Test Manager (Oracle EBS Preferred) | £300-£350 PD | Humberside

Test Manager (Oracle EBS Desirable) | £300-£350 per day | Humberside Contract Details • Contract Type: Temporary Contract • Contract Length: 6 Months • Rate: £300-£350 per day (Umbrella) • Working Pattern: Full-Time, Monday to Friday • Location: Humberside • Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 2 days per week on-site (may be flexible for the right candidate) The OpportunityWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Test Manager to join a leading organisation on an initial 6-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled testing professional to take ownership of testing strategy, governance and delivery across a complex IT landscape. You will be responsible for defining and implementing testing standards, managing end-to-end testing activities, and ensuring the successful delivery of both business-as-usual initiatives and major change programmes. Whilst we are keen to speak with experienced Test Managers from a broad range of enterprise environments, candidates with experience testing Oracle E-Business Suite (Oracle EBS) applications and environments will be of particular interest. Key Responsibilities • Develop, agree, and implement a comprehensive testing strategy and roadmap for key business systems. • Define and maintain testing standards, procedures, frameworks, scripts, and schedules across all testing phases. • Lead the planning, scoping, coordination, and execution of testing activities. • Manage all testing cycles, including: • Unit Testing • System Testing • Integration Testing • User Acceptance Testing (UAT) • Regression Testing • Upgrade & Patch Testing • Stress & Performance Testing • Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) • Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) • Collaborate with IT teams, suppliers, project managers, and business stakeholders to ensure testing requirements are effectively delivered. • Monitor and report on testing progress, risks, issues, defects, and quality metrics. • Provide expert guidance to Project Managers and programme teams on testing approaches, planning, and best practice. • Lead, coach, and develop testing resources, ensuring sufficient capability is available to support ongoing delivery. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance testing effectiveness, efficiency, and quality outcomes. • Ensure all testing activities align with organisational goals, customer requirements, and industry best practice. Essential Skills & Experience • Proven experience working as a Test Manager within a complex IT environment. • ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level qualification, or equivalent experience. • Degree-level qualification in IT or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience. • Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, governance, and best practices. • Demonstrable experience managing end-to-end testing activities across multiple testing phases. • Experience engaging with and presenting to stakeholders at all levels, including Project Boards, Programme Boards, and Release Boards. • Excellent analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills. • Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities. • Proven leadership experience with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop teams. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Desirable Skills & Experience • Experience testing within Oracle E-Business Suite (Oracle EBS) environments. • Experience supporting Oracle EBS upgrades, integrations, patches, and business-critical change programmes. • Knowledge of Oracle Finance, Procurement, HR, Payroll, or Shared Services modules. • ISTQB Advanced Level Certification. • Experience working within Shared Services environments. • Previous experience within the Public Sector or Emergency Services sector. Apply NowPlease submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.