Test functional behaviour of data solutions, validating that data flows, transformations and outputs behave as expected against requirements and business rules
Execute structured test scenarios covering data ingestion, transformation logic, edge cases and downstream impacts
Validate data accuracy, completeness and consistency, including reconciliations between source systems, transformed data and outputs
Identify defects, data issues and unexpected behaviour, clearly documenting findings and supporting resolution with engineers and analysts
Retest fixes and changes to confirm expected behaviour has been achieved
Work closely with Product Owners, Analysts and Engineers to understand intent, data logic and expected outcomes
Participate actively in Three Amigos sessions, backlog refinement and sprint planning, helping define test scenarios before build starts
Manage and coordinate end-to-end User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for data and reporting outputs, including defining UAT scope, managing timeframes and helping business users understand what to test and why
Maintain clear documentation of functional test scenarios, data checks and outcomes

Experience performing functional testing within data, reporting or analytics environments
Strong ability to understand and test business rules, data logic and functional outcomes
Experience validating end to end behaviour, not just isolated components
Comfortable working with large datasets and identifying functional discrepancies
Working knowledge of SQL or similar tools to interrogate and validate data behaviour
Experience working in Agile delivery teams, embedded alongside product and engineering
Strong communication skills, able to explain functional issues and risks clearly to both technical and non technical stakeholders.

Business Test Analyst

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