Test Analyst – 11314SR5

Proactive.IT Appointments Limited; Staines-upon-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Tester to support Test Execution across various projects. The role includes developing and implementing test cases, executing tests, and reporting defects. Strong skills in software testing and working within Agile environments are essential. The ideal candidate will be familiar with testing APIs and have excellent communication skills. Benefits include health insurance, flexible work options, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Full private health insurance

Group Life Insurance and Income Protection

BUPA Dental

23 days’ holiday, rising to 26 days with years of service

Holiday buy/sell scheme

Employer pension contributions up to 10%

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Work-life balance with flexible working options

Professional development programmes

Qualifications

• 2 days per week on-site, commutable to Staines-upon-Thames.
• Hands-on experience with software testing.
• Ability to work closely with BA and development teams.

Responsibilities

• Support Test Execution across multiple projects and maintenance cycles.
• Develop and implement documented test cases and prepare test reports.
• Report defects when required.

Skills

Proven track record in software testing roles with hands-on testing experience

Experience working in Agile/Scrum models

Strong testing experience with API, cross-platform testing

Strong experience in non-functional testing

Experience working with test management tools such as JIRA, TFS, and ALM

Familiarity with C# .NET, HTML, SQL, and Java

Excellent knowledge of Postman and SOAP UI for API testing

Strong attention to detail

Excellent English verbal and written communication skills

Tools

JIRA

TFS

ALM

SQL Management Studio

Selenium WebDriver

Job description

11314SR5
£32k – 35k per year

Tester

My client is looking for an experienced Tester to support Test Execution across multiple projects and maintenance cycles, from Development through to Go-Live.

This role requires 2 days per week on-site — you must be commutable to Staines-upon-Thames

You will work closely with all departments to ensure quality deliverables, building strong relationships between the business and IT while delivering software through an Agile methodology. From time to time, you will be required to perform software tests, following best practices to ensure quality and correct documentation of test procedures across all areas of software testing.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing documented test cases, executing tests, preparing test reports, and working closely with relevant departments and stakeholders to report defects when required.

Key Skills Required

• Proven track record in software testing roles with hands‑on testing experience
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum models
• Strong testing experience with API, cross‑platform testing, cross‑browser testing, web, mobile, and tablet
• Strong experience in non‑functional testing
• Experience working with test management tools such as JIRA, TFS, and ALM
• Familiarity with C# .NET, HTML, SQL, and Java
• Good experience working with SQL and SQL Management Studio
• Excellent knowledge of Postman and SOAP UI for API testing
• Ability to work closely with BA and development teams
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills

Beneficial Skills / Experience

• Automation experience, including creating and maintaining automation frameworks and scripts following coding standards
• Demonstrated experience writing test scripts from scratch in C# .NET
• Experience working with Selenium WebDriver
• Previous experience within the logistics industry
• ISTQB Advanced Level Test Analyst or equivalent certification in software testing

Benefits

• Full private health insurance through healthcare partner
• Group Life Insurance and Income Protection
• BUPA Dental
• 23 days’ holiday, rising to 26 days with years of service, plus all UK Bank Holidays
• Holiday buy/sell scheme
• Employer pension contributions up to 10%
• AIG LifeWorks Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 support for mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing
• Work‑life balance with flexible working and work‑from‑home options
• Professional development including learning and development programmes, individual development plans, formal mentorship, and professional tuition reimbursement

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