Test Assurance Lead

We are seeking an experienced Test Assurance Lead to provide independent, client-side testing assurance across a complex technology transformation programme involving multiple suppliers and delivery partners. This is a senior, hands-on role combining independent test governance and assurance with responsibility for establishing and coordinating the client''s User Acceptance Testing (UAT) approach. You will independently assess supplier test strategies, plans, execution evidence, test coverage and defect management, ensuring solutions meet agreed business and technical requirements and are ready for operational acceptance. You will also lead the client''s UAT activities, working closely with business stakeholders and delivery partners to ensure effective testing and informed go/no-go decisions. Key Responsibilities Provide independent assurance of supplier test strategies, plans, methodologies and execution. Review testing coverage, environments, test data, resources and supporting evidence. Establish and maintain test governance, quality gates, entry and exit criteria. Develop and coordinate the client-side UAT strategy, scenarios, schedules and acceptance criteria. Engage and coordinate business stakeholders and UAT testers. Manage UAT progress, defect triage, prioritisation and retesting. Ensure requirements traceability across business, functional and technical requirements. Identify testing gaps, quality risks, unresolved defects and readiness concerns. ..... full job details .....