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Cloud Environment & Release ManagerOracle Fusion ERP Programme | Higher Education Our higher education client is seeking an experienced Cloud Environment & Release Manager to take ownership of the Oracle Fusion ERP environment landscape across a major ERP transformation programme. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring Oracle Fusion environments are managed effectively throughout the programme lifecycle, including quarterly Oracle updates, environment refreshes, release planning, testing coordination, and the establishment of sustainable BAU processes. The successful candidate will work closely with programme leadership, technical teams, and external partners to drive a structured and reliable release management function. Key ResponsibilitiesEnvironment & Release ManagementOwn the planning, scheduling, and execution of Oracle Fusion quarterly patching activities across Development, Test, Pre-Production, and Production environments. Coordinate environment refreshes, cloning activities, and release deployments in line with programme and business priorities. Manage release calendars, dependencies, risks, and stakeholder communications. Ensure downtime notifications, change controls, and risk assessments are completed and communicated effectively. Programme CollaborationPartner with the Programme Director, technical leads, and business stakeholders to plan and coordinate all Oracle ERP environment activities. Establish strong working relationships across Service Design & Transition, Testing, Platform Engineering, and wider programme teams. Support the successful transition of Oracle Fusion services from programme delivery into business-as-usual operations. Testing & Quality AssuranceCoordinate regression, integration, and user acceptance testing activities following quarterly Oracle updates. Work with functional teams to ensure appropriate testing coverage and readiness. Manage defect resolution activities alongside Oracle, system integrators, and internal support teams. Maintain regression test packs and release readiness documentation. Governance & ComplianceEnsure all environment and release activities are fully documented, controlled, and auditable. Support access governance, security reviews, and role-based access control (RBAC) processes. Prepare evidence and documentation to support internal and external audit requirements. Vendor & Stakeholder ManagementAct as the primary point of contact for Oracle Support Requests and escalation management. Work closely with system integrators, third-party suppliers, and internal IT teams to resolve environment and release-related issues. Provide regular updates to programme leadership and key stakeholders. Continuous ImprovementDevelop and implement a repeatable release and patch management framework for long-term operational success. Identify opportunities to automate and improve release and environment management processes. Monitor Oracle's product roadmap and support planning for future functionality and platform enhancements. Essential Experience & SkillsProven experience as a Cloud Environment Manager, Release Manager, or Environment & Release Lead within a complex technology programme. Hands-on experience managing Oracle Fusion Cloud environments (or similar enterprise SaaS ERP platforms). Strong understanding of:Quarterly SaaS release cycles and patch management Environment refreshes and cloning activities Release planning and deployment governance Regression and integration testing processes Experience working with integrations and middleware technologies, ideally Boomi. Understanding of security, compliance, audit requirements, and RBAC controls. Strong stakeholder management and vendor engagement skills. Ability to build effective relationships across technical and business teams. Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills. Key DeliverablesA robust Oracle Fusion Environment & Release Management Playbook. Structured quarterly patch and release schedules. Comprehensive testing, communication, and readiness plans. Regression test packs and release governance documentation. Embedded operational processes to support a smooth transition from programme delivery into BAU support. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in a large-scale Oracle Fusion transformation programme, helping to establish the processes, governance, and operational foundations required for long-term success. Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. 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Engineering Process Architect Must have an Active DV Clearance - Provide technical guidance and assurance to ensure supplier engineering processes align with overarching MOD governance requirements. Engineering Process Architect Responsibilities - Design, develop and optimise engineering processes and governance frameworks supporting Major Service Change. - Work with MOD stakeholders to define engineering processes that accommodate different categories of service change. - Integrate continuous delivery pipeline tooling and automated testing into engineering processes. - Support the development and improvement of supplier engineering processes, governance and associated tooling. - Assess supplier processes against MOD engineering standards and governance requirements. - Provide technical assurance and recommendations to improve engineering delivery. - Advise MOD and supplier stakeholders on engineering process design, implementation and compliance. - Ensure engineering processes support effective systems integration and multidisciplinary collaboration. - Identify process inefficiencies, risks and improvement opportunities. - Develop practical, scalable engineering solutions aligned with technical delivery requirements. - Support continuous improvement across engineering lifecycle processes and governance. Engineering Process Architect Skills and Experience - Strong technical engineering background with experience in systems design, integration or related disciplines. - Proven experience designing, developing and implementing engineering processes and governance frameworks. - Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and engineering lifecycle methodologies. - Experience supporting complex engineering programmes or major service change initiatives. - Knowledge of continuous delivery pipelines, automated testing and engineering tooling. - Experience assessing engineering processes against governance and compliance requirements. - Strong understanding of multidisciplinary engineering delivery and technical integration. - Experience working with suppliers and senior technical stakeholders. - Strong analytical, problem-solving and process improvement capabilities. - Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and technical advisory skills. - Experience working within MOD, Defence or other complex engineering environments would be advantageous. - Relevant engineering or technical qualifications would be desirable. - Experience with project management methodologies and engineering lifecycle frameworks would be beneficial. To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button. Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted CVs will be contacted. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.