Test Manager - Azure

A global reinsurance firm is seeking an experienced Test Manager to lead testing across a large-scale migration from on-premise infrastructure to Azure Cloud (AVS). This role is critical in ensuring the successful transition of applications and infrastructure, enabling full data center exit.

Job Title: Test Manager Location: London (Hybrid) Rate: £700/day Industry: Global Reinsurance Cloud Migration Program Contract Type: Contract

• Own and deliver the end-to-end test strategy for cloud migration projects (on-prem to Azure/AVS)
• Lead testing across infrastructure, application workloads, networks, integrations, and performance
• Manage test teams (onshore and offshore), align test coverage with project risk, and ensure delivery partner accountability
• Evaluate and challenge 3rd-party test plans to ensure technical and business risks are addressed
• Work closely with technical architects, engineers, and business stakeholders to drive quality across the migration lifecycle

• Proven experience in both on-premise and Azure cloud environments, with deep understanding of their differences and dependencies
• Hands-on experience delivering testing for large-scale cloud migrations, particularly involving Azure and AVS (Azure VMware Solution)
• Strong knowledge of networks, VLANs, and server/application communication paths
• Track record in risk-based test management across multiple testing streams: integration, regression, UAT, performance, and OAT
• Minimum 10 years in technology, including 5+ years in test leadership roles
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills and ability to lead distributed testing teams
• Relevant degree in Computer Science or related field; Azure/cloud certifications preferred
• Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Focus: Software Development/Engineering
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Experience Level: Mid Management
• Location: City of London
• Industry: IT
• Salary: £600 - £700 per day
• Job Reference: 73PWAI-733B0CFC
• Date posted: 7 October 2025
• Consultant: Dane Moore

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