Senior Test Analyst / Test Lead

Overview

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Test Analyst / Test Lead (SFIA Level 5) to join our team. You will provide technical leadership across multiple CRM delivery work streams, owning test strategy and quality assurance for services built on Microsoft Dynamics 365. You will guide and mentor junior testers, engage senior stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement in testing practices across blended Agile delivery teams.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience as a Senior Test Analyst, Test Lead, or equivalent role within complex enterprise CRM programmes.
• Deep hands-on expertise testing Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions across multiple project lifecycles.
• Proven ability to design and implement test automation frameworks from scratch using tools such as:
• Cypress
• Selenium WebDriver
• Equivalent automation frameworks

Strong experience leading BDD practices using:

Gherkin

Cucumber

Similar BDD frameworks

Advanced experience using Azure DevOps for:

Test management

Pipeline integration

Defect tracking

Reporting

Advanced API testing experience using Postman.

Strong database testing experience using SQL Server.

Experience creating and maintaining:

Test Strategies

Test Plans

Quality Assurance Frameworks

Governance Documentation

Demonstrated experience mentoring and developing junior testing professionals.

Experience advising on resource planning, test approaches, and quality strategies for large-scale digital programmes.

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.

ISTQB Test Manager certification (or equivalent), such as CSTM.

Experience working within government or public sector digital delivery environments, including:

GDS Standards

GDPR

Information Security requirements

Agile delivery methodologies

Government Design System principles

Information Security Standards, including ITHCs and AtOs

Technology Code of Practice

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Microsoft certifications such as:
• PL-200
• PL-400
• AZ-900
• AI-900

Previous experience within government or highly regulated environments.

Experience developing performance and load testing strategies.

Knowledge of:

Power Pages

Power Automate

Azure Functions

Familiarity with C# plug-in development or JavaScript customisations within Dynamics 365 environments.

Experience supporting security-focused testing and Information Technology Health Check (ITHC) activities.

Standards & Compliance

• GDS Service Standards
• WCAG 2.2 AA Accessibility Standards
• GDPR Compliance
• Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Capability Framework
• Agile Delivery Methodologies
• Government Design System principles
• Information Security Standards, including ITHCs and AtOs
• Technology Code of Practice

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strategic approach to quality assurance and testing
• Ability to influence delivery teams and stakeholders
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to operate effectively within complex Agile delivery environments
• Strong governance, risk management, and quality assurance experience

Diversity & Inclusion

At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.

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