Senior Test Analyst (12 Month FTC)

The Role & Key Responsibilities

Job title: Senior Test Analyst (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Location: Peterborough (Hybrid)

Are you a detail-driven Test Analyst with a focus on quality assurance and skilled in translating technical complexity into actionable insights? Do you enjoy working on high-profile technology change projects and contributing to the growth of a test practice?

ABF Business Technology Services (BTS) are looking for an experienced Senior Test Analyst to join our maturing PMaaS (Project Management as a Service) function. In this assignment-based role, you'll play a key part in shaping our internal consultancy model and delivering high-quality test services across strategically important technology projects for ABF's diverse global businesses.

What you'll be doing:

• Designing, creating, and executing robust test plans, scenarios, cases, and scripts for business-critical technology projects.
• Performing manual system integration and user acceptance testing (UAT), ensuring solutions meet quality standards and business needs.
• Analysing functional and non-functional requirements to create meaningful and effective test coverage.
• Logging, monitoring, and retesting defects with accuracy and detail, using structured test management and defect tracking tools.
• Acting as a subject matter expert in testing practices, consulting across multiple teams and vendors in an evolving project environment.
• Producing test reports and updates for Test Managers and Project Managers, supporting informed decision-making throughout delivery phases.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to facilitate UAT and ensure smooth transitions to business-as-usual operations.
• Supporting the ongoing development of the BTS PMaaS testing capability, sharing knowledge, and advocating best practices.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in software testing, with high proficiency in manual testing and defect management.
• Professionally qualified to BCS ISTQB Foundation Level or equivalent.
• Demonstrated skill in developing and implementing complete test plans and documenting results effectively.
• Proficient communication skills - able to translate technical information into clear language for business stakeholders.
• Highly organised and methodical, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work professionally and collaboratively within project teams across business and IT functions.
• Experience working with test tools (e.g., JIRA, X-Ray, or similar), though specific tool knowledge is flexible.

Location

Hybrid, a mix of office and homeworking. This role will be based at our Peterborough offices on the Lynchwood Business Park. The office has recently been renovated and along with a modern work environment has great public transport links, free onsite parking, free drink facilities, free lunch option each day and a great team culture.

Benefits

• AB Foods BTS match up to 10% pension (contributory)
• Up to 10% Bonus
• Opportunity to buy up to 5 days holiday per calendar year
• Discounts on ABF products such as Twinings, Silverspoon, Pataks and Ryvita
• 24/7 free and confidential access to an Employee Assistance Programme to support you as and when necessary
• Free lunch option available every day
• Access to a staff shop with discounted ABF brand products