Pacific Life Re
Test Lead - 12 month FTC
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Test Lead - 12 month FTC
Test Lead – 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC)
About the Role
The Testing Services team defines testing strategy, standards, tooling, and governance, and provides testing capabilities across projects and BAU change within Pacific Life Re (PL Re).
We are seeking an experienced Test Lead to join the Testing Services team on a fixed-term contract (FTC) to cover maternity leave.
The role is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of testing activities across assigned applications or initiatives, delivering high-quality, consistent, and controlled outcomes aligned with Testing Services standards.
The Test Lead will work closely with the Testing Services Manager, project teams, and third-party partners, acting as the primary point of contact for testing execution, readiness, and defect management.
Key Responsibilities
Test Delivery & Execution
- Lead end-to-end test delivery for assigned initiatives, ensuring activities are executed and reported in line with agreed plans and Testing Services standards.
- Coordinate testing across multiple phases, including:
- System testing
- Integration testing
- User acceptance testing support
- Oversee defect management, ensuring timely logging, triage, and resolution in collaboration with delivery and support teams.
- Provide clear and accurate reporting on test status, risk, and readiness to stakeholders.
- Contribute to release and deployment readiness by providing informed testing input and assurance.
- Drive test efficiency by identifying opportunities to improve coverage, quality, and delivery timelines.
Test Planning & Governance
- Produce and maintain test plans, schedules, and estimates aligned with Testing Services governance and delivery frameworks.
- Ensure test artefacts (test cases, scripts, evidence, and reports) are:
- Complete
- Accurate
- Audit-ready
- Adhere to defined testing standards, controls, and approval processes to ensure compliance and consistency.
- Support continuous improvement by enhancing test processes and ways of working.
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Stakeholder & Team Collaboration
- Act as the primary testing point of contact for project and workstream stakeholders, clearly communicating:
- Progress
- Risks
- Dependencies
- Work closely with:
- Business analysts
- Developers
- Infrastructure teams
- Third-party suppliers
- Provide direction and support to test analysts and contract resources engaged in delivery.
- Escalate risks and issues appropriately, with clear options and recommendations.
- Support capability uplift within delivery teams by sharing:
- Knowledge
- Guidance
- Best practice
Qualifications & Experience
Required
- Testing certifications (e.g. ISTQB, ISEB).
- Strong experience in software testing, including in a Test Lead or Senior Test Analyst role.
- Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and the role of testing within it.
- Experience working across Agile and Waterfall delivery approaches.
- Hands-on experience with:
- Test management tools (e.g. Zephyr, JIRA)
- Defect tracking tools
- Experience coordinating testing activities across:
- Third-party delivery teams
- Business testers
- Ability to communicate effectively with both:
- Technical stakeholders
- Non-technical stakeholders
- Skills to manage:
- Multiple priorities
- Adapting to changing delivery timelines
Desirable
- Experience with test automation tools and frameworks.
- Experience with non-functional testing, such as:
- Performance testing
- Security testing
- Experience working in a regulated environment.
- Experience in the (re)insurance industry, or with enterprise platforms (e.g. SAP, Oracle).
Working for Pacific Life Re
Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business. We seek to:
- Build individual expertise
- Support personal ambitions
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We know our team operates under pressure and strives for achievement but also enjoys fun and relaxation, with regular team-building days.
Our culture places great importance on healthy work-life balance, offering:
- Employee benefits (only for permanent and fixed-term employees)
- Social activities
- Well-being initiatives
- Support for community involvement (through fundraising, charity events, and volunteering opportunities).
Benefits (Permanent & Fixed-Term Employees)
Leave
- 25 days annual leave (with option to buy/sell additional days).
- Adoption and fertility leave.
- Generous enhanced parental leave.
Healthcare
- Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employees and dependents.
- Group Life Insurance (covering 9x basic annual salary).
- Group Income Protection (up to 75% of basic annual salary).
- Optical benefits.
Savings & Retirement
- 15% combined employee/employer contributions.
Wellness
- Subsidised gym membership.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
- Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
- Time off for volunteering.
- Charitable matching of employee donations.
You Can Be Who You Are
We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion, embracing the authenticity of all employees, partners, and communities.
We support all employees to:
- Thrive
- Achieve their fullest potential
As part of this commitment, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access for candidates with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs, so we can discuss adjustments to guarantee inclusion.
Pacific Life Re Values
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