Programme Test Manager

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RoleCreate Test Strategies from business and technical requirements for business-critical systems across all types of test phasesProduce and drive through Test Strategies containing scope, objectives, deliverables, risks, milestones and acceptance criteria that fit in with an overall programme(s) planCreate, mobilise, motivate and manage large test teams, composed of a mix of internal and customer staff, to meet time-challenging deadlinesDeliver Test Assurance to review and critique an existing test service or test projectEngage with Director/Head/'C' level stakeholders to uncover the real business needs for testingAdvise clients on testing best practice, including: test methodologies and the use of test toolsEngage with stakeholders and business process owners to develop pragmatic test solutions for the clientProvide summary management information, including key financial data, to the client and to the Head of TestContribute to wider test services business development by identifying and harnessing opportunities and by formally contributing test expertise to bid teamsSkillsStrong leadershipManagement of a portfolio of programmesManagement of offshore test teamsTest strategy creationUnderstanding of how testing fits into the broader businessStrong influencing, negotiation and communication skillsExperience of service and technical transition planning and supportFamiliarity with service Management in a multi-supplier Environment (SIAM)Valid SC clearance or eligible to achieve