Senior Test Manager - Clearing, OTC, ETD, Derivatives

Senior Test Manager/Lead – Clearing, OTC, ETD sought by leading investment bank based in Canary Wharf.

** 3 days a week onsite, Inside IR35**

Key Responsibilities

• Test Strategy Development
• Test Planning and Coordination
• Test Execution and Management
• Defect Management
• Automation Framework and Tool Selection
• Performance Testing
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, including business analysts, developers, quality assurance managers, and end-users.
• Risk Management
• Knowledge Transfer and Documentation
• Continuous Improvement

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Test Lead or similar role in a large-scale software implementation project.
• Strong understanding of software development and testing methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Expertise in various testing types, including functional testing, integration testing, regression testing, system testing, and user acceptance testing.
• Knowledge of test automation tools and frameworks.
• Experience with performance testing and tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and manage a team of testers.
• Experience working in a global environment.
• Familiarity with the financial services industry, particularly Exchange Traded Derivatives (ETDs) and Over The Counter (OTC) Clearing, is a plus.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• ISTQB certification or equivalent.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
• Experience with data-driven testing.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to the financial services industry.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Please apply within for further details.

Alex Reeder
Harvey Nash Finance & Banking