At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and execute quality assurance for SAP systems, ensuring top-notch automation testing.
- Company: Global law firm focused on innovation and client success.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Embrace a collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the legal tech space.
- Qualifications: 8+ years in QA with strong SAP experience and automation skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
The role resides in the Quality Assurance and Test team within the SAP platform team, reporting to the Product & Platform QA and Test Manager. This is both a lead and hands‑on position designed to ensure quality outcomes aligned with our business strategy, focusing on all SAP systems and integrated application interfaces for DLA Piper’s Finance and HR systems automation.
As a senior automation QA, you will bring a high level of experience in all activities associated with the Quality Assurance and Test Lifecycle, with up‑to‑date testing techniques and tool knowledge. Experience across SAP ecosystems, deep proficiency in Jira, test tools, and test automation is critical.
The role champions quality, represents business needs and expectations at all points, and takes an appropriate assurance approach to enable successful change. In addition to technical expertise, fostering meaningful relationships, influencing effectively, and contributing to a world‑class culture are key.
- Ensure optimal approach to assurance and testing is taken
- Support rapid delivery through test automation, tools and best practices
- Meet quality needs and expectations, including functional and non‑functional requirements
- Provide stakeholders with relevant quality information to support decision‑making
Responsibilities:
- QA & Test Lifecycle – Lead and contribute at all levels of the quality lifecycle (planning, design, management, execution, reporting) across SAP S/4HANA, SuccessFactors, Concur and integrated applications in a complex landscape.
- Informing & Aligning on Strategy & Approach – Support development of test strategy & approach, aligning with best practices to support change & release.
- Automation Tools & Techniques – Drive governance and standardisation of QA tools, with an automation‑first approach to building and maintaining reusable frameworks. Leverage Tosca, Playwright, Jira, XRAY/QTest, GitLab and CI/CD to strengthen controls and improve visibility.
- Traceability & Reporting – Create traceability records from requirements to test results and share progress using the best approach.
- Stakeholder Management – Engage all stakeholders (IT, business, internal & third parties) to achieve successful outcomes.
- Continual Improvement – Promote standardisation, share lessons learned and enhance overall team maturity and effectiveness across teams.
Qualifications:
- Senior experience in large‑scale SAP/non‑SAP environments (change & release lifecycle).
- Strong knowledge across the end‑to‑end QA lifecycle.
- Proven automation and CI/CD experience.
- Skilled in Enterprise automation tools, including Tosca and Playwright (API & UI scripting).
- Experience with complex system integrations.
- Lead QA strategy, automation roadmap and continuous improvement initiatives across programmes.
- Drive QA governance, standardisation and best practices across the delivery lifecycle.
- Mentor and support QA teams to scale automation capability and maturity.
- Effective collaboration with IT, business and third parties.
- Strong attention to detail with clear, structured communication.
- Ability to communicate effectively to technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Solution‑focused with a positive, proactive mindset.
- Strong collaboration and negotiation skills.
- Expertise in test techniques across all application components.
- Proficient in Jira/XRAY.
- 8+ years’ experience in Tosca, with Tosca AS1 & AS2 certifications.
- Test automation tools – Tosca/Playwright.
- Performance test tools – J‑Meter, BlazeMeter (or similar).
- Test management tools – Jira/XRAY AI‑assisted.
- Relevant industry‑recognised qualifications (TOSCA AS1/AS2, ISTQB, ITIL v3).
About the Company: We are a global law firm helping clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.
Senior Automation Tester employer: DLA Piper International LLP
DLA Piper is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration within the Quality Assurance and Test team. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development and mentorship, ensuring our team members thrive in their careers. Located globally, our inclusive culture prioritises accessibility and support, making it a rewarding place for those seeking meaningful employment in the legal sector.
Contact Details:
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