Test Lead – outside IR35 - 12 months Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our consulting client for a Test Lead on an important programme of work in the public sector. Due to CTC clearance requirements the expected start date is in September because this can take around 6-8 weeks to process. As the Test Lead you will author and own the Test Strategy, including testing approaches (manual, automated, tooling), test environment management, test planning and cycle management, test resourcing, test coverage management, test data management, test defect management, test script/scenario management, test traceability, test RACI, test governance and test reporting, test transition to BAU operations. You’ll matrix manage Test Managers, ensuring they remain consistent with the principles of the Test Strategy and have oversight over test artefact creation, having assurance responsibility over test scripts and scenarios created by Test managers test reports created by Test Managers. Experience Sought Experience of working on large scale multi-organisational transformation Programmes Experience of authoring and delivering test strategy and ensuring its consistent relevance and adherence Experience of representing Programme test function in senior governance Experience of delivering client-side and supplier-side in public sector arena Experience of running multiple test phases/events across different critical paths within same Programme Experience of working with multiple test organisations and stakeholders to deliver satisfactory test execution and exit. Experience of running test teams to deliver results. Experience of testing integrated software platforms and integrated data flows with other organisations platforms Experience of risk mitigation testing with low-maturity technical integration partners Experience of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery environments Technical Skills/Knowledge Basic understanding of SQL database software (MRI Evolution preferably but not essential) and optimal test approaches to testing transactional software Good understand of Restful APIs and how to optimise integration testing with other organisation’s software. Experience of test automation and practical applications in immature environments Experience of test management tool Jira Zephyr Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today! Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn’t for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips
Test Lead - outside IR35 in Leatherhead employer: Tatton Recruitment
Tatton Recruitment offers an exceptional work environment for TIG Pipe Welders in Bromborough, where collaboration and quality craftsmanship are at the forefront of our operations. With competitive pay rates and ample overtime opportunities, we prioritise employee growth and development, ensuring that our team members thrive both professionally and personally in a supportive culture.
