Test Lead

Quality Assurance Lead

Are you a QA leader who enjoys shaping automation strategy and driving technical quality across complex enterprise systems?

We are working with a leading organisation looking for a Test Lead to take ownership of QA strategy, automation, and delivery across a range of business-critical platforms.

Key details:

• Salary: £75,000 – £85,000
• Location: Liverpool Street / Moorgate (3 days onsite)
• Senior leadership role within a well-established technology function

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to define and evolve QA strategy across automation, AI, and performance testing
• Work with modern tooling including Playwright, Azure DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines
• High-impact role influencing enterprise-wide systems and third-party delivery
• Collaborative environment with strong investment in learning and development
• Hybrid working model with central London office

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end QA lifecycle across multiple projects
• Own automation strategy, particularly within Playwright (C#)
• Define QA standards, frameworks, and best practices
• Oversee third-party vendors and ensure quality benchmarks are met
• Drive AI-enabled testing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with stakeholders across technology and business teams
• Implement and optimise testing within CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps)

Tech environment:

• Playwright (C# / .Net)
• Azure DevOps
• CI/CD pipelines
• Enterprise systems and integrations
• Test management tools such as TestRail

What we’re looking for:

• Strong QA leadership experience (5–7+ years, including leadership)
• Deep expertise in test automation and modern QA practices
• Experience working across complex enterprise systems
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, delivery-focused environments

If you’re looking to take ownership of QA strategy in a role where you can genuinely influence direction and standards, this could be a great next step.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Due to the high volume of applications, if you haven’t heard from us within 2 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.