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Applications Analyst and Test Lead
Location: Manchester, UK (Hybrid)
Function: Global IT
We are seeking an experienced Applications Analyst and Test Lead to join our clients Global IT team. This is a key position responsible for managing and optimising our global application landscape and ensuring the quality and stability of SAP and other business-critical systems.
In this role, you will take full ownership of the application lifecycle, from onboarding and integration through to renewals, upgrades and decommissioning. You will also lead testing activities across projects and major change initiatives, helping to maintain high standards of performance and reliability across our systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the full lifecycle of business applications, including onboarding, renewals, vendor management and decommissioning.
* Provide day-to-day support, troubleshooting and coordination with vendors.
* Maintain the global applications catalogue, ensuring accurate records of licences, renewals and dependencies.
* Lead test management for SAP and integrated applications, developing and executing test plans and scripts.
* Coordinate and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and manage defect resolution.
* Ensure consistent application of quality assurance and test management standards.
About You
* Degree or diploma in IT, Business or a related field.
* Strong understanding of application lifecycle management, support and governance.
* Hands-on experience with SAP testing and integrated system landscapes.
* Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall project methodologies.
* Experience using test automation and test management tools.
* Excellent stakeholder and vendor management skills in a global environment.
Key Attributes
* Calm and effective under pressure.
* Strong communicator, able to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Detail-oriented, proactive and highly organised.
* Collaborative team player with a positive attitude and a drive to deliver quality outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a global organisation where technology underpins business success. If interested please apply or send an email with an updated CV to mo.gaibee@harveynash.com.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
* Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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