Our client is a leading organisation delivering complex IT services and digital solutions across high-profile sectors. They are seeking an experienced Test Lead / Manager to lead a team of 7–17 Test Engineers, responsible for integration, functional, and end-to-end testing of critical IT systems.
This is a hybrid role, combining hands-on leadership with strategic oversight. While testing is currently manual, there is scope to drive improvements through test automation in the future.
You will play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality delivery, robust testing governance, and strong collaboration across multiple stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Own and deliver the Test Strategy and overall test governance for projects and programmes
Plan, coordinate, and assure integration, functional, end-to-end, and API testing activities
Provide accurate test estimations for new workstreams and capabilities to inform project planning
Ensure alignment with industry-standard testing practices and frameworks
Offer client-side assurance of third-party supplier testing activities
Collaborate with Business and Process Owners to design comprehensive test cases that ensure high levels of coverage
Lead defect management, risk management, and prepare monthly test reports on service outcomes
Lead, mentor, and grow a team of deployed Test Engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience in leading and managing test teams of significant size
Strong knowledge of integration, functional, E2E, and API testing
Experience in IT Service Management (ITSM), ITIL, and ServiceNow environments
Expertise in test planning, strategy, and governance across large-scale programmes
Experience in defect, risk, and test reporting
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience with implementing test automation solutions
Benefits & Opportunities
Hybrid working model – flexible combination of on-site and remote working
Professional development – opportunities to lead strategic testing initiatives and upskill your team
Work on high-impact, mission-critical IT programmes
Exposure to modern testing tools and frameworks
Collaborative, innovative, and supportive team environment
How to Apply
Apply if you are an experienced Test Lead / Manager ready to take ownership of complex IT testing programmes and lead a high-performing team.
Test Assurance,Manual Testing,Manual Test Execution,ITIL,Test Case Generation
Proven experience in leading and managing test teams of significant size
Strong knowledge of integration, functional, E2E, and API testing