Programme Test Manager

We are looking for a highly experienced Programme Test Manager to take full responsibility and accountability for all test delivery activities across a large-scale transformational programme.

This is a critical leadership role requiring a strategic mindset and a hands‑on approach to execution. You will define the programme's overarching testing landscape, manage cross‑functional testing resources, and drive a high‑performance culture across agile work streams. Working closely with quality architects, you will ensure total alignment with enterprise frameworks while driving innovation, collaboration, and right‑first‑time audit adherence throughout the delivery lifecycle.

• Strategic Test Definition Define and implement the overarching Programme Test Strategy, establishing a clear roadmap for quality across all work streams.
• Planning & Delivery Establish the delivery schedule and key milestones using quantitative estimation models, managing testing deliverables rigorously against agreed timelines.
• Resource & Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team of programme testing resources (a mix of permanent staff and third‑party service providers) embedded within agile teams.
• Performance & Culture Drive adherence to strict productivity and service quality targets, while fostering a culture of collaboration, high performance, and future leadership development.
• Governance & Steering Articulate and communicate testing progress, risks, and service quality metrics clearly to programme steering groups and senior stakeholders.
• Innovation & Framework Adherence Partner with quality architects to inject innovation into all aspects of the test delivery lifecycle, ensuring strict alignment with internal quality frameworks.
• Audit & Compliance Govern the delivery process to guarantee that all internal audit processes pass seamlessly on the first attempt.

• Proven track record as a Programme Test Manager leading large‑scale, complex transformational programmes.
• Strong experience defining comprehensive Programme Test Strategies and utilizing quantitative estimation models for delivery scheduling.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and scale blended testing teams consisting of internal employees and external service providers.
• Deep experience working within Agile frameworks and embedding test management practices into fast‑paced work streams.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience reporting directly to programme steering groups.

• Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  A strong background within the Insurance industry—ideally within General Insurance
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• Technical Platform Exposure: Direct experience working with Guidewire Cloud and/or alternative cloud platforms.