Release Manager

Challenge yourself and change lives, unlocking complex system solutions as part of a highly motivated and supportive team. Our Release Managers are trusted to work closely with a wide range of clients on exciting projects with real-world purpose and impact.
CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2024 and has been named one of the 'World's Best Employers' by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.
CGI are on the hunt for a Release Manager who will be responsible for overseeing the planning, scheduling, coordination, and execution of software releases across various environments.
Please note: occasional travel will be required across Reading/ London and all candidates must hold active "SC clearance" due to customer requirements so please consider this when applying.

Your future duties and responsibilities

• Release Planning & Coordination: Develop and maintain release schedules, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical teams.
• Process Management: Establish and optimize release management processes, including automation, deployment strategies, and rollback procedures.
• Collaboration: Work closely with development, QAT, operations, and product teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of releases.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks associated with releases while resolving issues quickly.
• Deployment & Monitoring: Oversee deployment activities, validate successful releases, and monitor post-release performance to ensure stability.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain detailed release notes, documentation, and ensure compliance with security and regulatory standards.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

• Strong understanding of release management principles and software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (e.g., Git), and deployment automation tools.
• Excellent project management, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyse risks, troubleshoot issues, and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Strong communication skills to liaise between technical and business teams.
• Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies.

Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.