Test Lead

Are you an experienced Test Lead ? Do have have strong manual testing experience with an interest in automation ? Have you worked in a financial services environment ? Would you like to work for a company who truly values their staff and have created a great working environment ? Their office is in Glasgow city centre and it’s hybrid working (2 days a week in the office) so you need to live within commuting difference. Also visa sponsorship is not offered for this role. I'm looking for someone is currently an experienced Test Lead who can not only assign work but is also an accomplished people manager, I need someone who can manage people, take them on a learning journey and guide their career development. You also need to be willing and capable of being a hands on Tester when needed. This role will not suit a Test Manager who has stepped away from Testing. Key responsibilities include: Work in close partnership with product owners, project managers, developers, and business analysts to refine requirements, identify testing needs, and maintain comprehensive test coverage throughout the delivery lifecycle. Create and update test plans and schedules that align with project objectives and timelines. Delegate tasks to test team members and oversee progress to ensure the delivery of high-quality outcomes. Oversee and coordinate testing activities across various projects, teams, environments, and release cycles. Review and verify the accuracy and completeness of test cases, scripts, and data. Set up suitable test environments to meet the testing requirements of each project. Lead defect triage sessions and ensure effective tracking and resolution of issues. Monitor and report on key quality metrics such as defect density, test coverage, and pass/fail rates. Champion testing best practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the testing team. Offer mentorship and technical support to junior testers. Perform line management duties for a small team of testers. Contribute to release planning and assist with User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Performance Testing, and Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) as needed. Required skills: Proven experience as a Test Lead Hands-on experience with manual and/or automated testing in web, mobile, and enterprise applications Strong knowledge of testing/QA methods, tools, and processes Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Waterfall, Agile and hybrid delivery methods Strong understanding of Risk Based Testing framework Proficiency with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g. JIRA, Zephyr) Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple testing projects simultaneously Knowledge of SQL Desirable: Understanding of test automation and performance and security testing tools Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Familiarity with API testing tools (e.g. Postman) Understanding of Product Risk Assessments and how to apply them to a Risk Based Test Approach Relevant advanced certifications (e.g. ISTQB Advanced Test Manager) are desirable For more information get in touch asap.

Location: Glasgow City, Scotland, GB

Posted Date: 11/14/2025