Functional Test Lead

Avance Consulting; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a professional with substantial experience in the UK Utilities and Energy sector, specializing in CRM Billing and project management. The ideal candidate will develop testing strategies, manage delivery teams, and enhance multi-functional collaboration while navigating industry standards. Candidates should have a strong grasp of DevOps and pertinent testing methodologies, with a focus on optimizing integration and test management for operational success.

Benefits

Free services subject to limitations

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of overall experience, including 7 years in Utilities.
• 2 years experience in CRM Billing applications.
• Experience with Energy distribution-specific software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive testing strategy.
• Manage delivery across all platform delivery teams.
• Oversee test execution, monitoring progress and reporting results.

Skills

CRM and Billing in Utilities accounts

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Tools

Azure DevOps

Testing Methodologies

Automation (JAVA & Selenium)

Job description

Required Core Skills:
-CRM and Billing in Utilities accounts
-MHHS program
-Project Management

Nice to have skills:
-Azure Devops
-stakeholder management

Overall experience : 8-10 yrs
Experience in Utilities domain : 7 years
Experience in CRM Billing applications : 2 years

Detailed Job Description:

Experience of working in UK Utilities and Energy sector and Knowledge of Energy distribution-specific software is advantageous.
Fair Knowledge on CRM Billing applications and has worked in Utilities Industry.
Stay up-to-date on industry best practices like MHHS program, CRM Billing.
Develop and implement a comprehensive testing strategy, aligned with the overall program objectives and timelines.
Understanding of testing methodologies, Create test plans, including test scope, objectives, and resource allocation.
Oversee test execution, monitor progress, report on test results, Identify and manage testing risks, Track defects, prioritize fixes, and ensure timely resolution.
Ability to identify and resolve testing-related issues and Explore opportunities for test automation(including JAVA & Selenium can be beneficial).
Experience in DevOps dashboards ,work and test management, front end transformation programs for overall Integration and Test Management.
Responsible for managing the delivery of the client's solution across all platform delivery teams.
Excellent communication skills to interact with multi-functional teams and Work closely with development teams, business analysts, vendors, and project & delivery managers.

* Free services are subject to limitations