Define and own programme-level Test Strategies, governance frameworks and quality assurance approaches.
Lead and mentor Test Managers, Test Leads and wider QA teams across multiple projects.
Own programme-wide testing governance, quality metrics, reporting and delivery assurance.
Author formal test deliverables including Test Strategies, Test Plans and Test Completion Reports.
Provide go/no-go recommendations and sign-off at programme governance boards.
Coordinate testing across multiple suppliers and delivery partners.
Present testing progress, risks and readiness assessments to Programme Boards.

Proven experience as a Programme Test Manager or Senior Test Manager on large-scale transformation programmes.
Experience managing Test Managers and senior testing leadership teams.
Ownership of programme-level gate decisions and release readiness recommendations.
Experience authoring formal testing deliverables for Authority or executive approval.
Extensive experience across complex multi-project, multi-supplier programmes.
Strong programme governance, assurance and delivery control experience.

Hybrid working with regular travel in the UK – work from wherever you’re happiest in the UK
23 days’ holiday , rising to 27 (pro rata) – plus the option to buy more after qualifying period
Paid volunteering day with a charity of your choice
Generous family leave policies – including 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
Cycle2Work scheme , pension, life assurance, and more

Programme Test Manager

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