Programme Test Manager (IFRS17, Finance & Actuarial programs)

Programme Test Manager (IFRS17, Finance & Actuarial programs)

Posted 2 weeks ago by Insight International (UK) Ltd

Negotiable
Undetermined
Onsite
Horsham, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The Programme Test Manager will oversee the testing strategy and execution for IFRS17 and related Finance & Actuarial programs in Horsham. This role requires extensive experience in quality assurance and delivery test management, particularly within complex transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage and adherence to regulatory standards. A strong background in finance and actuarial programs is essential for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and lead the Test strategy, planning, and scheduling across multiple releases within the transformation programme.
  • Manage system integration, data validation, UAT, regression, and Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) across Policy and claims administration platforms, and related financial systems.
  • Collaborate with Actuarial, Finance, Data Governance, and IT teams to ensure comprehensive Test coverage aligned with business objectives and regulatory standards.
  • Demonstrate strong stakeholder management skills, engaging effectively with cross functional teams including IFRS17, Actuarial, Regulatory & Statutory Reporting.
  • Ensure adherence to non-functional requirements such as performance, Financial controls, and service assurance standards.
  • Support go-live readiness through detailed cutover planning, and post-implementation validation to maintain operational stability.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience in Programme-level Test management within finance, actuarial, or regulatory transformation initiatives.
  • Strong understanding of insurance data, claims processing, actuarial reserving, and financial reporting.
  • Hands-on experience with data platforms, ETL pipelines, and enterprise reporting tools.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across business and technical domains.
  • Familiarity with governance frameworks, change management, and release planning in regulated environments.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Horsham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Role: Programme Test Manager (IFRS17, Finance & Actuarial programs)

Location: Horsham (3days/week On-Site)

Job Type: Contract

Must Have Qualifications

Preferably served as Senior Program Test Manager or has 20+ years’ experience in QA / Quality Engineering (technical background preferred). 10+ years’ experience in Delivery Test Management on strategic, complex transformation programmes. Proven experience in managing Finance & Actuarial programs. Should have delivered IFRS 17 or similar programme UK-based candidate Master’s degree in a STEM subject. Availability: Less than 1 month.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and lead the Test strategy, planning, and scheduling across multiple releases within the transformation programme.
  • Manage system integration, data validation, UAT, regression, and Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) across Policy and claims administration platforms, and related financial systems.
  • Collaborate with Actuarial, Finance, Data Governance, and IT teams to ensure comprehensive Test coverage aligned with business objectives and regulatory standards.
  • Demonstrate strong stakeholder management skills, engaging effectively with cross functional teams including IFRS17, Actuarial, Regulatory & Statutory Reporting.
  • Ensure adherence to non-functional requirements such as performance, Financial controls, and service assurance standards.
  • Support go-live readiness through detailed cutover planning, and post-implementation validation to maintain operational stability.

Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience in Programme-level Test management within finance, actuarial, or regulatory transformation initiatives.
  • Strong understanding of insurance data, claims processing, actuarial reserving, and financial reporting.
  • Hands-on experience with data platforms, ETL pipelines, and enterprise reporting tools.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across business and technical domains.
  • Familiarity with governance frameworks, change management, and release planning in regulated environments.