REF072 - Lead Consultant - Test Manager - SE

Ten10 Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in software quality in the UK is seeking an experienced Lead Test Consultant to define and manage test strategies. You'll lead teams in a collaborative environment, ensuring quality and accountability. With a focus on risk-based planning and stakeholder management, this role offers exciting projects and growth opportunities. The company supports a hybrid working model, providing a vibrant work culture and multiple benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Employer-matched pension contributions

Health benefits including medical and dental

Subsidized gym memberships

Season ticket loans

Training and development opportunities

Team socials and events

Flexible working model

Qualifications

• Strong test management skills with accountability for planning and execution.
• Experience in risk-based test planning and managing escalations.
• Expertise in non-functional testing methodologies and processes.
• Confident in stakeholder and vendor management.
• Strong background in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Track record of leading UAT efforts.
• Experience mentoring test teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute all test activities.
• Develop test strategies focused on risk prioritization.
• Drive continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving.
• Manage vendor and third-party relationships.
• Mentor and guide test teams.
• Oversee performance non-functional test activities.
• Engage stakeholders during UAT cycles.

Skills

Test management

Risk-based test planning

Non-functional testing

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

UAT leadership

Team mentoring

Job description

Join Ten10 as a Lead Test Consultant / Test Manager

Location: South London – 3 days’ onsite

Type: Permanent

At Ten10, we’re passionate about helping businesses deliver quality software faster, smarter, and more reliably. We’re one of the UK’s leading independent consultancies specializing in Quality Engineering, Software Testing, RPA, and DevOps, and we’re looking for a dynamic and experienced Lead Test Consultant to join our growing team.

If you thrive on solving challenges, love mentoring teams, and enjoy working closely with stakeholders in fast-paced environments, this could be your next big move!

Why Join Ten10?

We’re proud to offer a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive work environment where your contributions are celebrated. Here’s what sets us apart:

• Exciting Projects:Collaborate on high-impact projects for leading organizations.
• Growth Opportunities:Tailored training and development programs to help you achieve your career goals.
• Supportive Culture:Be part of a team that values innovation, creativity, and collaboration.
• Flexibility:A hybrid working model to help you maintain a work-life balance.

The Role

As a Lead Test Consultant, you’ll bring your hands-on expertise to define and manage test strategies throughout the delivery lifecycle. You’ll lead functional, performance, and automation teams while working closely with stakeholders to deliver exceptional results.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Test Management:Plan, manage, and execute all test activities, includingsystem, integration, and user acceptance testing.
• Risk-Based Planning:Develop test strategies with a focus on risk prioritization and mitigation.
• Process Improvement:Drive continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:Work confidently within amatrix organization, managing vendor and third-party relationships.
• Team Leadership:Mentor and guide test teams, fostering a culture of quality and accountability.
• Non-Functional Testing:Oversee performance and other non-functional test activities, ensuring best practices are applied.
• Automation Awareness:Bring knowledge of test automation methodologies and best practices.
• User Acceptance Testing (UAT):Manage and engage stakeholders effectively during UAT cycles.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a Test Manager who’s not just a technical expert but also an inspiring leader who enjoys working in a collaborative environment.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Strongtest managementskills with accountability for planning and execution.
• Experience inrisk-based test planningand managing escalations.
• Expertise innon-functional testingmethodologies and processes.
• Confident instakeholder and vendor management, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration.
• A strong background inAgile and Waterfallmethodologies.
• A track record of leading UAT efforts and driving process improvements.
• Experience mentoring and guiding test teams to achieve high performance.

Desirable Skills:

• Background in aconsultancyenvironment.
• Eligible forSC Clearance.

What’s in It for You?

At Ten10, we believe in recognizing and rewarding your hard work. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Annual Leave:25 days, with 1 extra day every year for the first three years.
• Pension Plan:Employer-matched contributions up to 5%.
• Health Benefits:Coverage for medical, dental, optical, and alternative therapies.
• Fitness Perks:Subsidized gym memberships and a bike-to-work scheme.
• Commuter Benefits:Season ticket loans to make your commute easier.
• Tailored Development:Training opportunities to help you grow and thrive.
• Social Events:Team socials, annual kick-off, Christmas parties, and more!
• Flexible Working:Enjoy a hybrid working model for better work-life balance.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re a passionate and experienced Lead Test Consultant, ready to lead challenging projects and inspire a team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and let’s shape the future of software quality together!