Senior Test Analyst - Manual / D365 CE / Devops / UAT

Birmingham
1 week ago
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Senior Manual Test Analyst - D365 CE / DevOps - Birmingham

Hybrid - x1 a week onsite

Permanent (Sponsorship is not provided for this opportunity)

£45-50k

Senior Test Analyst required for our client based in Birmingham. They're an established Microsoft Digital Transformation Consultancy who are currently seeking a Senior Test Analyst with extensive experience across the entire testing lifecycle, including requirements gathering, collaboration with development teams, and assisting end users. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Dynamics 365 CE (Customer Engagement), a strong understanding of UAT, Testing, and DevOps processes, and the ability to lead testing efforts in a fast-paced environment. The role requires excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, project teams, and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and execute User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and system testing for Dynamics 365 CE projects.
Oversee and contribute to end-to-end system lifecycle testing, ensuring all testing phases are thoroughly executed and meet high-quality standards.
Collaborate with development teams, clients, and stakeholders to gather, clarify, and review testing requirements.
Work through challenging testing scenarios, ensuring issues are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
Create, analyse, and execute user test scripts and provide detailed feedback and progress reports to the Test Manager.
Work closely with DevOps and other project management tools (e.g., JIRA) to track progress, manage test cases, and ensure smooth integration.
Mentor junior testers and assist in refining testing methodologies and processes.
Actively participate in continuous improvement efforts, optimising testing practices and workflows.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Hands-on experience with UAT, system testing, and DevOps processes.
Strong experience with Dynamics 365 CE (Customer Engagement) testing and its integration with other systems.
Proven ability to manage and execute end-to-end system lifecycle testing, from initial requirements gathering to post-implementation.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to confidently interact with clients, project teams, and stakeholders at all levels.
Expertise in creating, analysing, and executing user test scripts, and providing actionable insights and reports to the Test Manager.
ISTQB Foundation or equivalent certification (additional certifications preferred).
Experience with JIRA, DevOps, and other project management tools used for tracking and managing testing activities.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Test Analyst to play a key role in ensuring the quality and success of high-impact projects. If you are looking to take the next step in your testing career, we would love to hear from you.

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