Senior Test Lead Consultant in London

About Scale FactoryWe are an AI enablement consultancy. Delivering quality-led AI-first foundations, embedding capability and excellence into the foundational fabric of the companies we work with. We give leaders the confidence to move faster, take smarter risks and pursue transformation. Formerly Ten10, we have deep roots in Quality which means we don't just build for the future, we ensure it actually works. We combine this engineering discipline with cutting-edge AI expertise to deliver robust, scalable foundations that turn ambitious transformation into reliable reality. Exciting Projects: Collaborate on challenging, impactful projects with a wide range of industries - from finance to government and beyondCareer Growth: Tailored training and development opportunities to help you reach your goalsTeam Culture: Join a supportive, inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity, and innovationFlexibility: Hybrid working lets you balance work and lifeAbout the RoleAs a Test Lead, you'll play a key role in ensuring our clients' systems meet the highest quality standards. You'll be hands-on and highly experienced in functional testing, spanning system, system integration, and user acceptance testing, and collaborating with stakeholders to define test scenarios and raise quality software defects. If you love diving into exploratory testing, improving coverage, and bringing fresh ideas to the table, this is the role for you. Functional Testing: Perform system, system integration, end-to-end, and user acceptance testing. Establishing appropriate test plans and reporting balancing quality risk mitigation with project constraintsTest Scenarios & Scripts: Define and maintain quality test scenarios using various design inputs. Defect Management: Identify and raise quality system defects with accuracy and clarity. Progress Tracking: Provide regular updates on testing progress via project trackers. Risk Management: Identify and escalate project risks and issues proactively. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work confidently with client stakeholders and third parties to ensure quality outcomes. Service Readiness: Support the transition of solutions into BAU environments. What We're Looking ForWe're on the hunt for an ambitious, driven Test Lead with a passion for quality and testing. If you're curious, collaborative, and comfortable in Agile environments, we want to hear from you. Key Skills & Experience: Eligibility for Security Clearance5-7 years' experience across system, system integration, and user acceptance testingExperience defining and maintaining quality test plans and approaches, scenarios and scriptsSkilled in exploratory testing techniques for improved coverageProven ability to identify, create and manage defects effectivelyComfortable leading small teams and establishing a continuous improvement cultureConfident in providing regular updates on progress and escalating risks when necessaryStrong communication and collaboration skills with stakeholders and third partiesFamiliarity with supporting service readiness into BAU environmentsExperience working in Agile delivery methodologyDesirable Skills: Background in consultancy roles. Experience with testing enterprise SaaS solutions. 25 Days of Annual Leave: Plus 1 extra day every year for the first three years, with a holiday buying scheme. Pension Plan: Employer-matched contributions up to 5%.Comprehensive coverage for medical, dental, optical, and alternative therapies. Fitness Support: Subsidised gym memberships and a bike-to-work scheme. Commuter Benefits: Season ticket loans to make travel easier. Free Annual Rail CardsElectric vehicle salary sacrifice schemeFlexible Work Model: Hybrid working that fits your lifestyle. Social Events: From annual kick-offs and Christmas parties to team socials and sporting events, we love celebrating success together. Training & Development: Tailored learning opportunities and full support for certifications to keep your skills sharp. Whether you're an experienced automation tester or a developer with a flair for QA, we want to hear from you.