Why Join Thrivent?

We exist to help people achieve financial clarity. At Thrivent, we believe money is a tool, not a goal. Driven by a higher purpose at our core, we are committed to providing financial advice, investments, insurance, banking, and generosity programs to help people make the most of all they’ve been given.

At our core, we are a membership-owned fraternal organization, as well as a holistic financial services organization, dedicated to serving the unique needs of our clients. We focus on their goals and priorities, guiding them toward financial choices that will help them live the life they want today—and tomorrow. Joining Thrivent means becoming part of a values-driven team that prioritizes financial wellness, community impact, and professional growth. As a Scrum Master in Asset Management, you'll contribute to innovative solutions that empower our clients' financial futures while thriving in a collaborative, agile environment in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Role Description

The Scrum Master – Asset Management leads and influences the Team according to their needs and to follow Scrum. The Scrum Master – Asset Management has deep experience with the Scrum framework, Scrum values, Agile principles, and values in the Agile Manifesto, and coaches others on the subtleties.

They partner effectively with stakeholders to ensure alignment of priorities and product delivery, planning and executing on product tasks, and driving for results through both product team members and stakeholders. They leverage technical/functional subject matter experts to maximize velocity for product completion, carefully balancing the three constraints of cost, time, and scope to best suit the needs of the business and the enterprise.

They ensure accountability, transparency, and regularity in product status updates. They serve as a partner in the deployment of Agile methodology and processes for assigned line of business product being supported by Information Technology. This role is pivotal in our Asset Management team, fostering agile excellence in a dynamic financial services landscape.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Provides consulting to the Product Owner in building and maintaining the product roadmap, release plan, and strategic product roadmap based on the priorities set by the Product Owner and input from the Team.
• Facilitate Scrum master meetings for assigned product area with a focus on guiding the teams towards improving the way they work. Reach out to the larger company network for impediment removal and drive cross-functional partnerships to achieve shared goals.
• Facilitate sprint planning, retrospective, and sprint demos. Facilitate effective coordination with other Scrum teams, product teams, and/or operational teams. Consult with the Product Owner to validate priorities.
• Foster self-organization and cross-team collaboration. Enable the Team to make decisions and remove decision-making barriers whenever possible. Facilitate discussion, decision making, and conflict resolution.
• Identify areas for process improvement and establish effective and efficient processes by analyzing current and new product management processes.
• Shield the team from external distractions, ensuring focus on sprint goals and continuous improvement.
• Promote Agile best practices, metrics tracking (e.g., velocity, burndown charts), and team maturity assessments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align on deliverables, manage risks, and ensure timely product releases in the asset management domain.

Required Skills

To excel as a Scrum Master - Asset Management at Thrivent, you need a blend of Agile expertise, leadership, and financial services acumen. Key skills include:

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification
• Advanced knowledge of Scrum framework and Agile principles
• Strong facilitation and coaching abilities
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, or similar Agile tools
• Stakeholder management and impediment removal
• Conflict resolution and team dynamics expertise
• Process improvement and metrics-driven decision making
• Familiarity with asset management or financial services products

Education & Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Agile certifications such as Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or SAFe Agilist preferred.

Experience: 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach in a product development environment. Proven track record in financial services, asset management, or IT projects. Experience with cross-functional teams, sprint ceremonies, and scaling Agile practices (e.g., SAFe, LeSS). Demonstrated success in driving team velocity and business outcomes.

Compensation Overview

Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives. Total compensation reflects experience, skills, and market data for Minneapolis, MN.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Thrivent Matching Gift Program for charitable contributions
• Wellness programs, fitness reimbursements, and mental health support
• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid options
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial planning services

Join Thrivent today and lead agile transformation in asset management. Apply now to be part of our mission-driven team in Minneapolis!