Test Manager
Posted 1 week ago by NP Group
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
London, UK
Summary: We are looking for a Test Manager to lead the testing strategy and execution for multiple projects on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, along with hands-on testing expertise. This role is crucial for ensuring high-quality deliverables that align with business objectives. The position offers a flexible working arrangement between London and remote work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and implement the overall test strategy, approach, and plan for assigned projects or programmes
- Lead, mentor, and manage test teams (onshore/offshore), ensuring effective resource allocation
- Coordinate all testing phases including system, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT)
- Collaborate with project managers, developers, business analysts, and stakeholders to ensure quality objectives are met
- Establish and monitor test metrics, KPIs, and reporting to provide clear visibility of quality status and risks
- Identify, track, and manage defects, ensuring timely resolution and appropriate prioritisation
- Ensure adherence to testing standards, processes, and best practices
- Manage test environments, test data, and tooling requirements
- Drive continuous improvement in testing processes, automation, and quality assurance practices
- Support release planning and go-live activities, including risk assessments and sign-off
Key Skills:
- Proven experience as a Test Manager or Test Lead in complex IT environments
- Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and lifecycle (eg, Agile, Waterfall, DevOps)
- Experience managing large or distributed test teams
- Hands-on experience with test management and defect tracking tools (eg, JIRA, TestRail, ALM)
- Strong understanding of test automation frameworks and practices
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Detailed Description From Employer:
Contract: Test Manager
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 3 months
Location: London/Remote
Rate: Negotiable
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Test Manager to join our team on a contract basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the testing strategy, planning, and execution across multiple projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables and alignment with business objectives. This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and hands-on testing expertise.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and implement the overall test strategy, approach, and plan for assigned projects or programmes
- Lead, mentor, and manage test teams (onshore/offshore), ensuring effective resource allocation
- Coordinate all testing phases including system, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT)
- Collaborate with project managers, developers, business analysts, and stakeholders to ensure quality objectives are met
- Establish and monitor test metrics, KPIs, and reporting to provide clear visibility of quality status and risks
- Identify, track, and manage defects, ensuring timely resolution and appropriate prioritisation
- Ensure adherence to testing standards, processes, and best practices
- Manage test environments, test data, and tooling requirements
- Drive continuous improvement in testing processes, automation, and quality assurance practices
- Support release planning and go-live activities, including risk assessments and sign-off
Key Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience as a Test Manager or Test Lead in complex IT environments
- Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and lifecycle (eg, Agile, Waterfall, DevOps)
- Experience managing large or distributed test teams
- Hands-on experience with test management and defect tracking tools (eg, JIRA, TestRail, ALM)
- Strong understanding of test automation frameworks and practices
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in [industry/domain, eg, financial services, healthcare, telecoms]
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern development practices
- Relevant certifications (eg, ISTQB Advanced Level, Agile certifications)
Deliverables:
- Comprehensive test strategy and plans
- Regular status reports and quality dashboards
- Defect management and resolution tracking
- Test completion reports and sign-off documentation
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