Senior Test Analyst

• All Locations Peterborough
• Position ABF Business Technology Services
• Type Fixed Term

The Role & Key Responsibilities

• Job title: Senior Test Analyst (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

  Location: Peterborough (Hybrid)

  Are you a detail-driven Test Analyst with a focus on quality assurance and skilled in translating technical complexity into actionable insights? Do you enjoy working on high-profile technology change projects and contributing to the growth of a test practice?

  ABF Business Technology Services (BTS) are looking for an experienced Senior Test Analyst to join our maturing PMaaS (Project Management as a Service) function. In this assignment-based role, you’ll play a key part in shaping our internal consultancy model and delivering high-quality test services across strategically important technology projects for ABF’s diverse global businesses.

  What you’ll be doing

  • Designing, creating, and executing robust test plans, scenarios, cases, and scripts for business-critical technology projects.
  • Performing manual system integration and user acceptance testing (UAT), ensuring solutions meet quality standards and business needs.
  • Analysing functional and non-functional requirements to create meaningful and effective test coverage.
  • Logging, monitoring, and retesting defects with accuracy and detail, using structured test management and defect tracking tools.
  • Acting as a subject matter expert in testing practices, consulting across multiple teams and vendors in an evolving project environment.
  • Producing test reports and updates for Test Managers and Project Managers, supporting informed decision-making throughout delivery phases.
  • Collaborating with internal stakeholders to facilitate UAT and ensure smooth transitions to business-as-usual operations.
  Supporting the ongoing development of the BTS PMaaS testing capability, sharing knowledge, and advocating best practices

  What you’ll bring

  • Extensive experience in software testing, with high proficiency in manual testing and defect management.
  • Professionally qualified to BCS ISTQB Foundation Level or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated skill in developing and implementing complete test plans and documenting results effectively.
  • Proficient communication skills – able to translate technical information into clear language for business stakeholders.
  • Highly organised and methodical, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently to meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated ability to work professionally and collaboratively within project teams across business and IT functions.
  Experience working with test tools (e.g., JIRA, X-Ray, or similar), though specific tool knowledge is flexible

  Location

  Hybrid, a mix of office and homeworking. This role will be based at our Peterborough offices on the Lynchwood Business Park. The office has recently been renovated and along with a modern work environment has great public transport links, free onsite parking, free drink facilities, free lunch option each day and a great team culture.

Questions about this role?

If you have any questions about this role or need help ing please contact Taylor Waldon via ***email_hidden*** .

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