Job Description

Hello Future IT Release Manager

RMB is a place where exceptional people create their own opportunities by challenging the conventional and driving sustainable impact.
United by our proud heritage, strong ethics and philosophy of Traditional values. Innovative ideas, it’s the magic of our people and culture that sets us apart.
Now, is the time to imagine your next move with South Africa’s number one employer in Financial Services for 2025, where you can embrace the power of collective thinking to unlock unique opportunities for our clients and society.

In this role you will coordinate and manage IT releases into the production environment.

​ Are you someone who can:

Set up release meetings and planning of projects.Plan 3 months in advance based on:Release dates.New developments going into production.Impact on business.Schedule and chair the release forum:Ensure developments are complete in accordance to release dates.Ensure agreement on list of priorities.Identify key stakeholders that impact release into the area.Have an understanding of upstream changes to understand the impact thereof.Log changes and obtain sign off on change request from relevant stakeholders.Ensure lists are updated on a continuous basis.Approve all changes before commissioned into a live environment.Provide input at meetings to assist in prioritization to help business make informed decisions.Assist with understanding of breakdown of releases for complete changes.Take into consideration BT capacity utilized for updatesIdentify successes, failures and learnings post every release and compile a report.Escalate findings and in conjunction with manager put contingency plans in place for continuous improvement in the area.Build and maintain professional working relationships with all stakeholders, displaying excellent abilities to initiate dialogue, listen, advise, influence and negotiate to achieve win-win outcomes.Initiate meetings with key stakeholders to track progress, manage expectations and ensure stakeholders’ requirements are delivered.Preserves relationships despite airing conflicting views and seeks mutual gains when addressing conflicts.Anticipates consequences and adapts problem solving based on continual feedback.Act speedily to resolve problems, queries and complaints.Adapt communication styles to meet the needs of different audiences.Demonstrates pride in the organization’s brand, services and products by consistently delivering on the brands promise.Plan and manage own workflow, anticipating obstacles, juggling priorities and following through on objectives within agreed timeframes and according to quality standards.Stay relevant and up to date with legislations and new development.Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback.Handle stress in ways that do not negatively impact others.Take ownership of personal career development, leveraging formal and informal opportunities.Act in an ethical, transparent and morally defensible manner, including highlighting unethical practices.Continually share, debate and communicate learning’sFlag and debate issues constructively.Contribute to a friendly, co-operative climate in working with others to achieve collective goals.Be sensitive to others feelings, needs, values, views and attitudes and be courteous and diplomatic when dealing.

You will be an ideal candidate if you:

Have a relevant degreeHave worked in a similar role and have experience with Release ManagementPrevious experience within Investment Banking will be advantageous

You will have access to:

Opportunities to network and collaborateOpportunities to innovate

We can be a match if you are:

Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough toObsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!

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Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

21/03/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.