hackajob is collaborating with BAE Critical Skills to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Title: ServiceNow Release & Environments Lead Job Location: Preston or Frimley - Hybrid - 1 x quarter onsite . We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. Role Description: The ServiceNow Release & Environments Lead is accountable for the strategic management and governance of the organisation's ServiceNow environment landscape, spanning 11 non-production environments and a single production instance across a complex, multi-product platform (including ITSM, HRSD, CSM, SPM, SecOps, S2P, and ITOM). Reporting to the Platform Owner, this role leads the planning and orchestration of all releases, from high-frequency BAU deployments through to large-scale programme deliveries and major platform upgrades. Operating within an Agile environment transitioning to SAFe, the role ensures releases are delivered in a controlled, consistent, and low-risk manner, aligned to a central release calendar and governance processes. As a team lead, this role provides leadership and direction to the release and environment management capability, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure robust release readiness, effective risk and issue management, and seamless deployment execution. The role champions best practice in DevOps and automation, driving the adoption of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance delivery speed and quality. Acting as the central point of coordination across in-house delivery teams, the role ensures alignment across concurrent initiatives, maintaining platform stability while enabling the successful delivery of both incremental change and complex transformation programmes. Core Duties: Own and govern the end-to-end ServiceNow environment strategy, managing 11 non-production environments and the production instance to ensure stability, integrity, and optimal usage Lead the planning, scheduling, and orchestration of all releases, from frequent BAU changes to complex, large-scale programme and platform releases Manage the central release calendar, ensuring alignment across multiple concurrent initiatives and adherence to governance and CAB processes Coordinate deployment activities across cross-functional, in-house delivery teams, ensuring smooth and controlled promotion of changes through the environment stack Collaborate with Platform Owner, Platform teams, and Delivery Leads to align release plans with business priorities and delivery roadmaps Drive continuous improvement in release and environment management processes, embedding best practice and increasing delivery efficiency Essential Skills: An understanding of the ServiceNow platform (preferred) or similar sized platform, coordination of capability releases across multiple environments Implementation of family releases, patches, incident fixes, problem, stories across the entire SDLC lifecycle Proven track record of managing complex teams and deliverables Ability to anticipate and mitigate risk well in advance within a complex delivery environment Experience to manage any issue that arise and be apt in solution delivery and release management The ServiceNow Product team: Our ServiceNow Product Team sits at the centre of digital transformation in the organisation, partnering with cross functional and sector stakeholders across the business to deliver intuitive, high-value solutions that improve employee experience, streamline processes, and drive measurable outcomes. When you join us, you'll have the opportunity to support and influence our product strategy, and turn innovative ideas into real-world capabilities used by thousands of people. You'll work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative, forward-thinking agile environment where continuous improvement, experimentation, and learning are strongly encouraged. Whether you're passionate about product management, platform innovation, user experience, or delivering business value, you'll play a key role in helping us unlock the full potential of the ServiceNow platform. This is a chance to make a visible impact, develop your skills, and help shape the future of our digital services. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 14th August 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with BAE Critical Skills to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Title: ServiceNow Release & Environments Lead Job Location: Preston or Frimley - Hybrid - 1 x quarter onsite . We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 + depending on experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. Role Description: The ServiceNow Release & Environments Lead is accountable for the strategic management and governance of the organisation's ServiceNow environment landscape, spanning 11 non-production environments and a single production instance across a complex, multi-product platform (including ITSM, HRSD, CSM, SPM, SecOps, S2P, and ITOM). Reporting to the Platform Owner, this role leads the planning and orchestration of all releases, from high-frequency BAU deployments through to large-scale programme deliveries and major platform upgrades. Operating within an Agile environment transitioning to SAFe, the role ensures releases are delivered in a controlled, consistent, and low-risk manner, aligned to a central release calendar and governance processes. As a team lead, this role provides leadership and direction to the release and environment management capability, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure robust release readiness, effective risk and issue management, and seamless deployment execution. The role champions best practice in DevOps and automation, driving the adoption of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance delivery speed and quality. Acting as the central point of coordination across in-house delivery teams, the role ensures alignment across concurrent initiatives, maintaining platform stability while enabling the successful delivery of both incremental change and complex transformation programmes. Core Duties: Own and govern the end-to-end ServiceNow environment strategy, managing 11 non-production environments and the production instance to ensure stability, integrity, and optimal usage Lead the planning, scheduling, and orchestration of all releases, from frequent BAU changes to complex, large-scale programme and platform releases Manage the central release calendar, ensuring alignment across multiple concurrent initiatives and adherence to governance and CAB processes Coordinate deployment activities across cross-functional, in-house delivery teams, ensuring smooth and controlled promotion of changes through the environment stack Collaborate with Platform Owner, Platform teams, and Delivery Leads to align release plans with business priorities and delivery roadmaps Drive continuous improvement in release and environment management processes, embedding best practice and increasing delivery efficiency Essential Skills: An understanding of the ServiceNow platform (preferred) or similar sized platform, coordination of capability releases across multiple environments Implementation of family releases, patches, incident fixes, problem, stories across the entire SDLC lifecycle Proven track record of managing complex teams and deliverables Ability to anticipate and mitigate risk well in advance within a complex delivery environment Experience to manage any issue that arise and be apt in solution delivery and release management The ServiceNow Product team: Our ServiceNow Product Team sits at the centre of digital transformation in the organisation, partnering with cross functional and sector stakeholders across the business to deliver intuitive, high-value solutions that improve employee experience, streamline processes, and drive measurable outcomes. When you join us, you'll have the opportunity to support and influence our product strategy, and turn innovative ideas into real-world capabilities used by thousands of people. You'll work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative, forward-thinking agile environment where continuous improvement, experimentation, and learning are strongly encouraged. Whether you're passionate about product management, platform innovation, user experience, or delivering business value, you'll play a key role in helping us unlock the full potential of the ServiceNow platform. This is a chance to make a visible impact, develop your skills, and help shape the future of our digital services. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 14th August 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
hackajob is collaborating with DXC Technology to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: We're building something special at DXC Technology DXC Technology is committed to building diverse, inclusive teams. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage interest from women, underrepresented groups, and neurodivergent candidates. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the hiring process and are dedicated to creating a supportive, accessible environment for everyone." We are looking for a dynamic insurance industry Product Advocacy Champion with expertise in Life & Composite and/or the London Market and Lloyd's ecosystem, including carrier, reinsurer, broker, and MGA markets. This role, Product Advocacy Manager, sits at the intersection of go-to-market strategy and execution, digital product marketing, InsurTech product-fit positioning, analyst influence, sales enablement and market engagement. In short: you will help position and competitively showcase DXC as the leader in agentic AI and insurance technology transformation. You are a go-getter and strategic storyteller, comfortable both driving from behind the scenes and commanding the spotlight. You create visibility, generate momentum, and make noise in the right places. You move fast with a self-starter mindset - but you won't be working in isolation. You'll have full access to leaders across marketing, product, and sales, translating market insights into sharp positioning, GTM execution, and roadmap influence. This is the role for someone energized by outpacing competitors for mindshare, who knows how to ignite customer-centric narratives, and who influences effectively across every channel where the market pays attention. Key Responsibilities Establish messaging frameworks and compelling product positioning content for technical and non-technical audiences. Be accountable and responsible for executing go-to-market strategies for product launches. Collaborate and partner with marketing teams to expand campaign reach. Synthesize competitive intelligence and market perspectives to sharpen positioning, sales enablement, and to inform regional recommendations for GTM execution. Collaborate with analyst relations team and drive regional AR results. Serve as the resource to competitively articulate DXC's differentiated value propositions with AI and policy administration technology for your markets. Contribute with thought leadership for ghostwriting or by-lined content and show up as a charismatic, credible presence on stage and in the InsurTech market. Build and partner with sales, product, and marketing teams to create enablement assets and campaign content. Qualifications & Attributes Required: Proven experience in technology go-to-market, product marketing, or product management within insurance markets. Required: strong familiarity or experience positioning technology, Insurtech, or Artificial Intelligence within Life, Composite, London Market, Lloyd's, or P&C sectors. Understanding of policy administration systems, insurance platform technology, insurance data ecosystems, or BPS environments. Preferred: Experience with product advocacy or marketing in agentic AI, platform orchestration, and policy administration systems. Demonstrated ability to build and deliver product positioning and GTM strategies that cut through in competitive insurance technology markets. Skilled at analysing market trends and translating insights into clear, compelling business value for insurance audiences. A confident, collaborative communicator across leaders, product, sales, marketing, analysts, and external audiences. A journalism mindset - curious, fast, and able to find and tell the story that matters. Passionate about agentic AI, AI enablement, customer experience, InsurTech innovation, and insurance technology transformation. Thrives in fast-paced environments and adapts easily across time zones and geographies. About DXC Technology DXC Technology is a leading Fortune 500 global technology services and software company. DXC's Insurance Software & BPS business is one of the world's leading providers of insurance software, policy administration technology, and business process services (BPS) to the global insurance industry - serving carriers, brokers, MGAs, and Lloyd's market participants across more than 100 countries. DXC is at the forefront of agentic AI and platform orchestration for insurance, embedding AI directly into on-premises and cloud policy administration systems. Unlike competitors who require costly system replacements or full cloud migrations, DXC enables insurers to harness the power of AI and intelligent automation on their existing technology estate - protecting investment while accelerating transformation. At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with DXC Technology to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: We're building something special at DXC Technology DXC Technology is committed to building diverse, inclusive teams. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage interest from women, underrepresented groups, and neurodivergent candidates. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the hiring process and are dedicated to creating a supportive, accessible environment for everyone." We are looking for a dynamic insurance industry Product Advocacy Champion with expertise in Life & Composite and/or the London Market and Lloyd's ecosystem, including carrier, reinsurer, broker, and MGA markets. This role, Product Advocacy Manager, sits at the intersection of go-to-market strategy and execution, digital product marketing, InsurTech product-fit positioning, analyst influence, sales enablement and market engagement. In short: you will help position and competitively showcase DXC as the leader in agentic AI and insurance technology transformation. You are a go-getter and strategic storyteller, comfortable both driving from behind the scenes and commanding the spotlight. You create visibility, generate momentum, and make noise in the right places. You move fast with a self-starter mindset - but you won't be working in isolation. You'll have full access to leaders across marketing, product, and sales, translating market insights into sharp positioning, GTM execution, and roadmap influence. This is the role for someone energized by outpacing competitors for mindshare, who knows how to ignite customer-centric narratives, and who influences effectively across every channel where the market pays attention. Key Responsibilities Establish messaging frameworks and compelling product positioning content for technical and non-technical audiences. Be accountable and responsible for executing go-to-market strategies for product launches. Collaborate and partner with marketing teams to expand campaign reach. Synthesize competitive intelligence and market perspectives to sharpen positioning, sales enablement, and to inform regional recommendations for GTM execution. Collaborate with analyst relations team and drive regional AR results. Serve as the resource to competitively articulate DXC's differentiated value propositions with AI and policy administration technology for your markets. Contribute with thought leadership for ghostwriting or by-lined content and show up as a charismatic, credible presence on stage and in the InsurTech market. Build and partner with sales, product, and marketing teams to create enablement assets and campaign content. Qualifications & Attributes Required: Proven experience in technology go-to-market, product marketing, or product management within insurance markets. Required: strong familiarity or experience positioning technology, Insurtech, or Artificial Intelligence within Life, Composite, London Market, Lloyd's, or P&C sectors. Understanding of policy administration systems, insurance platform technology, insurance data ecosystems, or BPS environments. Preferred: Experience with product advocacy or marketing in agentic AI, platform orchestration, and policy administration systems. Demonstrated ability to build and deliver product positioning and GTM strategies that cut through in competitive insurance technology markets. Skilled at analysing market trends and translating insights into clear, compelling business value for insurance audiences. A confident, collaborative communicator across leaders, product, sales, marketing, analysts, and external audiences. A journalism mindset - curious, fast, and able to find and tell the story that matters. Passionate about agentic AI, AI enablement, customer experience, InsurTech innovation, and insurance technology transformation. Thrives in fast-paced environments and adapts easily across time zones and geographies. About DXC Technology DXC Technology is a leading Fortune 500 global technology services and software company. DXC's Insurance Software & BPS business is one of the world's leading providers of insurance software, policy administration technology, and business process services (BPS) to the global insurance industry - serving carriers, brokers, MGAs, and Lloyd's market participants across more than 100 countries. DXC is at the forefront of agentic AI and platform orchestration for insurance, embedding AI directly into on-premises and cloud policy administration systems. Unlike competitors who require costly system replacements or full cloud migrations, DXC enables insurers to harness the power of AI and intelligent automation on their existing technology estate - protecting investment while accelerating transformation. At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf.
Our client Scottish Power are looking for a Security Operations Lead for an initial 12 month contract role, which will in all likelihood extend further. This is based at the client offices in Glasgow, working hybrid, 3 days in the office. SP Energy Networks (SPEN) has kicked off an ambitious security transformation programme to transparently reduce risk, achieve compliance with NIS regulations and deliver a cyber resilient business, the Security Operations Lead will be essential in achieving our goals. The Security Operations Lead will be a subject matter expert on security incident detection and response. They will drive continuous improvement across the outsourced SOC and in-house SOC teams of analysts and engineers. Youll have experience of configuring SIEM tools, onboarding sources, writing processes and alerts, understanding business environments and managing incidents affecting applications and infrastructure across a varied technology stack spanning operational technology and information technology environments. You ll also be able to undertake post incident reviews to identify root causes and put follow-up mitigations in place. The postholder will work within a security operations team containing various cyber security functions such as threat intelligence, identity & access management, response & recovery and vulnerability management. What Youll be doing Support the Security Operations Manager in the running of BAU activities Implement and maintain 3rd line security incident / event management, escalation and technical response process and investigate suspected and actual incidents / events. Acting as a key escalation point in the team to the relevant team/individual Design, implement, manage, monitor, and upgrade security measures for the protections of the information systems and networks Identify and feedback any potential improvements from a cyber perspective to OT systems and infrastructure Ensuring incident identification, assessment, quantification, reporting, communication, mitigation and monitoring Ensuring compliance to policy, process, and procedure adherence and process improvisation to achieve operational objectives Revise and develop processes to strengthen the current Security Operations Framework Review policies and highlight the challenges in managing SLAs Ensuring daily management, administration & maintenance of security technology to achieve operational effectiveness Ensure the orchestration and integration of security services and platforms to maximise its usage and coverage The role will be integrated into an active and ambitious global cyber security function, contributing to SPEN s cyber security purpose of delivering cyber resilient OT and IT, to enable a safe and reliable electricity supply to customers What Youll bring Skills and experience in understanding at a technical level security operations. Awareness of key legislation and regulation impacting IT/OT General Control requirements in an energy utility. Experience in working within a SOC. Record of academic achievement, including some form of recognised qualification from further education, such as a degree or diploma. Good oral and written communication skills. Must be a proven team player to work, promote and consolidate efficient team working relationships.
Aug 04, 2026
Contractor
Our client Scottish Power are looking for a Security Operations Lead for an initial 12 month contract role, which will in all likelihood extend further. This is based at the client offices in Glasgow, working hybrid, 3 days in the office. SP Energy Networks (SPEN) has kicked off an ambitious security transformation programme to transparently reduce risk, achieve compliance with NIS regulations and deliver a cyber resilient business, the Security Operations Lead will be essential in achieving our goals. The Security Operations Lead will be a subject matter expert on security incident detection and response. They will drive continuous improvement across the outsourced SOC and in-house SOC teams of analysts and engineers. Youll have experience of configuring SIEM tools, onboarding sources, writing processes and alerts, understanding business environments and managing incidents affecting applications and infrastructure across a varied technology stack spanning operational technology and information technology environments. You ll also be able to undertake post incident reviews to identify root causes and put follow-up mitigations in place. The postholder will work within a security operations team containing various cyber security functions such as threat intelligence, identity & access management, response & recovery and vulnerability management. What Youll be doing Support the Security Operations Manager in the running of BAU activities Implement and maintain 3rd line security incident / event management, escalation and technical response process and investigate suspected and actual incidents / events. Acting as a key escalation point in the team to the relevant team/individual Design, implement, manage, monitor, and upgrade security measures for the protections of the information systems and networks Identify and feedback any potential improvements from a cyber perspective to OT systems and infrastructure Ensuring incident identification, assessment, quantification, reporting, communication, mitigation and monitoring Ensuring compliance to policy, process, and procedure adherence and process improvisation to achieve operational objectives Revise and develop processes to strengthen the current Security Operations Framework Review policies and highlight the challenges in managing SLAs Ensuring daily management, administration & maintenance of security technology to achieve operational effectiveness Ensure the orchestration and integration of security services and platforms to maximise its usage and coverage The role will be integrated into an active and ambitious global cyber security function, contributing to SPEN s cyber security purpose of delivering cyber resilient OT and IT, to enable a safe and reliable electricity supply to customers What Youll bring Skills and experience in understanding at a technical level security operations. Awareness of key legislation and regulation impacting IT/OT General Control requirements in an energy utility. Experience in working within a SOC. Record of academic achievement, including some form of recognised qualification from further education, such as a degree or diploma. Good oral and written communication skills. Must be a proven team player to work, promote and consolidate efficient team working relationships.
Release Manager - Product & Platform Delivery £75,000 - £90,000 | Hybrid - 1-2 days per week in Middlesbrough office 83zero are proud to be partnered with a leading software and technology business who are shaping the future of their industry. This is an organisation where innovation meets impact, where collaboration drives delivery, and where the right people are empowered to make a real difference. We're now on the lookout for a Release Manager who will sit right at the heart of product delivery - orchestrating how new products and features are planned, released, and enabled across the entire business. This is a high-profile, business-critical role with the chance to shape processes, influence decision-making, and ensure releases aren't just delivered on time, but land successfully with customers, partners, and internal teams. The Role This isn't about ticking boxes or enforcing heavy processes. Instead, it's about bringing clarity, alignment, and energy to the release cycle. From the very start, you'll be Embedded in the release planning process - working closely with product managers and engineering leaders to define capacity, scope, and priorities. You'll ensure teams don't overcommit, that delivery plans are realistic, and that progress is tracked with meaningful data. Once the scope is set, your focus will shift to alignment across the wider business. Marketing, sales, customer support, consulting, migration - everyone needs to be "release ready," and you'll be the person who makes sure that happens. Running the charter process will be central to your work, capturing release definitions, tracking their evolution, and keeping stakeholders informed every step of the way. You'll also play a vital role in governance and enablement. That means balancing just enough process to keep things on track, without creating unnecessary bureaucracy. It means acting as the bridge between technical and commercial teams, ensuring that expectations are set, communication is clear, and plans are practical. In short, you'll be the person who makes sure great ideas actually reach the market - smoothly, predictably, and with impact. What We're Looking For We're not hung up on titles - you might come from a background in product management, programme management, or engineering operations - but what matters most is your ability to see the bigger picture and connect the dots. You'll combine a strong understanding of software/product delivery with excellent business awareness and communication skills. Proven experience managing and orchestrating software or product releases across multiple teams Strong background in capacity planning, roadmap alignment, and release governance Hands-on experience with tools like Jira, Confluence, and Aha! - not just using them, but building reports, dashboards, and insights that drive decisions A data-driven approach: confident in tracking KPIs, spotting risks, and presenting insights in a way stakeholders can act on A natural communicator who can influence, align, and energise both technical and non-technical teams Someone who thrives in orchestration - bringing order to complexity and enabling success across the organisation Why Join? This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to take ownership of a role that has visibility right across the business. You'll work with talented product and engineering teams, but also partner with commercial functions - ensuring every release is not only built right, but launched right. You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values clarity over clutter, progress over process, and outcomes over outputs. Here, you'll have the freedom to shape how releases are run, the chance to scale best practices, and the platform to make a lasting impact.
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
Release Manager - Product & Platform Delivery £75,000 - £90,000 | Hybrid - 1-2 days per week in Middlesbrough office 83zero are proud to be partnered with a leading software and technology business who are shaping the future of their industry. This is an organisation where innovation meets impact, where collaboration drives delivery, and where the right people are empowered to make a real difference. We're now on the lookout for a Release Manager who will sit right at the heart of product delivery - orchestrating how new products and features are planned, released, and enabled across the entire business. This is a high-profile, business-critical role with the chance to shape processes, influence decision-making, and ensure releases aren't just delivered on time, but land successfully with customers, partners, and internal teams. The Role This isn't about ticking boxes or enforcing heavy processes. Instead, it's about bringing clarity, alignment, and energy to the release cycle. From the very start, you'll be Embedded in the release planning process - working closely with product managers and engineering leaders to define capacity, scope, and priorities. You'll ensure teams don't overcommit, that delivery plans are realistic, and that progress is tracked with meaningful data. Once the scope is set, your focus will shift to alignment across the wider business. Marketing, sales, customer support, consulting, migration - everyone needs to be "release ready," and you'll be the person who makes sure that happens. Running the charter process will be central to your work, capturing release definitions, tracking their evolution, and keeping stakeholders informed every step of the way. You'll also play a vital role in governance and enablement. That means balancing just enough process to keep things on track, without creating unnecessary bureaucracy. It means acting as the bridge between technical and commercial teams, ensuring that expectations are set, communication is clear, and plans are practical. In short, you'll be the person who makes sure great ideas actually reach the market - smoothly, predictably, and with impact. What We're Looking For We're not hung up on titles - you might come from a background in product management, programme management, or engineering operations - but what matters most is your ability to see the bigger picture and connect the dots. You'll combine a strong understanding of software/product delivery with excellent business awareness and communication skills. Proven experience managing and orchestrating software or product releases across multiple teams Strong background in capacity planning, roadmap alignment, and release governance Hands-on experience with tools like Jira, Confluence, and Aha! - not just using them, but building reports, dashboards, and insights that drive decisions A data-driven approach: confident in tracking KPIs, spotting risks, and presenting insights in a way stakeholders can act on A natural communicator who can influence, align, and energise both technical and non-technical teams Someone who thrives in orchestration - bringing order to complexity and enabling success across the organisation Why Join? This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to take ownership of a role that has visibility right across the business. You'll work with talented product and engineering teams, but also partner with commercial functions - ensuring every release is not only built right, but launched right. You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values clarity over clutter, progress over process, and outcomes over outputs. Here, you'll have the freedom to shape how releases are run, the chance to scale best practices, and the platform to make a lasting impact.