Release Manager
Based at Manchester Airport
Permanent Contract
Flexible/Hybrid working for a better work/life balance
We are proud to be a diverse employer, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds
Why MAG?
At MAG we provide the airport facilities and travel services that people need to connect with the world. As the largest UK owned airport operator, we serve over 60 million passengers a year from Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands Airports. With over 270 destinations across the globe, our businesses not only bring people together but also support the prosperity of the regions in which we operate. Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities. Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities. At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. Youll also have access to some great benefits including:
Bonus scheme
11% company contribution pension
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Free parking
Subsidised public transport
Huge range of company discounts
2 volunteering days per year
Free VirtualGP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Care Concierge service
The role
As a Release Manager at MAG, you will play a key role in overseeing and coordinating the release of high-quality software products that drive our Enterprise Technology initiatives forward. You will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and controlling the development and delivery of software releases to ensure they align with business objectives and operational needs. By collaborating closely with product development, testers and project management teams, you will ensure that releases are deployed smoothly, on time, and with minimal disruption. Your technical acumen and organisational skills will be critical in managing multiple releases across various platforms, while mitigating risks and ensuring that release processes follow best practices and industry standards. Through your leadership, you will foster a culture of collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement, enabling the successful delivery of cutting-edge technology solutions to our customers.
What will make you successful in the role?
Youll have proven experience managing the end-to-end release process in a technology environment in a similar large & complex organisation with a solid understanding of software development processes and version control. Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, as well as knowledge of enterprise platforms like ServiceNow, Maximo or SAP. Youll have extensive experience with project management frameworks and Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban, alongside a familiarity with tools like Jira, Trello, or Azure DevOps. Youll have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Youll also have a deep understanding of quality assurance and testing processes to ensure releases meet performance, reliability, and security standards with experience working with automated testing tools and frameworks. Youll be aware of industry standards, regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001), and security best practices relevant to software releases with experience ensuring that releases comply with organisational security policies and any relevant external regulations. Certifications in ITIL, DevOps, or Agile methodologies (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster) are advantageous, demonstrating commitment to professional growth and industry standards.