Oracle ERP Test Manager – Outside IR35

Oracle ERP Test Manager – Outside IR35 Contract

• Full-time
• Department:
  Enterprise Applications

For over 30 years,
Version 1 has been a leading Oracle partner specialising in Enterprise Applications, delivering ERP, HCM and EPM solutions that enable organisations to transform and modernise their core systems.

Combining deep domain expertise with end-to-end delivery and managed services, we support some of the UK and Ireland’s largest organisations in driving business value through Oracle technology.

• Top-tier Oracle partner across Database, Platform, ERP, and Managed Services
• 37 UKOUG awards over the last 3 years
• 13 awards - UK Oracle User Group (UKOUG) Community Awards 2026 (4 Gold, 5 Silver, 4 Bronze)
• Certified Great Place to Work
• Recognised as a leader in AI & digital transformation consulting with global delivery footprint

With 3,800+ people and revenues exceeding €347m/£302m
, Version 1 is a market leader in Oracle, Microsoft, and AWS consulting services – and one of the fastest-growing digital consultancies in Europe.

Oracle ERP Test Manager – Outside IR35 Contract

Lead Testing Excellence Across Enterprise ERP Transformations

Version 1 is seeking an experienced Oracle ERP Test Manager to support the delivery of large-scale ERP transformation programmes on an Outside IR35 contract basis.

We are looking for a hands‑on testing leader with a proven track record managing complex ERP testing deliveries across integrated Finance and Payroll landscapes.

While Oracle ERP Cloud experience is highly desirable, we are also open to candidates with deep expertise across other Tier 1 ERP platforms including SAP, Workday, or Microsoft Dynamics.

This role offers the opportunity to work on high‑profile enterprise transformation programmes within a fast‑paced consulting environment.

As Test Manager, you will take ownership of the end‑to‑end testing lifecycle across enterprise ERP programmes, ensuring quality delivery, governance, and successful business outcomes.

You will work closely with programme leadership, client stakeholders, technical delivery teams, and third‑party partners to coordinate and drive all testing activities across complex integrated environments.

• Define and deliver testing strategies, plans, schedules, and governance frameworks
• Lead all phases of testing including:
  • System Integration Testing (SIT)
  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
  • Regression Testing
  • Defect Management and Resolution
• Manage testing delivery across ERP implementation and upgrade programmes
• Coordinate testing across integrated Finance, Payroll, and wider enterprise systems
• Oversee defect triage, risk management, reporting, and issue resolution activities
• Review and assure quality of key testing artefacts including scripts, logs, defects, and summary reports
• Drive continuous improvement and testing best practices across delivery teams
• Support the adoption of automation frameworks and modern testing approaches where appropriate
• Manage stakeholder communications, governance forums, and programme reporting
• Ensure testing delivery aligns with agreed client standards and programme methodologies

• Proven experience as a Test Manager within enterprise ERP transformation programmes
• Strong experience delivering at least one full end‑to‑end ERP implementation lifecycle
• Oracle ERP Cloud experience highly desirable
• SAP
• Workday
• Microsoft Dynamics
• Other Tier 1 ERP platforms
• Strong understanding of Finance and Payroll business processes
• Expertise in test governance, defect management, and quality assurance frameworks
• Experience managing testing across complex integrated landscapes
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong organisational and delivery management capability
• Experience working within consulting or client‑facing environments desirable
• Exposure to test automation tools and frameworks advantageous
• Immediate or short‑notice start preferred

If you are an experienced ERP Test Manager looking for your next Outside IR35 contract opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

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