Test Manager 3 months Wokingham - hybrid £460 per day inside IR35 - Umbrella only SC security clearance eligible or hold active SC clearance Job Overview We are seeking an accomplished Test Manager & Test Strategist with a proven track record in leading complex enterprise application integration testing. This role is pivotal in delivering seamless end-to-end user journeys across HR ERP systems Workday including Azure Entra, ServiceNow, focusing specifically on the Joiner-Mover-Leaver (JML) lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings a strategic testing mindset, exceptional leadership, and robust stakeholder management capabilities. Key Responsibilities Lead, design, and implement the overall test strategy for end-to-end integration between Azure Entra, ServiceNow, and Workday within the context of the JML process. Develop comprehensive test plans, scenarios, and frameworks covering functional, integration, user acceptance, and process resilience testing. Own the delivery of test artefacts, ensuring traceability to business requirements and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams-including HR, IT, Security, and Operations-to ensure alignment of test scope and coverage for all user journeys. Champion the adoption of service virtualization to facilitate early and continuous testing in the absence of complete systems. Establish strategies for process resilience testing, ensuring continuity plans are validated. Lead defect triage, root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across test practices. Provide clear and timely reporting on test progress, risks, dependencies, and outcomes to senior stakeholders and project sponsors. Mentor and develop the capabilities of the testing team, fostering a culture of quality, automation, innovation, and accountability. Required Skills & Experience Minimum 12 years of hands-on experience in software testing, with at least 5 years in test management and strategy roles. Significant experience in enterprise application integration testing, specifically with Azure Entra, ServiceNow, and Workday HR ERP systems. Demonstrated expertise in designing and delivering testing strategies for Joiner-Mover-Leaver processes and other HR transformation initiatives. Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, capable of navigating complex organizational structures and driving consensus. Proficiency in service virtualization tools and methodologies to enable effective integration testing. Proven ability in process resilience testing, including business continuity, failover, and disaster recovery validation. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Experience with test automation and agile delivery methodologies is highly desirable. Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB Advanced Test Manager, Agile Testing, or equivalent) are a plus. Self-driven, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a dynamic team. Strong documentation and reporting skills, with an eye for detail and quality. If you are interested please apply at first instance!