IT Transition and Test Lead

Marshalls PLC; Elland; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshalls PLC is seeking an IT Transition & Test Lead to drive the quality assurance landscape in a digital transformation journey. This role encompasses leading QA strategies, fostering collaboration, and implementing testing frameworks, essential for delivering user-centric digital solutions. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in QA leadership, knowledge of testing methodologies, and experience with Azure DevOps. Join a company committed to making a real impact with a supportive and diverse workplace.

Benefits

37.5 flexible hours

34 days annual leave

Health care cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount on products

Share purchase scheme

Life assurance

5% company-matched pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading QA efforts in complex technical environments.
• Deep knowledge of testing methodologies: manual and automated.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a high-performance QA team culture.
• Design strategies and execute test frameworks tailored to business needs.
• Create and oversee test plans, scripts, and cases.
• Champion automation and implement necessary tools.

Skills

Leadership

Testing Methodologies

Analytical Thinking

Education

Computer Science or Information Technology

QA Certifications (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE)

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

IT Transition & Test Lead
Elland – with flexible working
Competitive salary + benefits

Marshalls plc is the UK’s leading hard landscaping, building and roofing products supplier and has supplied some of the most prestigious landmarks in the UK since the 1890s. We’ve held a Superbrand status since 2010, and we’re a successful FTSE 250! Every step we take and every product we make, is geared towards making the world around us a better place to live.

We’re excited to be hiring for a brand-new role at Marshalls - IT Transition & Test Lead, reporting directly to our Director of Development, to help shape the future of our digital transformation journey. This is an opportunity to step into a role that’s been created with intention and vision. As our organisation accelerates its digital transformation we are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking IT Transition & Test Lead, someone ready to make an immediate impact and shape the future of our quality assurance landscape.

So, what's the mission?
As the IT Transition & Test Lead, you will lead the charge in defining how quality is embedded into every stage of our software development process. From setting up world-class testing strategies to enabling and driving automation and fostering collaboration across development teams, your leadership will ensure we deliver robust, user-centric digital solutions that support business goals.

Responsibilities:-

• Lead & Inspire: Work with architects and engineers to establish a collaborative, high-performance QA team culture
• Design Strategy: Build and execute test frameworks and QA processes tailored to business needs
• Plan Testing: Create and oversee test plans, scripts, and cases that cover all critical functionality
• Release testing: Responsible for testing of production environments in our release schedule
• Champion Automation: Identify and implement automation tools to enhance speed and accuracy
• Measure Quality: Define KPIs and metrics to monitor and improve software performance
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with development and operations to ensure a seamless end-to-end development lifecycle
• Solve Problems Fast: Detect, triage and track bugs—keeping everyone informed along the way
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Promote best-in-class QA practices and innovative tools to raise the bar
• Report Insights: Share clear, actionable testing results with leadership and stakeholders
  
  Mission-critical skills
  We’re looking for a skilled professional who brings:
• A track record of leading QA efforts in complex technical environments, with a hands-on approach to both strategy and execution.
• Deep knowledge of testing methodologies, including both manual and automated approaches.
• Experience with industry testing tools, Azure DevOps test management and working knowledge of Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall development models.
• Proven & Effective Leadership and communication expertise, with the ability to inspire teams and influence across functions.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a passion for continuous improvement.
• A relevant academic background (such as Computer Science or Information Technology) and professional certifications in QA (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE) are desirable.

What’s in it for you
You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact, you’ll collaborate with senior leaders across the business, gain valuable exposure, and benefit from professional development, modern tools, and the support you need to grow your career.

If you're a proactive quality leader with a passion for creating exceptional digital experiences, this is your chance to take ownership, drive change, and help us build something extraordinary.

Some of the Benefits include;

• 37.5 flexible hours Monday – Friday
• 34 days per annum or the equivalent in hours (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Health care cash plan – support with Dental, Optical, Prescription costs, and many more!
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount on products
• Share purchase scheme
• Life assurance
• 5% company-matched pension scheme

More about Marshalls
Our operations are organised into three distinct divisions: Landscape Products, Building Products, and Roofing Products. Marshalls Landscape Products stands out as the leading UK manufacturer of high-quality natural stone and innovative concrete hard landscaping products. We cater to the construction, home improvement, and landscape markets, offering superior solutions. Marshalls Building Products serves as a reliable supplier of concrete drainage products, concrete bricks, ready-to-use mortars, and aggregates. Marley Roofing Products is recognised as a leader in the manufacturing and supply of pitched roofing systems. Our product range includes clay and concrete tiles, timber battens, roof-integrated solar solutions, and various roofing accessories.

Equal Opportunities
Whoever you are and whatever your background, you’ll find a fair and supportive workplace. You’re unique and we want you to bring every part of who you are to work, every day.

We’re committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. To us, this is more than a legal, moral, or ethical necessity – it’s the right thing to do! We want our team to reflect the diverse nature of society and the communities we serve. Marshalls is a workplace where you’re valued for the contribution you make, and where you can grow and develop by being entirely yourself!

Closing Date: Monday 28th July
No Agencies, thank you!