D365 Test Lead

ao.com; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electricals retailer in Bolton is seeking a D365 Test Lead to own and define the test strategy for its D365 transformation programme. This hands-on leadership role involves establishing automation frameworks, integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring the quality of software releases. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with ERP testing, excellent leadership skills, and relevant certifications. The company offers attractive benefits including a generous holiday allowance, pension contributions, and wellness perks.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

5% pension contribution

Discounted gym membership

On-site parking and breakfast perks

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience defining test strategy across ERP programmes (D365 F&O/WMS).
• Strong knowledge of automation frameworks, CI/CD, and environment lifecycle management.
• Hands-on experience with integration and non-functional testing (performance, load, security).

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the end-to-end test strategy aligned to programme goals.
• Co-own test forums and reporting cadence with the Group Test Manager.
• Drive shift-everywhere practices for early risk identification.

Skills

Test strategy definition

Automation frameworks

Integration testing

Non-functional testing

CI/CD

SDLC understanding

Excellent communication

Education

ISTQB Advanced Test Manager

Microsoft Certified (D365 SCM, Finance, Azure DevOps Engineer)

ITIL Foundation

Job description

Job Title

D365 Test Lead

Contract Type

Permanent

Department

Tech

Location

Bolton Hybrid

Region

North West

County

Greater Manchester

Job Overview

We’re looking for a Test Lead to take ownership of testing across our D365 transformation programme. This role is all about ensuring quality and readiness at every stage of delivery. You’ll define and maintain the end‑to‑end test strategy, making sure environments, tooling, automation, and governance are in place to support a smooth release cadence.

You’ll work closely with programme leadership, developers, and vendors to embed testing best practices from design through to deployment. From managing requirements traceability and defect lifecycles to leading integration and non‑functional testing, you’ll be the go‑to person for all things quality.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll establish automation frameworks, integrate suites into CI/CD pipelines, and enforce secure‑by‑design principles. You’ll provide real‑time dashboards and KPIs to give stakeholders confidence in application quality, integration stability, and readiness for progression.

Here’s What You Can Expect To Be Doing

• Define and maintain the end‑to‑end test strategy aligned to programme goals and release cadence
• Co‑own test forums and reporting cadence with the Group Test Manager
• Set and enforce test policies, standards, entry/exit criteria, and definition of done across all phases
• Drive shift‑everywhere practices for early risk identification and testability in design
• Provision and maintain SIT, UAT, and pre‑production environments with secure, stable configurations
• Establish and evolve automation frameworks and integrate suites into CI/CD pipelines
• Lead integration and non‑functional testing: performance, load, scalability, resilience, and security
• Maintain a disciplined defect lifecycle and ensure timely triage and resolution
• Provide dashboards and KPIs for test coverage, defect trends, and readiness

A Few Things About You

• Proven experience defining test strategy across ERP programmes (D365 F&O/WMS)
• Strong knowledge of automation frameworks, CI/CD, and environment lifecycle management
• Hands‑on experience with integration and non‑functional testing (performance, load, security)
• Ability to define, present, and track KPIs for test coverage, automation health, and readiness
• Understanding of SDLC, release management, and Microsoft update cadence within ERP programmes
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to engage stakeholders and vendors
• Preferred certifications: ISTQB Advanced Test Manager, Microsoft Certified (D365 SCM, Finance, Azure DevOps Engineer), ITIL Foundation

A Bit About Us

When it comes to appliances and electricals, we’ve got the lot. Washing machines? Yep. TVs? Check. Laptops? Absolutely. Everything except doorbells (just kidding, we’ve got those too).

We’re known for helping our customers brilliantly - and it’s no different for AOers. We care about more than what’s on your CV, because together we can do extraordinary things.

Our benefits are designed to cover the moments that matter to AOers. From health and wellness to giving back - you’ll be rewarded inside and outside of work.

• Holidays; 25 days, plus bank holidays (increasing to 27 days after 2 years with us!)
• Pension; Contribute 5% of your annual salary and we’ll do the same, giving you a little extra support for the future.
• Be a VIP at the AO Arena; we have loads of opportunities to win free tickets and pre‑sale access!
• Health & wellbeing; discounted gym membership, an onsite spa and our Help @ Hand scheme giving you access to virtual GP’s, Mental Health support and much more.
• Discounts; exclusive discounts across our product range.
• Family leave; Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave.
• Making a difference; 2 fully paid days a year to donate your time to any charity of your choice.
• On‑site perks; start your day with free on‑site parking, grabbing a complimentary breakfast and a coffee at our subsidised Starbucks!