Programme Test Manager
Public Sector Programmes
My client are seeking an experienced Programme Test Manager to lead the mobilisation and planning of testing across complex public-sector programmes.
This role is well suited to a hands-on testing leader with a proven background in large-scale, multi-supplier environments and the ability to operate confidently across multiple stakeholders.
Remote with ad hoc travel
The Role
You will be responsible for leading the end-to-end testing strategy across a complex programme, ensuring robust planning, execution, governance and reporting throughout the delivery lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
*Manage the preparation, execution and reporting of manual and automated testing
*Lead and coordinate business and technical teams to ensure timely analysis and resolution of defects
*Build and manage the test resource profile
*Onboard and embed appropriate test tools
*Produce clear, high-quality test reporting and analysis, both in written format and in governance forums
*Forecast defect trends and test execution progress
*Ensure internal and external suppliers maximise test coverage ahead of integration testing
*Operate effectively within a multi-supplier, multi-stakeholder environment
Essential Experience
*Proven, hands-on experience managing testing on large public-sector programmes
*Strong experience working in complex multi-supplier and multi-stakeholder environments
*Clear evidence within your CV of:
*Leading testing in similar environments
*The tangible value you personally delivered in those roles
*Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
*Must hold or be eligible for SC Clearance
Desirable Skills
*Experience with Tosca or similar test automation tools
Please apply!
Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.