solutions on time and within budget. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, conflict resolution, and decision-making, leveraging data-driven metrics to drive continuous improvement.

Recognized for strategic leadership and the ability to foster collaboration in dynamic, fast-changing environments. Experienced in implementing cloud and AI use case strategies, managing risk, and ensuring seamless communication across teams and stakeholders.

Committed to building a culture of excellence, facilitation, and training, while enhancing team dynamics and operational efficiency. Dedicated to delivering impactful results, achieving stakeholder satisfaction, and driving sustainable business transformation.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Agile Project Manager

Publicis Sapient
04.2024 - 08.2025
  • Coordinated efforts of twenty-seven cross-functional teams, encompassing Product, Design, and Research disciplines.
  • Enhanced team performance through effective coaching, workflow management, and blocker removal.
  • Led creation of MVP Alpha for Cannes 2024 centred on media optimisation platform development.
  • Produced extensive data visualisation solutions for improved campaign optimisation.
  • Developed AI-powered insights generator utilising real-time market data signals for strategic recommendations.
  • Promoted culture of continuous improvement and proactive workload management.
  • Key components delivered included Core Data Explorer with interactive inventory visualisation and Insights Generator for trend analysis.
  • Laid groundwork for automated bidding activation and ALX conversational interface.

Agile Project Manager/SM. Publicis Sapient

Lloyds Banking Group/Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps
11.2022 - 04.2024
  • Successfully led Agile transformation for major banking client, resulting in notable operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated efforts of 28 DevOps Engineers across three teams for optimal GCP infrastructure management.
  • Facilitated collaboration among teams, boosting attendance and active participation.
  • Conducted sprint planning meetings to refine team performance and issue resolution times.
  • Delivered regular progress reports, maintaining clear communication with senior stakeholders.
  • Championed Agile principles across organisation, promoting cultural shift towards agility.
  • Organised retrospective meetings to integrate lessons learned into future projects.
  • Managed stakeholder expectations to enhance project outcomes effectively.

Scrum Master

BT
, England
04.2022 - 09.2022
  • Facilitated all scrum ceremonies across multiple operational squads within large-scale SAFe enterprise environment.
  • Coached and supported 6 diverse teams, including developers, project managers and product owners.
  • Collaborated with internal and external teams to resolve critical impediments proactively.
  • Promoted effective squad ownership and transparency, aligning with organisational goals.
  • Created psychologically safe environment for open problem-solving, prioritising team wellbeing.
  • Implemented best practices for Jira, optimised Scrum and Kanban boards for enhanced collaboration.
  • Achieved predictable project delivery through effective user story breakdown and capacity planning.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement by encouraging retrospective meetings.
  • Fostered collaborative environment to enhance team performance.
  • Nurtured self-organising culture within teams by providing necessary training.
  • Managed stakeholder expectations, fostered good working relationships.
  • Resolved conflicts for improved team dynamics.
  • Coached team members, boosted their understanding of Agile principles.

Scrum Master

HCA Healthcare (UK)
UK
02.2019 - 03.2022
  • Oversaw over 30 engineering teams during GDPR compliance transformations.
  • Emphasised information security standards, risk assessments, and data management strategies.
  • Engaged with diverse technical teams across PHP, Java, SQL, and NoSQL environments.
  • Guided developers in optimising release cycles and decreasing bug rates.
  • Created monthly software development schedules to increase productivity of work items.
  • Maintained team focus by resolving critical impediments and shielding from disruptions.
  • Streamlined stakeholder communication while upholding agile methodologies.
  • Managed scrum ceremonies alongside product owners for effective backlog prioritisation.
  • Achieved project delivery deadlines through effective backlog management.
  • Enhanced team productivity by facilitating daily stand-up meetings.

Scrum Master

AFRI-Grub Ltd
UK
02.2017 - 01.2019
  • Led UI/UX, 15 back-end, and front-end development teams in creating innovative client applications and internet solutions, implemented comprehensive.
  • Agile transformation using Jira, Trello, Kanban, Scrum, SAFe, and Confluence.
  • Negotiated with clients and managed expectations while ensuring timely value delivery.
  • Managed complex communication flows between developers, product owners, stakeholders, and third-party partners.
  • Facilitated scrum events and sprint execution with extensive use of Jira boards.
  • Supported self-managing scrum teams in goal achievement and collaboration.
  • Enhanced product increment functionality through effective backlog refinement and review processes.
  • Encouraged continuous feedback loops between product owners, stakeholders, and development teams.
  • Promoted effective techniques for backlog prioritization and stakeholder engagement.
  • Created positive work environment with team-building activities and stress management techniques.

Project Support Officer

University College London Hospital
UK
09.2014 - 02.2017
  • Supported multiple critical departments: ICU, Project Management Office, Finance, Thoracic Centre, and Eastman Dental.
  • Key team member for prestigious proton beam therapy project development and execution.
  • Managed sensitive healthcare information with strict confidentiality requirements.
  • Facilitated coordination between internal teams, external service providers, and senior NHS management.
  • Maintained 15+ executive electronic diaries using specialized in-house software, preventing scheduling conflicts.
  • Updated departmental NHS website content and managed critical project communications.
  • Organized and facilitated strategic meetings with other NHS Foundation Trusts and Public Health England (PHE).

Project Support Officer

International Maritime Organisation (IMO)
UK
05.1999 - 06.2014
  • Managed comprehensive helpdesk operations for 800+ international staff members.
  • Led and coordinated team of eight technical specialists providing first, second, and third-line support.
  • Played crucial role in Y2K compliance rollout, ensuring seamless technology transition for UN agency.
  • Procured, installed, and maintained 1,200+ computer hardware units across international organization.
  • Worked closely with department directors on resource monitoring, allocation, and administration.
  • Ensured proper project documentation, storage and maintained daily project plan updates.
  • Identified project status changes and provided early warning of milestone slippage risks.
  • Assessed knock-on effects between interconnected projects within organizational portfolio.
  • Assisted project managers in status reporting and adherence to project management disciplines for critical payment system projects.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Public Health and Community Studies

Coventry University
Coventry

Skills

  • Agile project management techniques
  • Scrum and Kanban methodologies
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
  • Facilitation and training abilities
  • Data-driven metrics reporting
  • Conflict resolution and decision-making
  • Leadership in team dynamics
  • Adaptability to change environments
  • Cloud AI use case strategies
  • Commitment to continuous improvement

Websites

Certification

  • Certified SAFe 6 Product Owner/Product Manager
  • AI Certified – Generative AI Certification
  • Certified SAFe 5.1 Advanced Scrum Master Professional Scrum Master (PSM 1)
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
  • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
  • Atlassian Certified Associate Jira
  • Jira Fundamentals Badge
  • GenAI Cloud Computing
  • How to boost productivity with AI tools


Timeline

Agile Project Manager

Publicis Sapient
04.2024 - 08.2025

Agile Project Manager/SM. Publicis Sapient

Lloyds Banking Group/Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps
11.2022 - 04.2024

Scrum Master

BT
04.2022 - 09.2022

Scrum Master

HCA Healthcare (UK)
02.2019 - 03.2022

Scrum Master

AFRI-Grub Ltd
02.2017 - 01.2019

Project Support Officer

University College London Hospital
09.2014 - 02.2017

Project Support Officer

International Maritime Organisation (IMO)
05.1999 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Public Health and Community Studies

Coventry University

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