Software IT Test Manager
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Salary: £48,690 per annum + benefits
Pension: A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
Job Type: Full-time (Minimum 30 hours per week)
Are you an experienced Software Test Manager looking for a role where your skills will make a tangible impact on millions of people? Do you want to be part of a major transformation programme that’s shaping the future of land and property ownership in England and Wales? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Why Join Us?
HM Land Registry (HMLR) is at the forefront of digital innovation, aiming to become the world’s leading land registry. Our software systems form part of the UK’s critical national infrastructure, safeguarding land and property ownership valued at £8 trillion and enabling over £1 trillion in lending.
The Role
As a Software IT Test Manager, you will be a key player in ensuring that quality is embedded at every stage of the software development lifecycle. Your expertise will drive forward the quality agenda, influencing test strategies, automation, and risk management.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing expert advice on complex testing issues at the project level.
Leading test automation and upskilling team members.
Managing multiple workstreams while implementing risk mitigation strategies.
Monitoring progress using quality metrics to ensure high standards.
Occasional travel and weekend work to support live assurance testing.
What We’re Looking For
To be successful, you must have:
ISTQB Foundation in Software Testing
ISTQB Advanced Test Manager in Software Testing OR proven experience in Test Management and leading digital teams
Experience in test automation and all levels of testing (Unit to OAT)
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Our Culture & Benefits -Software IT Test Manager
A dynamic and supportive work environment.
A hybrid work model – at least 60% of your time will be office-based.
Generous Civil Service Pension scheme.
A chance to contribute to one of the UK’s most important digital transformation projects.
If you are passionate about software quality and innovation, apply now and be part of a team shaping the future of property ownership in the UK!
What next?
Interested? Click apply now!
