Test Manager - Workday Finance Programme (m/f/d) | London, UK | Hybrid

Emagine Consulting; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Test Manager for a pivotal role in the Workday Finance Programme. This position is essential for ensuring the quality of testing procedures within the Future of Finance initiative. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, a solid grasp of test management tools, and the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to shaping the future of finance through innovative testing strategies and collaborative efforts. If you are a motivated consultant eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in test management within business change programmes.
• Solid understanding of testing methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee testing activities, ensuring quality objectives are met.
• Develop and maintain test strategies and plans.

Skills

Test Management

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Root Cause Analysis

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

Test Manager - Workday Finance Programme (m/f/d)

Emagine Consulting is seeking experienced freelance consultants to fill the role of Test Manager for the Workday Finance Programme. This leadership position is crucial for ensuring the quality and effectiveness of testing procedures for the Future of Finance (FoF) programme. Ideal candidates will demonstrate exceptional planning, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to lead a team in achieving project milestones.

Main Responsibilities

• Oversee all testing activities for the FoF programme, ensuring all cycles meet quality objectives on time and within budget.
• Develop and maintain test strategies, plans, and procedures.
• Define testing scope, objectives, and deliverables for each test phase.
• Identify and manage testing-related risks.
• Lead and motivate a team of testers from Finance and IT.
• Coordinate the creation and execution of test scripts and use cases.
• Provide timely updates to stakeholders regarding test progress and results.
• Identify areas for improvement in testing processes and tools.
• Ensure defects are reported, assigned, and resolved promptly.
• Work closely with stakeholders to align testing efforts with programme requirements.

Key Requirements

• Solid understanding of test management tools, techniques, and methodologies.
• Hands-on test management experience in a business change programme environment.
• Demonstrated stakeholder management skills at all seniority levels.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to influence and lead a team towards common goals.
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Experience managing testing for Workday implementations.
• Experience within financial transformation programmes is a major plus.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps in a test management capacity is advantageous.

Nice to Have

• Experience working in the London Insurance market.
• Release and cutover management experience.

At Emagine, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment. We encourage independent IT consultants motivated to excel and bring their expertise to a collaborative partnership. Together, we shape the future!

Interested?

If you are up for the challenge and want to learn more, contact us immediately. Our internal recruitment team is eager to hear from dynamic individuals looking to further their careers and explore their full potential. Emagine is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment practices based solely on merit, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy, religion, or ethnic origin.