Role Purpose
The Finance Test Manager is responsible for defining and implementing the testing strategy and ensuring the quality and compliance of Finance systems and processes impacted by change activity.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive test plans, strategies, and frameworks for Finance systems, ensuring alignment with the firm‑wide Change Handbook.
- Coordinate with project managers and business stakeholders to define test scope, objectives and deliverables.
- Lead the execution of functional, regression and performance testing for Finance‑related systems.
- Manage and oversee the testing team to ensure adherence to testing timelines and quality standards.
- Develop and maintain automated test scripts and ensure effectiveness of automated testing efforts.
- Create, maintain and disseminate comprehensive test evidence.
- Collaborate with Finance, IT and other business units to understand testing requirements and ensure alignment.
- Facilitate communication between the testing team, development team and business units to resolve testing issues.
- Organise and lead stakeholder meetings to discuss test progress, challenges and resolutions.
- Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, monitor and report progress.
- Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Establish metrics and KPIs to measure effectiveness and efficiency of testing activities.
- Conduct post‑implementation reviews to assess success and identify areas for improvement.
- Provide regular updates and reports to senior management.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in testing, QA or a related role within the Financial Services sector.
- Proven track record managing testing activities for large‑scale Finance projects.
- Strong understanding of testing methodologies, tools and processes.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and manage multiple stakeholders.
- Proficiency in test‑management and automated testing tools.
- Knowledge of UK Financial regulations and compliance requirements.
Key Competencies
- Strategic Thinking – develop and implement long‑term testing strategies for Finance systems.
- Problem‑Solving – strong analytical skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
- Adaptability – adjust to changing project requirements, timeframes and regulatory needs.
- Collaboration – work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams and build strong relationships.
- Attention to Detail – high level of accuracy and precision in all aspects of work.
Work Level
Manager / Expert
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive pension (18% of salary, 13% employer and 5% employee contributions), Share Save, Share Incentive Plan, financial wellbeing support services, 38 days annual leave including bank holidays (with an option to purchase up to 5 extra days), flexible time off, comprehensive parental leave, private healthcare, critical illness cover and life assurance.
Equal Opportunity
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage diversity, including those with disabilities and returning from military service.
