Overview
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We are seeking an organised and proactive Project Test Co-ordinator to support testing activities for large, multi-vendor integration programmes. You will work closely with Programme Managers, Solution Architects, Business Analysts, Product Owners, and the wider delivery team to understand functional and non-functional testing requirements and coordinate test activities to align with project timelines.
Note: TfL is currently unable to provide sponsorship to candidates for this role.
Key Information
* Job title: Senior Test Analyst - Project Test Coordinator
* Salary: circa £74,500
* Grade: 3
* Contract type: Permanent
* Reference: 3154
* Team: Testing
* Directorate: TfL Corporate
* Contract details: TfL
* Location: Pier Walk / Hybrid
* Application closing date: Tuesday 13th January 2026
Responsibilities
* Co-ordinate all testing phases, including System Testing, System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Regression, and Non-Functional Testing for multi-vendor programmes
* Work with Development teams, Project Managers, Business Analysts, and external vendors to ensure testing objectives align with business goals
* Create and maintain key test artefacts, including test strategies, detailed test plans, and test completion reports, ensuring alignment with project objectives and quality standards
* Develop and communicate the test plan and schedule, ensuring all testing activities are carried out effectively and on time
* Support defect triaging, tracking, prioritisation, and resolution with internal and external stakeholders
* Provide regular updates to senior stakeholders on testing progress and quality metrics
* Identify and communicate potential risks related to testing activities and help mitigate them
* Ensure adherence to testing standards and best practices across the programme
* Monitor test schedules and resources to ensure efficient use and on-time delivery of testing
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across the organisation and with external stakeholders
* Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate testing progress, issues, and risks to technical and non-technical audiences
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Expertise in defect handling, triaging, tracking, and risk management
* Ability to lead and influence teams and external vendors to ensure testing is aligned with project goals
* Proficient in using testing tools and frameworks such as Selenium, SpecFlow, Azure DevOps, and performance testing tools like JMeter
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
* Experience in tracking key testing metrics and aligning them with overall project schedules
* Solid understanding of automation testing tools and techniques, and ability to promote automation to reduce reliance on manual testing where possible
Knowledge
* In-depth knowledge of testing methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, and V-Model
* Understanding of different types of testing including System, Integration, UAT, Regression, and Non-Functional Testing
* Familiarity with test management tools, such as Azure DevOps, Jira, and Confluence
* Knowledge of defect management processes and risk mitigation strategies
* Understanding of industry regulations (e.g., GDPR)
Experience
* Strong experience in a Test Co-ordinator / Test Manager or similar role supporting multi-vendor integration programmes
* End-to-end testing lifecycle management from planning to execution and closure
* Experience in Agile environments and supporting end-to-end testing processes
* Experience in creating and managing test documentation, including Test Plans and Test Completion reports
* Experience with test tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, and other testing frameworks
* Experience in risk-based testing, defect management, and mitigation planning
Equality, Diversity And Inclusion
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We aim to represent the city we serve and make recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria.
Benefits
In return for your commitment and expertise, you will enjoy excellent benefits and opportunities to grow. Benefits include: final salary pension, free travel on the TfL network, reimbursement of part of National Rail or 28-day flexi-ticket, 30 days annual leave plus holidays, hybrid working, private health care (optional), cycle-to-work scheme, various offers, discounted travel, and hybrid working balance.
Note: Some interviews/assessments could be organised at short notice. Details subject to business requirements.
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