Release Manager

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Release Manager

to play a critical role in delivering safe, predictable and high‑quality technology releases across Adica’s core platforms. About the Role

Reporting to the Program Director, the Release Manager is accountable for planning, governing and executing technology releases across Adica’s technology landscape, with a strong focus on Guidewire InsuranceSuite (PolicyCenter, BillingCenter and ClaimCenter) and associated integrations. This role is offered as a

12‑month fixed‑term contract . It is a hands‑on delivery and governance role that sits across projects and BAU, coordinating release calendars, environments, deployment activities and go/no‑go decisions. You’ll work closely with engineering, QA, operations, security, vendors and business stakeholders to ensure releases are compliant, well‑tested, traceable and business‑ready. In addition to day‑to‑day delivery, you’ll drive continuous improvement in release practices, tooling and automation, helping improve change success rates and reduce operational risk. What You’ll Be Responsible For

In this role, you will: Plan and govern enterprise‑wide releases across projects and BAU, maintaining a clear and coordinated release calendar. Run release readiness reviews, go/no‑go forums and post‑implementation reviews. Coordinate deployment activities, environment usage, code promotion and cut‑over planning across multiple teams. Manage and maintain deployment runbooks, back‑out plans and post‑release validation activities. Lead and coordinate releases across Guidewire PolicyCenter, BillingCenter and ClaimCenter, including integrations. Ensure testing coverage, sign‑offs and non‑functional requirements (performance, security, operability) are evidenced prior to release. Monitor and report on release KPIs such as change success rates, failures and recovery times. Coordinate issue escalation, root cause analysis and lessons learned following failed or impaired releases. Partner closely with Program, PMO, Technology, QA, Security and vendor teams to ensure release readiness. Communicate release scope, timing, risks and business impacts clearly to stakeholders. Standardise release artefacts, templates and processes, and uplift release maturity through coaching and knowledge sharing. What You’ll Bring

You’ll bring strong release leadership experience, sound judgement and the ability to create clarity in complex delivery environments, including: 5+ years’ experience in Release Management, Change Management or delivery governance roles. Proven experience coordinating releases across Guidewire InsuranceSuite and complex integrated platforms. Hands‑on experience with CI/CD pipelines and release tooling such as Azure DevOps, Jira, Git, Jenkins or similar. Strong understanding of change, risk and incident management within regulated environments. Experience planning and executing cut‑overs, back‑out strategies and post‑release validation for mission‑critical systems. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence across cross‑functional teams. Experience in general insurance or financial services is highly regarded. Tertiary qualifications in IT (or equivalent experience), familiarity with DevOps practices, ITIL v4 and exposure to Azure cloud environments are desirable. Why You\'ll Love Working at Adica

At Adica, people are our greatest asset, and we\'re committed to creating an environment where you can thrive. Recognised as an Employer of Choice, celebrating our commitment to culture, flexibility, and people‑first values. Some of the benefits you\'ll enjoy include: Big discounts on car insurance for you and your family. 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave for all parents, plus superannuation on both paid and unpaid leave (up to 52 weeks). Quarterly Wellbeing Leave days and the ability to swap Public Holidays. A supportive Wellbeing Program and year‑round employee events. Recognition Programs through monthly awards and the annual Excellence Awards. Strong culture of internal progression and career development Access to the Go1 learning platform with thousands of courses Leadership development programs in partnership with Hello Monday to support and empower your growth as a leader Hybrid working model- the best of both worlds. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free, 24/7 support for you and your family. Be part of community initiatives, fundraising drives, and volunteer events throughout the year Novated Leasing options And more because your wellbeing matters to us. Who We Are

Adica Insurance is an Australian-operated and regulated general insurer, backed by the global strength of the MS&AD Insurance Group, one of the world\'s top 20 insurance and financial services groups. Adica exists to make insurance more human, more helpful, more transparent, and more empowering for our customers. We support our people with the same care and clarity. Together, we\'re creating a workplace where people thrive, teams collaborate, and customers feel truly supported. What to Expect from Us

We aim to make the recruitment process as smooth and respectful of your time as possible. Once you apply, our Talent Team will review your application. If your experience aligns with the role, we\'ll be in touch for an initial phone conversation to get to know you better. From there, the process usually includes two interviews with our team. Throughout the process, we\'ll keep you informed and provide timely updates because we know how important clarity is when you are job hunting. Accessibility & Support: If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let your recruiting contact know when they first reach out. We\'re committed to creating an inclusive experience for everyone. Ready to bring structure, confidence and discipline to enterprise releases? Apply now Recruitment is being managed in‑house. No agency contact, please. Unlock job insights

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