Test Lead/Test Manager

Location: Corsham (hybrid 2-3 days a week)

Salary: Up to £85,000 (depending on experience)

NOTE: Eligible candidates must hold current UK Security Clearance (SC)

We are looking for an experienced Test Lead / Test Manager to take ownership of a large-scale testing service, managing a team of Test Engineers. This is a senior position requiring strong leadership, governance, and strategic oversight of testing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and deliver the Test Strategy and overarching test governance.
• Lead test planning and assurance of integration test activities for new or enhanced capability.
• Deliver high-quality functional integration, E2E, and API testing.
• Provide accurate test estimation and input into project planning.
• Ensure alignment with industry best practices.
• Provide client-side assurance of supplier/third-party testing.
• Collaborate with business and process owners to design and implement test cases ensuring strong coverage.
• Manage the full defect lifecycle.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Test Engineers.
• Produce clear and regular test reporting on service outcomes.
• Identify and manage testing risks.
• Bring expertise in ITSM, ITIL, and ServiceNow environments.
• (Desirable) Experience of implementing test automation.

Essential Experience

• Proven leadership experience in test management roles.
• Strong background in integration, end-to-end, and API testing.
• Demonstrable experience with test strategy, planning, and governance.
• Skilled in defect management and reporting.
• Track record of mentoring and leading test teams.
• Familiarity with ITSM/ITIL processes and ServiceNow platforms.
• Current UK Security Clearance (SC) is essential.

If you’re an experienced Test Lead ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.