Test Associate (Manual QA) 6 months

Role Overview

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Test Associate to join our QA team, focused on ensuring the quality and reliability of our financial software solutions. You will work closely with developers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to execute test plans, identify defects, and contribute to continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review and execute manual test cases and scripts.
• Perform functional and regression testing in a financial environment.
• Log, track and report defects; collaborate with development teams to drive issues to resolution.
• Validate requirements with business analysts to ensure test coverage.
• Maintain clear testing documentation and adhere to QA standards.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in testing within a financial environment.
• Strong PC skills and familiarity with standard testing tools.
• Methodical approach to tasks and excellent attention to detail.
• Solid grasp of testing techniques and methodologies.
• Effective communicator: able to explain factual and procedural information one-on-one and in small groups.
• Active listener, responsive to feedback and guidance.

Desirable Qualifications

• ISEB Foundation qualification.
• Working knowledge of SQL.
• Broader industry/business background.

Core Competencies

• Flexibility: Adapts positively to changing demands under close supervision.
• Customer Focus: Understands and responds to internal/external client needs.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows through to completion.
• Planning & Organization: Prioritizes workload to meet deadlines and budget constraints.
• Quality Focus: Promotes a culture of “right first time” and supports quality standards.
• Problem Solving: Analyses information within defined frameworks to resolve issues.
• Initiative: Proactively seeks opportunities to improve processes and workflows.
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively with peers, line managers, and clients.
• Integrity: Communicates openly, admits mistakes, and takes responsibility for actions.