Test Manager - D365

TN United Kingdom; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a D365 Test Manager to lead quality assurance for ERP solutions. This role offers the chance to define testing scopes, develop strategies, and manage a team in a hybrid working environment. With a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring client satisfaction and delivering exceptional results. Enjoy a supportive culture that values diversity, encourages personal development, and promotes a healthy work-life balance. Join a team that thrives on innovation and growth, and be empowered to shape the future of business value delivery.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave

Medical Insurance

Free Training Courses

Free Microsoft Certifications

Modern Office Spaces

Free Barista Coffee

Casual Dress Code

Life Assurance

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

£2,500 Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• 10+ years of test management experience in Microsoft Dynamics.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Dynamics products and testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality of ERP solutions by planning and leading test processes.
• Develop full-scale test strategies and communicate expectations effectively.

Skills

Test Management

Microsoft Dynamics

Testing Methodologies

Commercial Mindset

Collaboration Skills

Tools

Test Management Tools

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Columbus is a consultancy company focused on helping organisations drive business value by advising, creating, and advancing the entire business. We deliver digital value through human intelligence, enabling our customers to innovate and grow.

Job Title: D365 Test Manager

Location: Hybrid - travel to client site or Columbus Nottingham Offices as required

Salary: Negotiable (We aim to improve your current package)

Bonus: Yes

Holiday: 25 Days, Plus Bank Holidays (Increasing with Service)

Medical Insurance: Yes (terms apply) plus additional HealthCashback Plan

Hours: Full time (36.5 hpw)

Travel/Expenses: A car is required for travel to client sites - expensed at 45p per mile from home address (excluding travel to any Columbus Office within 35mi)

THRIVE, GROW and SHAPE THE FUTURE

Diversity and Inclusion are close to our hearts. By joining our team, you will be part of a supportive network that values your voice, respects your ideas, and promotes a healthy work-life balance. Our average length of service in the UK is 8 years, as we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture that celebrates and supports career growth and advancement in becoming a Trusted Advisor.

We provide equal opportunities for everyone, ensuring a level playing field for all candidates. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds to apply for positions across our organisation, and in return, we will give you the tools and support to Thrive with us, Grow your Skillsets, and be empowered to Shape the Future.

The D365 Test team

At Columbus, we value collaboration, trust-building, curiosity, and delivering customer success. By joining our Testing team (24 members globally), you will have the opportunity to contribute to these values while continuously developing your skills and knowledge.

The role of Test Manager

Your main responsibility will be to ensure the quality of ERP solutions by planning and leading test processes, monitoring test execution, handling errors, documenting quality, and minimising risks. You will be responsible for the UK unit and customers and for building the future team.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Define project testing scope, goals, and deliverables that support quality goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
2. Develop full-scale test strategies and plans and associate communication documents. Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion
3. Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis. Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve testing goals
4. Set and continually manage testing expectations with team members and other stakeholders. Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path
5. Plan and schedule testing timelines and milestones using appropriate Test Management tools.
6. Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.

Travel and Hybrid Working

We offer an environment that provides flexibility to achieve a healthy work-life balance, whether working from home or at one of our offices around the UK. For this role, regular travel to our Nottingham Offices (NG1) is expected, but there is flexibility.

About You (The Essentials)

You bring a minimum of 10+ years of test management experience within Microsoft Dynamics, preferably from a consultancy background. Additionally, you have:

• Demonstrable, relevant Dynamics product knowledge for the role
• Commercial mindset and pre-sales knowledge
• Strong understanding of testing methodologies
• Full driver's license and access to a vehicle
• Curiosity, a desire to challenge the status quo and improve
• Ability to collaborate well with internal and external colleagues
• Commitment to personal development and becoming a Trusted Advisor in your field

What we can offer

You will be part of both a local and global team, sharing knowledge and enjoying a friendly environment. We value our employees and offer flexibility to support work-life balance.

• 25 Days Annual Leave (Increasing with Service)
• Columbus Benefits Hub – Discounts on Tickets, Shopping, Car leasing, Holidays, Food, and More
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Access to Free Training Courses Delivered by Columbus Academy
• Free Microsoft Certifications and access to Microsoft Learn
• Modern Air-conditioned Office Spaces across the UK
• Free Barista Coffee and hot drinks
• Free Beer and Fizz every day (2 - 5pm)
• Casual Dress Code
• Life Assurance x4 Salary
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme
• £2,500 referral bonus
• And many more (see our careers pages)

Employee Wellbeing Program (terms apply):

• Free 24/7 Access to Cubo Gyms
• Vitality Medical Insurance
• Westfield Health Cash plan (includes Employee Assistance Lines)
• Mental health first aiders
• Virtual suggestion boxes

Next Steps

If interested, please submit your CV via our website or apply using your LinkedIn profile. If your CV is not up-to-date, you can also connect with us on LinkedIn without it affecting your application.

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Stay Curious, Collaborate, Build Trust, and Deliver Customer Success.

Suitable for candidates with experience as: Test Manager, Tester, QA Manager, QA Analyst.

As a Microsoft Gold Partner and Inner Circle member, Columbus is recognized for thought leadership and innovation in the industry.