Bibby Financial Services
QA Test Analyst
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QA Test Analyst (Fixed Term Contract) - Flexible Location
Up to £46,000pa DOE plus Performance Bonus & Benefits.
About Bibby Financial Services
Bibby Financial Services are growing, and we’re looking for a QA Test Analyst to join our Business Applications Team on a 12-month, fixed-term contract. The Test Analyst provides a comprehensive testing service across Business Applications and Technology Services within the BFS estate. The role works closely with teams across multiple functions and business areas to design, plan, manage, and execute testing activities that support both business-as-usual (BAU) operations and change initiatives. The Test Analyst collaborates with key application users and stakeholders, applying a risk-based testing approach to support the safe and effective delivery of change. The role plays a critical part in maintaining system quality and stability while enabling transformation and continuous improvement.
At Bibby Financial Services (BFS), we’ve been helping small and medium-sized businesses thrive and grow since 1982. Working across 9 countries, we provide the funding and support that give our clients the confidence to take their next step, whether that’s expanding, innovating, or breaking into new markets. We’re proud to be part of Bibby Line Group, a long-standing family business and one of the UK’s oldest independent companies.
What you’ll be doing
- Apply a risk-based testing approach in line with agreed project test strategies and plans.
- Contribute to the preparation of test plans aligned to the scope of change and defined risk appetite.
- Develop clear, comprehensive test scripts that cover all required scenarios, acceptance criteria, and expected.
- Coordinate with the Test Manager and internal/external teams to plan, schedule, and prioritize testing activities.
- Contribute to the creation and maintenance of regression test packs, combining manual and automated testing approaches to improve efficiency and consistency outcomes.
- Prepare appropriate test data to support both manual and automated testing activities.
- Execute manual and automated test scripts in line with agreed plans and schedules.
- Contribute to the development and use of standard templates, tools, and processes.
- Proactively identify opportunities to leverage tooling, technology, and AI to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of test planning and execution.
- Identify and promote opportunities for process improvement and productivity gains.
- Build and maintain strong knowledge of core applications and associated business processes.
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Who are we looking for?
- BCS (ISEB) / ISTQB Certified Tester at Foundation level.
- Proven experience in an IT or software testing role within a development or end-user environment.
- Hands-on experience of manual functional testing, regression testing, and test automation.
- Familiarity with a range of testing methodologies (e.g., waterfall, V-model, agile) and standard testing terminology.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical capability.
- Confident decision-making and influencing skills.
- Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and SharePoint.
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What you’ll get in return
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service, with buy/sell options.
- Performance Bonus.
- Private healthcare for you and your family.
- Company pension scheme.
- Flexible benefits (gym membership, tech, health assessments, and more).
- Access to an online wellbeing centre.
- Discounts with a wide range of retailers.
- Plus, much more!
There’s no place quite like BFS and we’re proud of that. And it’s all down to you - you make us the people with which every ambitious business loves to work which is highlighted through our values: We partner with customers for long-term success, We redefine what’s possible, We deliver what matters, when it matters, and We support each other to be our best.
If you would like to join us, please click ‘apply’ today to be considered for our QA Test Analyst vacancy – we would love to hear from you!
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