Junior Test Analyst

ExamWorks Group; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Premex Group in Bolton is seeking a motivated Junior Test Analyst to join the QA team. You will deliver high-quality testing across programmes and projects, supporting all phases of the testing lifecycle from definition to execution and reporting. A structured development plan is in place to progress into a non-junior role.

You will work within a cross-functional team, ensuring compliance with IT security standards and assisting in resolving production issues to minimise business disruption.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths are required.
• Awareness of software testing and its importance to business success.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Engage fully in training and development opportunities to build your testing expertise.
• Perform a range of software testing activities and support UAT on complex initiatives.
• Define, prepare, execute, and report on testing activities in line with the Test Strategy.
• Ensure testing outputs meet business requirements and quality standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support testing delivery.
• Contribute to test scoping, impact assessments, and effort estimation.
• Identify risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies.
• Support business stakeholders in planning and executing UAT.

Skills

GCSEs English/Maths

Testing awareness

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Proactive & organised

Education

ISTQB certification

Degree in Software Engineering

Agile & Waterfall understanding

Tools

Selenium WebDriver

Job description

Junior Test Analyst

Location: Bolton BL6 6QQ

Salary: £27,000.00 - £30,000.00

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Test Analyst to join our QA team at Premex Group. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality testing across programmes, multiple projects, and smaller change initiatives.
Working within a cross-functional team, you will support all phases of the testing lifecycle – from defining the approach through to execution and reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in software testing, with a structured development plan in place to progress into a non-junior position.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage fully in training and development opportunities to build your testing expertise
• Perform a range of software testing activities and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) on complex and high-profile initiatives
• Define, prepare, execute, and report on testing activities in alignment with the overall Test Strategy
• Ensure all testing outputs are high quality and meet business requirements
• Apply risk-based testing techniques and clearly communicate approach and rationale
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to support testing delivery
• Contribute to test scoping, impact assessments, and effort estimation
• Identify and communicate risks, issues, assumptions, and dependencies
• Support business stakeholders in planning and executing UAT
• Ensure compliance with IT security standards and best practices
• Assist in resolving production issues to minimise business disruption
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes, tools, and standards

About You

Essential:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Awareness of software testing and its importance to business success
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly
• Ability to manage time effectively across multiple activities
• A proactive, organised, and flexible approach to work

Desirable:

• ISTQB certification
• Degree (2:1 or above) in a Software Engineering or related discipline
• Understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies
• Experience or exposure to tools such as Selenium WebDriver
• Knowledge of UI/API automation, performance, and load testing
• Familiarity with Test Driven Development and Continuous Integration

What We’re Looking For

• A collaborative team player who is eager to learn and grow
• Someone who can build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• A proactive individual who takes ownership of their work
• A continuous learner who embraces feedback and development opportunities

Why Join Us?

• Structured development plan to support your career progression
• Opportunity to work on meaningful, high-impact projects
• Supportive team environment with experienced mentors
• Exposure to modern testing tools, techniques, and practices

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