Senior Test Analyst (Workday)

Job Title: Senior Test Analyst (Workday & Legal Experience)
Location: London, UK

Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Test Analyst with a strong background in testing Workday applications and a preference for experience within the legal industry. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of hands-on experience in software testing, with a focus on Workday implementations and customizations. Experience in testing within legal systems or legal processes is highly desirable. This role will require a detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of software testing methodologies, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Test Planning and Execution:

• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on functional requirements and technical specifications.
• Conduct manual and automated testing across Workday modules (eg, HR, Finance, Payroll).
• Identify, document, and track defects, working closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution.
• Perform regression testing, functional testing, and performance testing on Workday configurations.

Workday Specific Experience:

• Test and validate Workday system configurations, including integrations with third-party applications.
• Ensure system functionality meets business requirements by performing detailed test execution and reporting.
• Support Workday-related system enhancements and new feature rollouts by providing testing expertise.

Legal Process Testing:

• Ideally, work with legal-specific modules, processes, or software within the organisation.
• Perform testing of legal case management, document management systems, or contract life cycle management tools integrated with Workday.
• Understand and test processes specific to the legal industry, such as compliance, document approval workflows, and regulatory requirements.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with business analysts, developers, and project managers to understand requirements and provide feedback on testing procedures.
• Participate in requirements reviews to ensure testability and identify potential risks early in the project life cycle.
• Provide regular status updates on testing progress, challenges, and defect resolution.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Create and maintain clear and concise test documentation (test plans, test cases, test scripts, and defect reports).
• Report on testing progress, quality metrics, and overall test results to key stakeholders.
• Provide detailed post-test summaries and recommendations to improve system quality.

Key Skills and Experience:
Workday Experience:

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience testing Workday applications (eg, HR, Finance, Payroll, Talent Management, etc.).
• Experience with Workday s testing methodology, tools, and best practices.
• Familiarity with Workday s integration capabilities, including testing integrations with third-party systems.

Legal Industry Experience (Desirable):

• Familiarity with legal systems, legal case management software, or legal-specific processes.
• Experience testing applications related to legal document management, compliance, or regulatory systems is a plus.

Testing Methodologies:

• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies (eg, Agile, Waterfall, Scrum).
• Experience in both manual and automated testing techniques.
• Familiarity with testing tools (eg, JIRA, TestRail, Selenium).

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:

• Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand complex business requirements and translate them into testable scenarios.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to identify issues and provide solutions.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.

Educational Qualifications:
Degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (preferred).
Relevant certifications (eg, ISTQB, Workday certification) are advantageous.