Test / Release Manager

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Spring Technology's client, a public sector organisation, are currently looking to recruit a Training & Test Manager for an initial 18 month contract on a rate of c.£300-350/day (inside of IR35) based in Edinburgh.

Responsibilities:

* Supporting a team of Business Analysts to implement new case types as part of the transformation project - using project management skills to put in place detailed plans for testing of business system integration and process changes.

* Plan and oversee delivery of tests and roll out to users - UAT.

* Engage with relevant stakeholders to manage any new releases of case types and ensure systems work as expected - ensuring clear stakeholder communication and engagement is factored into planning processes.

* Coordinate the implementation of business changes - with specific responsibility for preparing and delivering customer training for each case type.

* Define and implement Business Change Processes - setting up from scratch the business change process and ensuring this is being followed and managed within the Business Improvement team.

* Define ongoing support needs and arrangements for all users - ensuring all end users have suitable training and other support beyond the launch of each case type.

Requirements:

* Experience working in a release/test management/test lead role.

* Experience analysing business process changes - planning and delivering a schedule of testing for end users and system integration.

* Good understanding of the requirements analysis, definition and specification process.

* Proven ability to test business change and reach an acceptable outcome.

* Strong stakeholder engagement experience - ability to promote business change and ensure it is embedded throughout an organisation or customer base (via training).

* Strong organisation, multi-tasking and time management skills.

Experience of recognised project and programme methodologies (i.e Prince 2, Agile).

* Excellent presentation skills and experience running workshops / training type events.

* Understanding of ICT systems and infrastructure.

* Understanding of risk and risk management processes.

If you would like to hear more about this opportunity please get in touch with Claire Lorden on 0131 524 9027 or send your CV through to [email protected]

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