Release Manager

Release Manager
Contract
Inside IR35
Manchester (2 days per week onsite)
6-months+
£500 - £525.00 per day
ASAP Start

Overview
We are supporting a key client with an urgent requirement for an experienced Release Manager to join a large-scale transformation programme. This is a newly created, high-impact role where you will take ownership of establishing and leading release management processes across a complex delivery environment.

The client has recently experienced challenges with external vendors, so they are looking for a confident and reliable release leader who can bring structure, visibility, and control to their delivery function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate end-to-end release management across multiple projects and environments
• Establish and embed release management processes and governance from the ground up
• Manage multiple concurrent releases, ensuring alignment across technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders
• Act as the central point of coordination for all release activities
• Work closely with delivery teams across Salesforce, MuleSoft, and migration programmes
• Oversee vendor contributions and ensure accountability across third parties
• Provide clear and consistent communication to senior stakeholders, particularly in a high-pressure environment
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with release activities

Key Requirements

• Extensive Release Management experience
• Proven track record managing releases in large, complex programmes
• Strong experience working with:
• Large-scale data or system migrations
• Demonstrated ability to set up and mature release processes within organisations
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience managing multiple vendors and delivery streams
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• CRM / Salesforce / MS Dynamics / MuleSoft integrations a big plus!

Additional Information
This role is inside IR35
Preference for candidates based in or near Manchester due to onsite requirements
The client is looking for someone who can bring structure, confidence, and leadership to their release function

Release Manager