An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Test Assurance Manager to establish and lead a brand-new Testing Governance and Assurance function for a major UK utilities provider. Reporting into senior leadership, this is a foundational role where you’ll define the testing strategy, shape the operating model, and build a team from the ground up. You’ll ensure testing excellence across a complex portfolio of programmes and suppliers, driving quality, consistency, and collaboration across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement the testing strategy, standards, governance, and processes Establish and lead the Test Assurance function, including team formation and development Oversee test planning, execution, and reporting to ensure alignment with business and regulatory requirements Champion continuous improvement and best practice across internal teams and suppliers Build strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure assurance adds real value Title: Test Assurance Manager Salary: £65,000 Location: South Birmingham (Hybrid – 2 days per week on site) About You ISTQB certified (Foundation level or above) Strong background in testing, governance, and assurance Proven experience developing or maturing test assurance or QA functions Skilled in test planning, defect management, and reporting (manual and automated) Excellent stakeholder management skills Experience within the UK energy or utilities sector is highly desirable This is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a newly created leadership role with real influence and long-term growth potential. We are an equal opportunity recruitment company. This means we welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. We are particularly invested in Neurodiversity inclusion and offer reasonable adjustments in the interview process. Reasonable adjustments are changes that we can make in the interview process if your disability puts you at a disadvantage compared with others who are not disabled. If you would benefit from a reasonable adjustment in your interview process, please call or email one of our recruiters.