Job Description
External Dependency Test Lead – Contract (Inside IR35)
📍 Location: Warwick, UK (Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week)
📅 Contract Length: 6 months (rolling extension)
💼 Rate: £475 Inside IR35
We are looking for an experienced External Dependency Test Lead to join a large-scale transformation programme in the energy/utilities sector. The role requires a skilled test professional capable of managing multiple test stages across both Agile and Waterfall delivery models, ensuring seamless coordination across external systems and platforms.
🔍 Responsibilities
Own end-to-end test coordination across UAT, STRC, Point-to-Point, and Automation stages.
Manage dependencies with external platform/system teams and test environment owners.
Collaborate with Agile teams to ensure support is planned via user stories.
Act as a central point for test assurance, reporting, and defect management where required.
Oversee test planning, test design, and QA reporting.
🔧 Requirements
Essential:
5+ years leading system integration and user acceptance test phases.
Hands-on experience with JIRA/XRAY and quality reporting (dashboards, burndown, etc.).
Strong understanding of Agile a...