Release Manager (Software) - Outside of IR35

Sanderson Recruitment Careers; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Release Manager to lead the Release Management lifecycle. The role involves defining, documenting, and managing the release process across multiple portfolios and ensuring compliance and timeliness in software releases. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in release management and strong organizational skills. This position offers a contract with a daily rate of £400 to £450.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in release management within software development.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage the end-to-end release process for applications.
• Create and maintain the Master Release Schedule for releases.
• Implement robust release processes and provide expert support.

Job description

Release Manager (Software)

Contract Details

Duration : 6 Months Initial Term

Start Date : ASAP

IR35 Status : Outside of IR35

• Rate : £400 / £450 per Day

Location : Hertfordshire (On-site / Hybrid Requirement)

We are looking for an experienced Release Manager to completely own and govern the Release Management lifecycle across a complex, multi-portfolio environment.

This is a critical role that requires strategic coordination and hands‑on management to ensure the seamless, compliant, and timely progression of code across development, test, and production landscapes for multiple applications.

You will act as the single point of control, implementing robust release processes and providing expert support to development and testing teams as they manage their environments.

Key Responsibilities

Own the Release Lifecycle : Define, document, and manage the end‑to‑end release process for all enterprise applications across multiple business portfolios.

Scheduling & Coordination : Create and maintain the Master Release Schedule, planning and coordinating major, minor, and emergency releases.

Process Implementation : Imple...