Analyst: Application Testing

Norton Rose Fulbright LLP; North East; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Rose Fulbright LLP is seeking a Testing Analyst to support the EMEA Finance Systems Team, focusing on QA and testing for the firm's finance software (Aderant Sierra) and related practice management systems. You will plan and execute tests, assist with UAT, and drive defects to resolution while collaborating with IT, finance and third‑party providers.

The role requires strong SQL, testing tool proficiency, and knowledge of FPMS in a professional services environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science, software engineering or equivalent.
• Professional software testing qualification preferred (CAST/CMST/CSTP).
• 5+ years in testing finance or professional services software.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and execute manual functional testing, SIT and regression testing for FPMS and customisations.
• Support UAT with business teams and track defects.
• document test plans, cases and summary reports with clear traceability.
• Collaborate with IT and third-party providers to resolve issues and ensure quality across the SDLC.
• Assist in translating business requirements into technical solutions and identify system enhancements.

Skills

Testing expertise

SQL proficiency

Stakeholder communication

Finance operations knowledge

Agile/Waterfall familiarity

Education

Degree in computer science or software engineering

Professional software testing qualification (CAST/CMST/CSTP)

Tools

Aderant Sierra

Test management tools

Automation scripting

Job description

Practice Group / Department:

IT Regional - Project & Program Management - London

Job Description

Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm with more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across locations in the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East. We provide the world's preeminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service.

With over 50 offices and 7,000 employees worldwide, our culture is the thread that connects us, as well as our values of unity, quality and integrity. Our strategy and culture are connected - defined by shared ambition, global collaboration and a one-team mindset. We believe pioneering work happens when people are empowered to think beyond boundaries, explore new opportunities and grow through diverse experiences. Alongside the right skills and experience, we look for people who are innovative, commercially minded, and motivated by the impact of the work they do - ready to share in our ambition and help shape what comes next.

Because while individuals can do well, together we achieve something extraordinary.

The Role

The Finance Systems Team is responsible for supporting the core EMEA finance system (Aderant Sierra), including time, billing, expenses, vendors, tax and reporting. We are seeking a Testing Analyst, ideally with Aderant and Finance Operations experience and/or knowledge, to join our EMEA team.

This role supports the provision of finance system quality by ensuring the functionality of the firm's EMEA finance systems, and will have responsibility for the quality assurance (QA) and testing of financial management software and related practice management systems and integrations.

Key Responsibilities

• Application Testing: plan, design and perform manual functional testing, system integration testing (SIT), technical testing, regression testing and end-to-end testing for software customisations, new modules, patches and upgrades.
• User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Support: support user teams with acceptance testing.
• Defect Management: identify, document / map, track and resolve bugs and faults.
• Documentation: produce and maintain clear and concise testing documentation, including plans, test scripts, test cases, and summary reports.
• Quality Assurance: provide thorough quality assurance throughout the development lifecycle and document the results of test cycles.
• Issue Resolution: collaborate with third-party providers and IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve system issues.
• Continuous Improvement: assist Product Owner and application analysts with translating business requirements into technical solutions and identifying opportunities for system enhancements.

Skills and Experience Required

We are seeking a meticulous, experienced tester with strong problem-solving skills and a history of working with financial systems and, ideally, finance operations.

You will need to be able to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders at all levels across the business, particularly among IT, finance operations and third-party providers.

You'll also need the following skills and experience:

• Ideally degree educated in computer science or software engineering and/or a holder of a professional software testing qualification such as CAST, CMST or CSTP and/or 5+ years of experience in similar roles.
• Testing experience and/or expertise testing finance practice management systems (FPMS).
• Expert SQL proficiency and competence with test management tools and programming languages for automation.
• Experience within a law firm or other professional services environment.
• Familiarity with core finance processes and principles (general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, forecasting, reporting) ideal.
• Ideally experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies, working in a software testing environment.
• A meticulous problem-solver with a proactive approach to work.
• Willingness to upskill on the job through internal and external training.
• Able to demonstrate discretion, sensitivity and confidentiality.
• Team player - flexible and willing to take on extra responsibilities to support departmental or firm objectives.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential.
Our new enabled work model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people's health and overall wellbeing. Find more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any tailored adjustments or accommodations, please let us know here.