BNP Paribas Personal Finance
Test Analyst
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Test Analyst
Test Analyst
Location: Solihull (flexible hybrid working model available) Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About Us
At BNP Paribas Personal Finance, we are part of a global banking group dedicated to straightforward consumer finance. Our mission is to empower customers to make responsible financial decisions by partnering with leading UK retailers to offer finance solutions that align with their needs.
The Role
We are seeking a Test Analyst to join our IT function, where you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring that new and enhanced systems meet business and customer expectations.
Working collaboratively with Business Analysts, Developers, and Project Teams, your responsibilities will include:
- Validating systems through comprehensive testing across the full software testing lifecycle.
- Supporting test planning, test execution, defect management, and quality assurance for successful project delivery.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in problem-solving, stakeholder collaboration, and driving quality improvements within an Agile environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, prepare, and execute functional, regression, and scenario-based test cases to support project delivery.
- Develop and maintain manual and automated test scripts, ensuring broad test coverage across applications and systems.
- Analyse business requirements, user stories, and project documentation to create effective testing approaches.
- Execute testing activities and document results, maintaining clear audit trails and test evidence.
- Identify, document, and track defects using tools such as JIRA or TFS, participating in defect triage and resolution.
- Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) by assisting business users in understanding testing processes and executing test scenarios.
- Produce testing progress reports and provide updates to stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying ways to enhance testing processes, automation, and quality standards.
- Participate in root cause analysis to prevent recurring defects and improve future outcomes.
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Skills & Requirements
- Previous experience in Software Testing, Test Analyst, or Quality Assurance roles.
- Strong knowledge of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices.
- Experience working in Agile environments, including Scrum delivery frameworks.
- Familiarity with manual and automated test scripts creation and execution.
- Knowledge of test automation tools and frameworks.
- Proficiency with defect management tools (e.g., JIRA,TFS).
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, with an excellent attention to detail.
- SQL or database experience to support testing, investigation, and data validation.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills—able to work effectively across technical and business teams.
- Advantageous: ISTQB Foundation certification or equivalent experience.
- Beneficial: Exposure to scripting/programming languages such as VBA, Java, or similar.
What’s in it for you?
As a Top Employer UK, we offer a supportive, inclusive culture and a tailor-made benefits package, including:
- Competitive salary with a comprehensive package (including contributory pension and a health cash plan).
- Flexible holiday options, allowing you to buy/sell days to better balance work and life.
- Private medical insurance and lifestyle discounts.
- A collaborative, growth-oriented culture that prioritises wellbeing.
- Learning and development opportunities to enhance your technical and professional growth.
- The chance to work on business-critical projects within a global financial services leader.
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Could this be you?
At BNP Paribas Personal Finance, making a positive impact is at the core of our values. We’re looking for brave, proactive individuals willing to own and contribute to our mission.
Key Traits We Value:
- Passion for delivering high-quality technology solutions.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work well in teams.
- Drive to improve processes and continually enhance quality.
You don’t need to meet every requirement—applicants with around 75% of the skills/experience we’re seeking are encouraged to apply.
Your Application Journey
- Call with our Talent Acquisition Team
- Informal chat with the Hiring Manager
- Competency-based interview (including a technical assessment)
Timeframe: We aim to complete the process within 3–4 weeks, pending availability. All applicants receive feedback.
Note: This role may close early if sufficient candidates are found.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and provide equal opportunities for all, regardless of:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender
- Identity
- Race/ethnicity
- Religion/faith
- Sexual orientation
- Background
To learn more about careers at BNP Paribas Personal Finance, visit: https://www.bnpparibas-pf.co.uk/careers
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