Senior Test Analyst

Hastings Direct

Bexhill, UK
Competitive salary; annual 4cs performance bonus; ...
Hybrid
Insurance application testing experience
End-to-end test planning and delivery
Azure boards and github proficiency
Hastings Direct is seeking a Senior Test Analyst to lead and manage testing activities within a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT program testing, particularly within the insurance sector, and will be responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes across multiple projects

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading QA efforts across key insurance-based projects while operating within a hybrid environment spanning both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.
  • Candidates will be expected to manage complex test planning, identify dependencies, and ensure the integrity of the testing process through constructive challenge and diplomacy.
  • The company offers a competitive salary, a performance bonus scheme, matched pension contributions up to 10%, and comprehensive mental and financial wellbeing support.

Matching Summary

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Hastings Direct is seeking a Senior Test Analyst to lead and manage testing activities within a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT program testing, particularly within the insurance sector, and will be responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes across multiple projects.

Salary

Competitive salary; Annual 4Cs performance bonus; Matched pension up to 10%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Insurance application testing experience
  • End-to-end test planning and delivery
  • Azure Boards and GitHub proficiency
  • SQL and Snowflake database knowledge
  • Manual and automation testing execution
  • Pricing engine familiarity (e.g., Polaris, Earnix)

Nice-to-have

  • Python scripting for data analysis
  • Strong facilitation and mediation skills
  • Experience with Archer governance tools
  • Background in transformation programmes
  • Hands-on technical SME capability

Key Requirements

  • Substantial IT programme testing experience
  • Ideally includes insurance applications background
  • Solid working knowledge of SQL and Snowflake

Work Rights

Not specified

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