Test Manager

Test Manager (Contract) DV Clearance Eligible Location: On-site Milton Keynes (with occasional travel to London) Rate: Up to £503 per day Umbrella (inside IR35) Duration: Initial 6 months We are working with a highly respected government-facing organisation delivering critical services and solutions in secure environments. They are seeking an experienced Test Manager to lead and assure quality across complex delivery programmes. This is a hands-on leadership role where you ll take ownership of the end-to-end testing strategy, working closely with delivery teams and stakeholders to ensure robust, high-quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities Define and deliver test strategies aligned to both functional and non-functional requirements Assess testability and shape effective, risk-based testing approaches Engage with business and operational stakeholders to agree test solutions Produce and maintain comprehensive test documentation Lead defect management, ensuring prioritisation aligns with business needs Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently Support go-live and deployment activities Navigate operational constraints and evolving delivery pressures Skills and Experience Required Strong Test Management experience (ISTQB Advanced Test Manager or equivalent preferred) Experience working in secure or Tier 2 environments Knowledge of: Test management and automation tools Non-functional testing (performance, load, stress, soak testing) CI/CD ..... full job details .....