Represent QA in Agile and Waterfall delivery models
Attend Agile Ceremonies, provide input into test estimates, test approaches, and test completion reports
Create, maintain, and execute both manual and automated test cases aligned to project requirements and user stories
Conduct risk-based testing in line with the overall test strategy
Define and input test data into the test environment ensuring accuracy before use
Participation in Analysis / Design Review / Solution Design meetings to inform test strategies
Work closely with all areas of the business to complete testing on behalf of internal and external customers
Support test activities post-implementation and during warranty periods
Communicate progress to all interested parties within the agreed timescales
Ensure functional and non-functional testing meets both business and technical quality standards
Adhere to test governance and use of approved tools (e.g., BrowserStack for test case management, JIRA for defect tracking)
Own defect management: logging, tracking, prioritising, and retesting
Participate in reviews of requirements, design, and analysis documentation, and coding peer reviews
Ensure all code is performant and adheres to security best practices and control standards.
Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts using WebdriverIO, Playwright, and Selenium, with JavaScript (Typescript)
Develop reusable test components, support CI/CD integration (Jenkins, GitHub Actions), and generate automated reports
Execute automated regression packs as part of continuous testing pipelines
Maintain subject matter expertise in BrowserStack, Postman, Bruno and other core testing tools, supporting colleagues with system usage
Conduct performance and load testing and support the testing of other non-functional requirements
Identify enhancements to testing processes, tooling, and standards
Collaborate with internal teams and third parties (e.g., executing brokers, service providers) to ensure quality outcomes
Contribute to cross-squad or breakaway squad initiatives as required
Support internal compliance by ensuring adherence to regulatory standards (e.g., FCA)
Mentor and coach manual testers in automation best practices to grow team capability and promote a culture of continuous learning
Provide input to solution design, analysis reviews & technical decision making

Requirements

Resilient under pressure and ability to manage conflicting demands
Ability to prioritise effectively and be committed to project implementation
Ability to set an example of professionalism through personal attitude
Offering a flexible approach to working
ISTQB/ISEB certified (Foundation or Advanced level)
Extensive testing experience in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies
Background in the Financial Services industry
Experience of Web and Mobile testing
Proven experience managing testing across small and large-scale projects
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Proven Extensive experience in automated testing with WebdriverIO, Playwright, and Selenium, including framework development with JavaScript/TypeScript
Experience in test data management and mocking services
CI/CD & DevOps: Familiarity with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Docker, Kubernetes
Cloud & Microservices: Understanding of AWS, GCP, Azure, containerised testing

Benefits

Group Personal Pension Plan – 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution
Life Assurance and Group Income Protection
Private Medical Insurance – Provided by Bupa
25 Days Annual Leave, plus bank holidays
Staff Discounts on our investment products
Personal & Well-being Fund – Supporting your physical and mental wellness
Retail Discounts – Savings at a wide range of high street and online retailers
Voluntary Flexible Benefits – Tailor your benefits to suit your lifestyle

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

automated testingmanual testingtest case managementrisk-based testingtest data managementperformance testingload testingframework developmentJavaScriptTypeScript

Soft Skills

resilience under pressureprioritizationprofessionalismflexibilityanalytical skillsproblem-solvingmentoringcollaborationcommunicationcommitment

Certifications

ISTQBISEB