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Chapter Lead - Software Engineering

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Posted 5 days ago, valid for a month
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Hays Software Engineering is seeking a Chapter Lead for a growing Financial Services Technology company.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant field and a proven track record in leadership roles such as Chapter Lead or Team Lead.
  • The role involves enhancing people leadership practices, managing talent across Software Engineering teams, and engaging with various stakeholders.
  • The position offers a salary of £80,000 plus a project performance-related bonus, along with 28 days of holiday and bank holidays.
  • Successful candidates will demonstrate strong mentoring skills, strategic performance management, and effective communication abilities.

Hays Software Engineering are looking for a Chapter Lead to join a well-established Financial Services Technology business who are entering growth mode & looking for strong characters to take their business & people to the next level.What you will be doing:

  • Growth & Leadership Development - This business is expanding across multiple regions, creating an opportunity to enhance its people leadership practices and ensure consistent, high-quality management.
  • Centre of Excellence Model - Chapter Leads will be part of a centralised People function, responsible for growing, leading, and managing talent across different functional Software Engineering teams.
  • Engagement & Collaboration - Chapter Leads will interact with developers, Scrum Masters, project managers, engineering leaders, and-at senior levels-product, design, and operations leadership.
  • People-Focused Role - Their primary responsibility is to build capability, develop talent, and drive accountability whilst delivering project outcomes that are in line with business objectives.

What we are looking for:

  • Deep Industry Insight - Has hands-on experience in a relevant craft (BA, Dev, etc.) and recognises excellence in the field.
  • Established Leadership - Demonstrated success in nurturing individuals and teams in roles like Chapter Lead or Team Lead.
  • Supportive Guidance - Excels in mentoring, coaching, and pushing team members to grow.
  • Strategic Performance Management - Adept at setting clear expectations, providing constructive feedback, and addressing challenges.
  • Career Growth Expertise - Skilled in facilitating meaningful development discussions that drive real progress.
  • Clear & Confident Communication - Can handle tough conversations with professionalism, empathy, and precision.

What you will get in return:28-day holiday + bank holidaysProject performance-related bonus+ more.

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