* A non-pensionable IT allowance of £4,609 is payable and inclusive within salary*

Job Summary:

It is an exciting time for HM Land Registry (HMLR) as we continue on a major transformation programme. HMLR's ambition is to become the world's leading land registry for speed, simplicity and an open approach to data.

We are now looking for an experienced Test Manager to join our Transformation and Technology team to help us achieve this.

Job Description:

As a Test Manager, you will be accountable for the ensuring that quality is built into the development of all solutions at all stages within the development life cycle. You will provide expert practice advice and guidance as well as practical advice on complex technical testing issues at project level. You will also be accountable for driving forward the quality agenda in the development of IT solutions and devising and monitoring progress using a range of quality metrics.

About the Test Community:

We have an active community of practice which meets regularly to share experiences and ideas, researches new technologies and approaches, and support its members. We have close ties with other communities at HMLR through the community leads network. We are active in cross government communities; speaking at meetups, and sharing expertise across departments. Our community develops much of our own training including but not limited to; UI automation with Ruby and Cucumber, API testing of microservice architecture, version control with git, virtualisation with docker containers, analysis, leadership, business domain, and much more.

Person Specification:

To be successful in this role, you will hold an ISTQB Advanced Test Manager in Software Testing OR have a proven track record in Test Management and leading digital teams. You will have experience of upskilling others in test automation and test techniques, and experience of creating robust strategy and plans to ensure quality.

You will have experience of managing multiple workstreams and you can manage risk and implement mitigation plans. You demonstrate experience of continuous integration practices and it is essential you have experience in all testing levels (from Unit to Operational Acceptance Testing [OAT]).

HMLR operates a hybrid working model which includes both home and office-based working. All staff are anchored to an office - actual time spent in offices will vary and is dependent on business need and personal choice. For example, attendance at essential face-to-face meetings, but generally we expect everyone to typically spend at least 40% of their working time in the office.

Other benefits:

Alongside your salary of £46,496, HM Land Registry contributes £11,309 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.

We have a strong and positive culture, a commitment to inclusivity, an emphasis on continuous learning and development, and flexible ways of working. We offer competitive pay and annual leave, attractive pension options and a wide range of other benefits.