Test Analyst

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt is seeking a Test Analyst for a public sector organization in Glasgow. This permanent role involves developing and executing test plans, participating in testing strategies, and enhancing automated testing tools, while promoting best practices across the software development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have proven experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in software testing and familiarity with Agile environments.
• Ability to develop and execute test plans and scripts.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement test strategies across IT projects.
• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and scripts.
• Collaborate with teams on testing scope and deliverables.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Proven experience as a Test Analyst

Solid understanding of testing principles

Tools

JMeter

Qmetry

Jira

MS Project

Visio

Job description

Morgan Hunt are working with a public sector organisation in Glasgow to recruit a Test Analyst on a permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Test Analyst to support the delivery of high-quality software solutions by developing and executing test plans, contributing to testing strategies, and championing best practices across the software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design and implementation of test strategies across IT projects.
• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
• Collaborate with project teams to define testing scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Support the use and enhancement of automated testing tools and frameworks.
• Carry out defect logging, tracking, and reporting.
• Participate in risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all testing activities align with data protection and regulatory standards.

Essential Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Test Analyst or in a software testing role.
• Solid understanding of testing principles and tools such as JMeter and Qmetry.
• Exposure to automated testing frameworks and Agile development environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.

Desirable:

• Familiar with PRINCE2 and TMMi.
• Experience using Jira, MS Project, Visio, and unit testing frameworks.

Up to £45,500 per year

Permanent role

Hybrid working (Glasgow-based)




Please get in touch for further information.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.