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QA Lead

Posted 13 hours 48 minutes ago by TXP Technology x People

£487 - £488 Daily
Contract
Not Specified
Other
West Midlands, United Kingdom
Job Description

QA Lead / Test Manager - Government Opportunity

Rate: £487 per day (Inside IR35)Clearance: BPSSLocation: Remote (no regular travel expected)Contract Length:

  • Initial contract running until end of June
  • Followed by rolling 3-month extensionsStart Date: ASAP

Overview

We are seeking an experienced QA Lead / Test Manager to support a high-profile government programme at a critical delivery stage. This is a short-term initial engagement with strong potential for extension, supporting the successful delivery of a large, business-critical project.

The role requires a hands-on test leader who is comfortable working under pressure and flexing hours where required to meet delivery milestones.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee end-to-end testing across the programme
  • Manage and coordinate UAT activities, ensuring readiness and execution
  • Monitor UAT test execution and track progress
  • Lead defect triage during UAT testing windows
  • Produce daily and weekly test progress reports
  • Work closely with delivery teams and senior stakeholders to manage risks and issues

Skills & Experience Required

  • Proven experience as a Test Lead or Test Manager within government environments
  • Track record of delivering high-profile programmes, ideally with budgets of £1m+
  • Strong experience leading SIT, E2E, and UAT testing
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Comfortable working extended hours or weekends when project demands require it
  • Highly organised, delivery-focused, and confident operating in fast-paced environments

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