Senior Test Analyst / Test Lead

Scrumconnect Consulting; Coventry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Scrumconnect Consulting, located in Coventry, is on the lookout for an experienced Senior Test Analyst/Test Lead. You will play a critical role in delivering quality assurance and testing strategies for services built on Microsoft Dynamics 365, while mentoring junior team members.

The role demands extensive experience in testing, including hands-on expertise with automation tools and Azure DevOps. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a pro-active approach towards enhancing testing practices.

Qualifications

• Experience within complex enterprise CRM programmes.
• Advanced experience using Azure DevOps for test management and defect tracking.
• Experience advising on resource planning and quality strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across multiple CRM delivery work streams.
• Own test strategy and quality assurance for Microsoft Dynamics 365 services.
• Guide and mentor junior testers while driving continuous improvement.

Skills

Extensive experience as Senior Test Analyst/Test Lead

Deep expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365

Test automation frameworks design

BDD practices leadership

Advanced Azure DevOps usage

API testing using Postman

Database testing with SQL Server

Experience mentoring junior testers

Strong stakeholder management

ISTQB Test Manager certification

Education

ISTQB Test Manager certification or equivalent

Tools

Cypress

Selenium WebDriver

Postman

SQL Server

Azure DevOps

Job description

Overview

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Test Analyst / Test Lead (SFIA Level 5) to join our team. You will provide technical leadership across multiple CRM delivery work streams, owning test strategy and quality assurance for services built on Microsoft Dynamics 365. You will guide and mentor junior testers, engage senior stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement in testing practices across blended Agile delivery teams.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience as a Senior Test Analyst, Test Lead, or equivalent role within complex enterprise CRM programmes.
• Deep hands-on expertise testing Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions across multiple project lifecycles.
• Proven ability to design and implement test automation frameworks from scratch using tools such as:
  • Cypress
  • Selenium WebDriver
  • Equivalent automation frameworks
• Strong experience leading BDD practices using:
  • Gherkin
  • Cucumber
  • Similar BDD frameworks
• Advanced experience using Azure DevOps for:
  • Test management
  • Pipeline integration
  • Defect tracking
  • Reporting
• Advanced API testing experience using Postman.
• Strong database testing experience using SQL Server.
• Experience creating and maintaining:
  • Test Strategies
  • Test Plans
  • Quality Assurance Frameworks
  • Governance Documentation
• Demonstrated experience mentoring and developing junior testing professionals.
• Experience advising on resource planning, test approaches, and quality strategies for large-scale digital programmes.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.
• ISTQB Test Manager certification (or equivalent), such as CSTM.
• Experience working within government or public sector digital delivery environments, including:
  • GDS Standards
  • GDPR
  • Information Security requirements
  • Agile delivery methodologies
  • Government Design System principles
  • Information Security Standards, including ITHCs and AtOs
  • Technology Code of Practice

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Microsoft certifications such as:
  • PL-200
  • PL-400
  • AZ-900
  • AI-900
• Previous experience within government or highly regulated environments.
• Experience developing performance and load testing strategies.
• Knowledge of:
  • Power Pages
  • Power Automate
  • Azure Functions
• Familiarity with C# plug-in development or JavaScript customisations within Dynamics 365 environments.
• Experience supporting security-focused testing and Information Technology Health Check (ITHC) activities.

Standards & Compliance

• GDS Service Standards
• WCAG 2.2 AA Accessibility Standards
• GDPR Compliance
• Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Capability Framework
• Agile Delivery Methodologies
• Government Design System principles
• Information Security Standards, including ITHCs and AtOs
• Technology Code of Practice

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strategic approach to quality assurance and testing
• Ability to influence delivery teams and stakeholders
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to operate effectively within complex Agile delivery environments
• Strong governance, risk management, and quality assurance experience

Diversity & Inclusion

At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.