Test Analyst

AXA UK plc; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking a talented Test Analyst to join their Digital Trading Solutions team in Ipswich. The role involves testing SME Digital products and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of projects. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills. The company offers a hybrid working model with flexibility, a salary up to £25,000, and numerous employee benefits, including private health insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%)

Private health insurance

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in a testing environment is preferred but not essential.
• Knowledge of commercial insurance in underwriting is preferred.
• Eligibility to work in the UK is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Use testing tools within the Polaris ProductWriter suite.
• Collaborate with Commercial Data Dictionaries to perform testing.
• Support Polaris developments for internal and external systems.

Skills

Relationship management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Polaris ProductWriter

Job description

It's an exciting time to join the Digital Trading Solutions team at AXA. We are seeking a talented Test Analyst to join our growing team. In this role, you'll test SME Digital products using Polaris ProductWriter testing tools for internal and external systems supporting AXA Commercial Lines.

At AXA, we promote a flexible work environment, allowing you to work from home at least two days a week, increasing to three days towards the end of 2025. Initial training will require up to 8 weeks at our Ipswich office, after which you'll transition to a hybrid working model. We also consider flexible arrangements like condensed hours.

Responsibilities:

• Use testing tools within the Polaris ProductWriter suite.
• Collaborate with Commercial Data Dictionaries to estimate and perform testing of ProductWriter developments.
• Demonstrate proficiency in front-end data capture for software systems.
• Support Polaris developments for internal and external systems, ensuring stakeholder requirements are met on time.
• Produce high-quality deliverables and work closely with IT, testing resources, and software vendors.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Suggest process improvements and optimize use of ProductWriter tools.
• Ensure Polaris ProductWriter usage complies with current standards.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience in a testing environment is preferred but not essential.
• Knowledge of commercial insurance in underwriting is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills.
• Interest in developing and delivering product changes.
• Eligibility to work in the UK is mandatory.

Additional Information:

AXA is committed to diversity and inclusion, actively encouraging applications from all backgrounds. We are recognized as a Disability Confident Leader and participate in the 'Offer of Interview' scheme. All candidates will undergo pre-employment checks and background screening as per industry regulations.

Benefits:

• Salary up to £25,000, dependent on experience.
• Performance-based bonus.
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%).
• Life Assurance (up to 10x salary).
• Private health insurance.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Option to buy or sell additional leave.
• Wellbeing resources and employee discounts.

We aim to provide feedback promptly after interviews and will conduct background checks before employment begins. For questions about the package or next steps, contact your Talent Acquisition representative.