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Agile Project Manager

Agile project management builds valuable skills and offers exciting career opportunities. ILX supports your journey with flexible, results-focused learning experiences. 

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The Agile project management career path

Lead dynamic teams, deliver value fast, and adapt well to change with a career in Agile project management. You’ll guide projects from planning through to completion, using collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills. The role suits those aiming for leadership in tech, product or business transformation, offering routes into senior project, programme, or portfolio management. 

To find out more about your options and how we can help, download our Agile Project Management Career Development Pack. 

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Is a career in Agile project management right for me?

If you enjoy working in fast-paced environments, thrive on collaboration, and want to lead teams to deliver real results, a career in Agile project management could be the perfect fit. 

Skills required
  • Leadership
  • Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Understanding of Agile frameworks

Becoming an Agile Project Manager

Becoming an Agile project manager is an ideal career choice if you’re looking to lead high-performing teams and deliver meaningful results. This role builds strong foundations in leadership, strategy, and delivery.

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Things to consider
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  • Skill development
  • Prerequisites
  • Interest in continuous learning
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Average salary for Agile project professionals

The average salary for an Agile project manager is just over £67,000, which is well above the national average. While this may be less for entry-level professionals it can also be surpassed with years of experience. 

£67k

You can earn an average of £67,724 a year [Adzuna]

Furthering your career in Agile project management

Continuous learning is the key to further developing your career in Agile project management. Building on foundational knowledge through advanced certifications and workplace experience helps deepen your expertise and credibility. Expanding your skills in areas such as leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning can prepare you for senior roles in programme and portfolio management. 

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"I recently attended a course facilitated by Gavin Treacy, and he was superb! Gavin provided detailed explanations of every aspect of the course outline and was incredibly patient in answering all our questions and addressing concerns about unclear descriptions and the examination approach. His thoroughness and clarity greatly enhanced my learning experience.”

Andrew Addy Asante, ILX Learner

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