ICT Test Manager

Role Type Police Staff
Local Policing/ Business Area ICT Department
Department ICT Department
Location HQ Waterwells
Grade PO3
Salary £53,451 per annum *This is uplifted by 3 Market Force Factors, up to £57,186 (MFFs reviewed on an annual basis)
Hours per Week 37
Type of Contract Permanent

Description 
We are seeking an experienced Test Manager to design, lead, and oversee all testing activities across our projects and workstreams. As you will be responsible for developing the function you’ll be required to have hands on technical testing capability. This role is critical in ensuring that business requirements are met through robust quality assurance processes and effective team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Test Planning:
Process Management:
Coordination and Communication:
Team Management:
Risk Management:
Reporting and Metrics:

Skills & Experience

Proven experience in test management.
Strong understanding of testing methodologies and QA processes.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
Ability to manage risks and make critical decisions.
Familiarity with automation tools and frameworks (desirable).

Benefits

Company pension.
Employee discounts.
Free onsite parking.
Onsite gym.
Onsite canteen.
Cycle to work scheme.
Hybrid and flexible working.
Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
24 days annual leave, rising to 29 after five year’s continuous service. In addition to, Bank Holidays.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please email Recruitment@Gloucestershire.Police.uk

The successful candidate for this role will be vetted at level Staff MV. This means the individual will need at least 5 years worth of residency in the UK.

Candidates applying for Gloucestershire Constabulary should be aware that the use of online 'Artificial Intelligence' (AI) systems such as ChatGPT to generate application answers is NOT permitted, any candidate found to have submitted an application form using online 'AI' software to generate answers will be removed from the recruitment process with immediate effect. This may result in future applications with the Constabulary also being rejected, based on integrity.

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At Gloucestershire Constabulary we recognise the benefits of increasing diversity across our force and the value of building a representative workforce. That is why it is important that people from ethnically diverse backgrounds and under-represented groups, including those with a disability, apply and help us deliver excellence in policing throughout Gloucestershire. We are a proud Disability Confident Employer and are committed to providing equal opportunities. 

Closing Date 03/03/2026, 13:00

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