Release and Transition Manager

Shape the future of superannuation with us.
At UniSuper, we're committed to delivering great retirement outcomes for our members. With deep roots in the university sector, we're now a place where future-focused Australians come together. We're proud of our track record, and even prouder of our culture, one that's built on genuine care, collaboration, and a passion for outcomes. We know where we're going, and we'd love you to help lead the way.

About the team
The Delivery and Information team is the engine room behind UniSuper's core systems and platforms. We ensure high availability, stability, and performance across the board. Our mission? To partner with business units, simplify and scale operations, and deliver the technology that powers UniSuper's strategy.

Your new role
As the
Release and Transition Manager
, you'll lead the enterprise release management function across UniSuper's technology landscape. You'll set the strategic direction, ensure compliance with regulatory and audit requirements, and drive continuous improvement. This is a high-impact role where you'll collaborate with senior stakeholders and oversee the successful delivery of all enterprise releases.

What you'll be doing

• Define and execute the strategic vision for enterprise release management.
• Lead and mentor the Enterprise Release team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Chair the Enterprise Release Governance Committee and represent the function at executive forums.
• Ensure compliance with APRA CPS 230 and CPS 232, and manage audit interactions.
• Own the enterprise release calendar and coordinate across portfolios.
• Facilitate Go/No-Go meetings, release communications, and post-implementation reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement through robust testing, validation, and lessons learned.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and strategic vendors.
• Act as the escalation point for major release issues and incidents.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Business Continuity, or related field.
• 5+ years in IT Service Management, with a proven track record in enterprise-wide release management.
• Experience in complex, multi-vendor environments.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Deep understanding of regulatory compliance and audit requirements.
• Desirable: ITIL certification, cloud technology experience, and knowledge of financial services.

Key competencies

• Strategic thinking and risk management
• Influential leadership and collaboration
• Analytical problem-solving
• Regulatory expertise
• Clear and confident communication

Why UniSuper?
We're more than just a super fund, we're a community. We offer a supportive, inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is encouraged. Join us and be part of a team that's shaping the future of retirement in Australia.

We believe that the best way to achieve great things is when we come together and collaborate. Therefore, we ask you to be able to commit to 60% of your time in office.

UniSuper's high performance culture is supported by a range of benefits that demonstrates our commitment to ensuring our employees achieve their full potential, thrive, and grow their career with us. These include:

• A personal development budget of $1500 to support employees in their professional growth.
• Exceptional parental leave to support employees in balancing their work and family responsibilities.
• Mental physical and financial well-being initiatives

At UniSuper, we value and celebrate diversity and inclusion in our workplace, where everybody can thrive. We believe that having a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, interests, abilities, and skills is crucial for delivering great retirement outcomes for our members. We invite you to apply for the roles that suit your career aspirations, even if you don't meet all the requirements listed.