Programme Release Manager

Version 1; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly performance-related profit share

Hybrid / Remote working flexibility

Pension and private healthcare

Strong career progression & mentorship

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is seeking a Programme Release Manager to oversee the planning and execution of ERP and SaaS transformations. The role demands extensive experience in Release Management, strong stakeholder management, and proficiency with various tools. With hybrid working flexibility and a focus on career development, this position offers an opportunity to influence major transformation programmes and ensure successful system implementations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Release Management within enterprise environments.
• Strong track record of delivering releases across ERP platforms.
• Hands-on experience with SaaS platforms such as ADP, Concur.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end release planning and governance.
• Own and maintain the integrated release roadmap.
• Drive risk management and change control activities.

Skills

Release Management

Stakeholder Management

Cross-functional Coordination

Risk Mitigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering

Certifications (ITIL, PMP, Scrum Master, SAFe)

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Job description

Company Description

• Oracle Innovation Partner of the Year 2023 (EMEA)
• Microsoft Global Partner of the Year (Modernising Applications)
• AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year (EMEA)
• One of the Best Workplaces for Women in the UK & Ireland (2023)

For over 28 years, Version 1 has partnered with leading global brands to deliver digital, cloud, and enterprise application solutions that drive business success. We are proud to be recognised as:

• Oracle Innovation Partner of the Year 2023 (EMEA)
• Microsoft Global Partner of the Year (Modernising Applications)
• AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year (EMEA)
• One of the Best Workplaces for Women in the UK & Ireland (2023)

With 3,700+ people and revenues exceeding €347m/£302m, Version 1 is a market leader in Oracle, Microsoft, and AWS consulting services – and one of the fastest-growing digital consultancies in Europe.

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 processes

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:
  • Release governance & controls
  • Change management & risk mitigation
  • 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

Education & Certifications

• 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!