Job Description
Programme Release Manager
Drive the success of complex ERP and SaaS transformations
The Role
We’re looking for an experienced Programme Release Manager to take ownership of release planning, coordination, and governance across large-scale ERP transformation programmes and integrated SaaS ecosystems.
In this role, you’ll be at the heart of delivery—ensuring that releases across platforms such as Oracle ERP Cloud, SAP, Workday, Microsoft Dynamics, ADP, Concur, and ServiceNow are executed seamlessly, on time, and with minimal risk to business operations.
You’ll work closely with technical teams, business stakeholders, testing functions, change teams, and SI partners to create a unified, controlled, and high-quality release approach across the programme.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead end-to-end release planning and governance across complex transformation programmes
* Own and maintain the integrated release roadmap, aligning multiple workstreams and vendors
* Coordinate cutover planning, go-live execution, and post-release stabilisation
* Drive risk management, change control, and release readiness activities
* Ensure alignment across technical, business, testing, and change teams
* Oversee regression cycles, deployment planning, and environment readiness
* Manage multiple concurrent releases within a fast-paced, multi-vendor ecosystem
* Champion consistent, scalable, and compliant release management processe
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in Release Management, Programme Delivery, or Environment Management within large enterprise environments
* Strong track record delivering releases across ERP platforms (e.g. Oracle, SAP, Workday, Dynamics)
* Hands-on experience with SaaS platforms such as ADP, Concur, ServiceNow, or similar
* Deep understanding of:
o Release governance & controls
o Change management & risk mitigation
o Cross-functional coordination in complex programmes
* Experience with cutover, go-live, and integrated deployment planning
* Solid knowledge of SDLC methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
* Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Git, or enterprise change systems
* Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills—able to align teams and drive delivery
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
* Certifications such as ITIL, PMP, Scrum Master, or SAFe are highly desirable
Why This Role?
This is a high-impact position where you’ll play a critical role in the success of major transformation programmes. You’ll operate at the centre of delivery, influencing stakeholders, shaping release strategy, and ensuring complex systems go live smoothly and successfully.
Additional Information
Why Version 1?
* Strong career progression & mentorship through our Strength in Balance and leadership programmes, including quarterly Pathways Career Development reviews. Significant training budget for certifications and further education.
* Version 1 Annual Excellence Awards & Call-Out recognition platform celebrating achievement.
* Moments that matter & enhanced maternity/paternity leave policies to support your journey.
* Active ESG & CSR initiatives, allowing you to give back through fundraising, volunteering, and diversity, inclusion & belonging programmes.
Benefits include:
* Quarterly performance-related profit share
* Hybrid / Remote working flexibility
* Pension, private healthcare, life assurance cover
* Certified Great Place to Work for 10+ years running
This is hybrid based with occasional travel to your nearest base office.
Ashley Billington, Head of Talent Acquisition – Enterprise Applications (Oracle Cloud - ERP, HCM, EPM)
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We are an equal opportunities employer. Please refer to our Diversity & Inclusion statement located at: Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging | Version 1 Careers
Please note: We have an internal recruitment team and do not accept agency candidates. If you want to join the team here at Version 1, get in touch with us directly!