Program Manager

Job Description:

Our client in the financial services sector is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead the testing and quality assurance workstream for a large-scale, complex technology transformation programme.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a strategic testing workstream across multiple business-critical IT projects.
• Coordinate with various internal teams and third-party vendors to ensure consistent and aligned testing processes.
• Define, implement, and maintain a comprehensive test strategy aligned with broader programme objectives.
• Engage stakeholders at all levels to promote understanding and support of testing activities.
• Oversee full test lifecycle management, including planning, execution, reporting, and closure.
• Track risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies (RAID) related to testing deliverables.
• Ensure effective and efficient use of resources during all test phases.
• Produce and present test metrics and documentation to senior stakeholders and programme leadership.
• Support non-functional testing efforts, including performance, resilience, interoperability, and disaster recovery scenarios.
• Supervise third-party testing engagements, particularly around penetration testing and security assurance.

Experience Required

• Minimum 15 years' experience in IT testing, with at least 5 years in a senior test or programme management capacity.
• Demonstrated success in leading enterprise-scale test programmes within highly regulated environments.
• Familiarity with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery testing frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure and application-level testing across diverse technologies.
• Experience using industry-standard test and collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Proven track record of delivering structured test documentation including test strategies and plans.

Desirable Skills

• Exposure to various backup and recovery technologies and solutions.
• Familiarity with test automation tools and methodologies, ideally with experience implementing automation frameworks.
• ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager certification or equivalent.
• Experience with Agile and DevOps practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage cross-functional relationships.
• Strategic problem solver with excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Additional certifications in test management or project delivery (e.g., ISTQB Advanced, PMP, Prince2) are advantageous.

HOW TO APPLY:

• If you are interested in this role, please apply for this role with your updated CV.