Test Manager

TXP Technology x People; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Test Manager to oversee the quality assurance function across internal and client projects. The ideal candidate will manage a testing team, enforce best practices in manual and automation testing, and play a crucial role in ensuring software quality throughout the development lifecycle. The role offers a hybrid working model and emphasizes collaboration with clients to align testing strategies with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience leading testing teams in a technology environment.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle.
• Ability to drive implementation of testing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the testing team effectively.
• Collaborate with clients to utilize the test team efficiently.
• Participate in test planning and execution.

Skills

Quality assurance leadership

Testing best practices

Collaboration

Manual and automation testing

Job description

Job Description Job Title : Test Manager Location : Hybrid – West Midlands and Client Site Role Purpose Our Technology Division has been trusted for over a decade to deliver critical digital projects globally. We handle the entire delivery lifecycle, from business requirements to development, QA, release, and production support.Every TXP engagement follows robust solution and project governance, and we offer standardised “as a service” solutions where appropriate.The Test Manager will lead the quality assurance function across internal and client projects, managing QA resources and coordinating partner teams as required. This role is responsible for driving best practices in testing, including manual, automation, performance, and security testing, while ensuring adherence to established standards throughout the software development lifecycle. The Test Manager will actively participate in test planning, execution, and defect resolution, championing quality engineering principles and supporting successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the testing team, including direct line management and matrix management of client and partner resources as required.
• Collaborate with clients to ensure effective utilisation of the test team in line with business objectives.
• Drive the implementation of best practices across all...