We have an exciting opportunity for a Test Lead to join our award-winning Business Change and Technology team on a 18 month Fixed term contract. Reporting into the Test Lead you will fully understand and comply with the Mitchells & Butlers Testing Methodology and Processes. You’ll be responsible for ensuring all testing activities for the Human Capital Management (HCM) transformation and implementation programme to include preparation and execution are planned, scheduled, completed per the Mitchells & Butlers Test Policy and Project requirements. In this role you will make sure that relevant test environments are configured and maintained in a multi-application/software environment to facilitate all testing requirements.
This role will involve a mixture of office and home working, with our Head Office based in Birmingham City Centre.
About us…
Serving with pride since 1898, Mitchells & Butlers are the heart of UK hospitality. In fact, you already know us, even if you don’t realise it! We own and run more than 1,600 pubs, bars and restaurants including the stylish All Bar One brand, legendary Miller & Carter steakhouses, and the iconic Toby Carvery. We are Mitchells & Butlers, and we set the industry standard.
You’ll be well rewarded…
- Working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexibility with working hours to fit around your personal commitments (e.g., 7am to 2pm, 8am to 3pm, etc.)
- 33% off at all our brands, including our hotels. Whether it’s date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered
- A pension that pays, where we’ll more than match your contributions (x1.5 of your contributions, up to a maximum of 5% of your salary)
- Private healthcare, dental plan, cycle to work, and keep fit schemes
- 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus option to buy up to 2 weeks extra holiday
What makes Mitchells & Butlers a great place to work?
To us, a career isn’t just about ‘clocking in’. We really care about our colleagues, and we’re an employer that keeps a promise. In fact, as one of the largest employers in the country, with over 44,000 people working for us, we have the responsibility of valuing every contribution from a diverse workforce that are representative of our guests, and who make us stronger. We continue to build a culture that values our differences and embraces them as strengths, and we recognise that there is always work to be done.
What you’ll be do as our Test Lead…
- Support the Project Managers and senior stakeholders in ensuring that all Project Test requirements are delivered on time and within budget
- Escalation point of contact, for Test related issues.
- Build and maintain robust ways of working between the Test Team and the wider Support Teams that includes, Development, Business Analyst and Business Owners
- Provide an open and honest environment within the team to encourage discussion, decision making, and conflict resolution.
- Assist the Test Manager internal and external Project and BAU Test Related communication, to ensure clarity and quality of information is maintained to the correct standards.
- Providing all support to the team using a servant leadership style whenever possible and leading by example.
- Ensure that all Test specific documentation is maintained to the highest standards
- Provide training and guidance to new team members where required
What you’ll need to bring to this Test Lead role…
- Strong Leadership qualities
- Excellent communication both orally and written
- Proven experience in leading teams
- Full understanding of Test processes and techniques
- Proven experience in working in an Agile environment
Qualifications and experience Required…
- ISTQB Qualification
- Degree or higher in IT/Computer Science
Could you be a great addition to our team? Apply for this Test Lead role today and we’ll be in touch to explore how you could be part of our exciting future.
Closing date: 11.59pm on Friday 11th October 2024.
