Test Manager - IT

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies, plans, and frameworks.
• Ownership and management of the test phase entry and exit criteria.
• Oversee all phases of testing (unit, integration, system, and user acceptance testing).
• Ensure adherence to testing standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with development teams, business analysts, and stakeholders to define test requirements.
• Identify, document, and track defects, working closely with developers for resolution.
• Report on test progress, quality metrics, and risk assessments to senior management.

Skills & Experience

• 5 years experience in testing including experience as a senior tester or test lead.
• Proven experience as an IT Test Manager or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Experience with test automation tools (e.g. JIRA,).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Additional information:

• In addition to the application form, we also require a copy of your current CV. If you are are unable to upload your CV to your application, please email a copy to:
• We have 1 x permanent opportunity and 1 x fixed term contract for 24 months available
• To be eligible to apply for this role you must have a 5 year checkable history in the UK ideally this means that you would have been resident in the UK for the last 5 years.

If you are a detail-oriented and passionate Test Manager looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you!

About us

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Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Avon and Somerset Police encourage flexible working where operationally possible.
This role has been identified as a blended role.
The successful candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work from home whilst also at a secondary work location, which will be a police premises. The successful applicant will have the option to discuss working arrangements with their line manager. All applicants must reside within the UK.