Job Title: Test Manager – Insurance Domain
Location: London, UK – Hybrid (2–3 days onsite at client office)
Employment Type: Contract (Outside IR35) + 6 months with possible extensions
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Test Manager to lead end-to-end testing initiatives for enterprise-scale projects within the General Insurance domain. This role requires a strong blend of test management, data validation, stakeholder coordination, and hands‑on exposure to modern testing practices in Agile delivery environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Drive test strategy, planning, execution, and governance across multiple workstreams
* Manage UAT activities, defect triaging, reporting, and stakeholder communication
* Coordinate with business users, suppliers, vendors, development teams, and project leadership
* Lead testing activities across integrated application ecosystems and complex data flows
* Ensure test readiness, environment coordination, access management, and delivery tracking
* Provide guidance to QA teams and ensure adherence to testing standards and processes
* Monitor project progress, risks, audits, and status reporting for large‑scale programs
Required Skills & Experience
* Strong experience as a Test Manager within enterprise delivery environments
* Mandatory experience in UK General Insurance / P&C Insurance domain
* Good understanding of underwriting, claims, policy administration, finance, and reinsurance processes
* Ability to work with suppliers/vendors and manage UAT activities effectively
* Hands‑on experience in Data Validation, ETL/Data Migration Testing, and data‑driven projects
* Experience in Web Application Testing and Agile/Scrum delivery models
* Expertise in Jira and test lifecycle management
* Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
* Ability to work in cross‑functional and client‑facing environments
Nice to Have
* Exposure to API Testing tools such as Postman or SOAP UI
* Understanding of Automation Testing tools like Selenium or Tosca
* Basic knowledge of Performance Testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner
* Exposure to AI/GenAI testing concepts is an advantage
Preferred Background
* Experience working within interconnected enterprise application landscapes
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
* Ability to manage distributed QA teams and drive delivery ownership
Qualification
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent
Join a fast‑paced delivery environment where you will contribute to large‑scale digital transformation and testing programs within the insurance sector.
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