Quality Assurance Manager

Job Title:

Assurance / Programme Test Lead Location

UK (London & Warwick)

Initial 3 Months (Extension Likely)

We are looking for an experienced Assurance / Programme Test Lead to take ownership of the testing and assurance function across a large-scale programme. This role requires strong leadership, governance, and stakeholder management capabilities to ensure quality delivery across multiple work streams.

• Lead the testing and assurance function across the programme
• Define, implement, and manage test strategy, governance, and reporting frameworks
• Coordinate and oversee testing activities across multiple work streams
• Provide programme-level assurance on quality, risks, and delivery
• Establish and enforce QA governance standards and best practices
  
  Identify, assess, and manage risks related to testing and quality
• Engage and manage senior stakeholders, providing regular updates and insights
• Mentor, guide, and support testing teams and leads across the programme

• Proven experience as a Test Manager, QA Lead, Assurance Lead, or Programme Test Lead
• Strong experience in test strategy, planning, and execution
• Demonstrated expertise in QA governance and reporting at programme level
• Experience managing large-scale, complex testing programmes
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong understanding of risk and quality management frameworks
• Ability to lead cross-functional and distributed teams

• Experience working in multi-location programme environments
• Background in complex transformation or enterprise-scale projects