Repo Tester

REPO Tester - 6 Month Contract - Up to £650 per day (Inside IR35) - London - Investment Banking

Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced REPO Tester for a 6-month initial contract with a leading investment bank in London, offering a hybrid work model with 2-3 days per week on-site. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in bonds and repos, integration testing, and a strong understanding of trade lifecycle processes. This role requires close collaboration with development teams, project managers, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions that meet functional and non-functional requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bonds and Repos Testing: Apply deep expertise in bonds and repos to perform end-to-end testing and validation.
• Integration Testing: Conduct comprehensive integration tests to ensure seamless interoperability between systems.
• Trade Reporting and Reconciliation: Validate trade reporting and reconciliation processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Murex Testing: Leverage hands-on experience with Murex systems (MXG2000 & MX3) for trade lifecycle testing.
• Trade Lifecycle Testing: Execute thorough testing of trade lifecycle processes, from initiation to settlement.
• Data Mapping and Validation: Perform detailed data mapping, validation, and analysis to ensure data integrity and consistency.
• Test Planning and Execution: Develop detailed test plans, prepare test cases, execute tests, and document results.
• Defect Tracking and Resolution: Identify, log, and manage defects through resolution, ensuring timely delivery.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, provide updates, and ensure effective test coverage.
• Reporting: Generate regular status reports and test summaries for key stakeholders, highlighting progress and critical issues.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Domain Expertise: Extensive experience in bonds, repos, and trade lifecycle processes.
• Integration Experience: Proven ability to perform and validate integration testing.
• Trade Reporting and Reconciliation: Strong knowledge of trade reporting and reconciliation practices.
• Murex Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Murex (MXG2000 & MX3).
• Testing Expertise: Proficiency in manual testing techniques, including test planning, execution, and defect tracking.
• Data Skills: Strong data mapping and validation skills to ensure data quality.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail.

Day Rate: Up to £650/day (Inside IR35)