Programme Test Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking an experienced Programme Test Manager to lead the testing strategy for a major cloud transformation initiative. This role involves managing testing in a complex environment, emphasizing automation and Agile methodologies. The successful candidate will collaborate with teams and suppliers, ensuring quality assurance across regulated areas. This is a hybrid position based in London, requiring in-office presence twice a week.

Qualifications

• Strong background in test leadership within large-scale digital or cloud transformation programmes.
• Hands-on experience with cloud migration projects, particularly involving Microsoft Azure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage testing across a multi-stream cloud transformation programme.
• Streamline and modernise test approaches, with a strong emphasis on automation-first methodologies.

Skills

Test Leadership

Agile Practices

Automation Methodologies

Tools

Azure DevOps

WebdriverIO

ReadyAPI

Postman

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Location: Hybrid (London office twice a week)

Duration: 6 months (Immediate start)

We are looking for an experienced Programme Test Manager to lead the testing strategy and execution for a major cloud transformation programme. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on a high-profile digital change initiative within a large-scale, complex environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage testing across a multi-stream cloud transformation programme.
• Operate in a highly Agile environment using Azure DevOps to oversee test planning and delivery.
• Streamline and modernise test approaches, with a strong emphasis on automation-first methodologies.
• Oversee automation frameworks such as WebdriverIO, ReadyAPI, and Postman.
• Interpret and action performance engineering test results to inform system improvements.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers, resolving issues constructively and sensitively.
• Provide strategic direction to improve testing efficiency and enhance application delivery.
• Ensure quality assurance and testing are effectively aligned across regulated programme areas.

Required Experience:

• Strong background in test leadership within large-scale digital or cloud transformation programmes.
• Hands-on experience with cloud migration projects, particularly involving Microsoft Azure.
• Deep understanding of Agile practices and working within Azure DevOps environments.
• Familiarity with automated testing tools and frameworks.
• Track record of managing vendor relationships and resolving delivery conflicts effectively.
• Experience working in regulated or compliance-focused industries.