Test Manager

Trilogy International, A Korn Ferry Company; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Test Manager with a robust background in Private and Retail Banking. This exciting contract role offers the chance to lead testing for critical payment systems and ensure compliance with ISO 20022 standards. You will manage the entire testing lifecycle, collaborate with various stakeholders, and use your expertise in payments to deliver high-quality solutions. If you are a proactive leader with a passion for problem-solving and a strong understanding of the banking sector, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in the financial services domain!

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in test management, especially in financial services.
• Deep understanding of ISO 20022 and payment systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire test lifecycle for payment systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define test requirements.

Skills

Test Management

Payments Systems Knowledge

ISO 20022 Expertise

Private Banking or Retail Banking Background

Problem-solving

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Trilogy International, A Korn Ferry Company

Job Title: Test Manager (Day Rate Contract)

Location: Hybrid (London)

Duration: 6 Month

Rate: Up to £600/day Outside IR35

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Test Manager with a strong background in Private Banking or Retail Banking, specializing in Payments and ISO 20022 standards, to lead testing activities for a key project within our financial services team. This is a contract position offering a competitive day rate, and we are looking for someone who can start immediately. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end testing processes, ensuring that all payment systems and integration solutions meet business and technical requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test Management: Lead and manage the entire test lifecycle, including test strategy, planning, execution, and reporting. Ensure testing aligns with project milestones and deadlines.
• Payments Domain Expertise: Use your deep knowledge of payment systems and protocols to ensure that all payment solutions, including SWIFT, SEPA, and other international payment methods, are properly tested.
• ISO 20022 Expertise: Oversee testing of ISO 20022 implementations, ensuring the successful migration, integration, and validation of data formats.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with business analysts, developers, and other stakeholders to define test requirements and ensure that testing supports business objectives and compliance standards.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Private Banking or Retail Banking Background: Proven experience working in a banking environment, with a focus on payments systems, transaction processing, and related technologies.
• ISO 20022 Expertise: In-depth knowledge and experience with ISO 20022 messaging standards, including implementation, testing, and migration.
• Payments Systems Knowledge: Strong understanding of various payment systems, including SWIFT, SEPA, ACH, and real-time payments.
• Test Management Experience: Significant experience managing testing for complex IT projects, particularly in financial services.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to manage complex issues and deliver solutions under pressure.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Finance

Industries

• Banking