Programme Test Manager

Sanderson; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Programme Test Manager for a contract in the West Midlands to oversee the test strategy for a complex platform migration within a financial services business. The role includes leading end-to-end test strategies, managing all testing phases, and ensuring communication between teams. Offering £700 - £800 per day, with hybrid work flexibility, this is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals to contribute to a significant project.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading test strategies for complex projects.
• Strong understanding of system, integration, and user acceptance testing.
• Ability to foster communication between testing teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of test strategies aligned to project objectives.
• Oversee all phases of testing including system and user acceptance testing.
• Monitor testing progress, track quality metrics, and manage defect lifecycles.

Skills

Test strategy development

End-to-end testing

Effective communication

Quality metrics tracking

Risk management

Job description

Programme Test Manager

West Midlands - 2x a week on site

6-month initial contract - scope to extend

£700 - £800 per day - Umbrella engagement

Sanderson recruitment is currently partnered with a financial services business who require a Programme Test manager to oversee the overarching Test strategy of a large complex Platform migration.

• Lead the development and execution of end-to-end test strategies and plans aligned to project objectives.
• Oversee all phases of testing including system, integration, and user acceptance testing.
• Foster clear and effective communication between testing teams and key stakeholders, including project managers, developers, and business analysts.
• Monitor testing progress, track key quality metrics, and manage defect lifecycles to ensure transparency and timely resolution.
• Uphold compliance with quality standards and industry best practices, proactively identifying and mitigating risks that could impact timelines or deliverables.
• Develop contingency plans to address potential testing issues and maintain delivery confidence throughout the project lifecycle.

Reasonable Adjustments:

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