Senior Test Analyst

Job Title: Senior Test Analyst (Workday & Legal Experience)

Location: Borehamwood

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Test Analyst with a strong background in testing Workday applications and a preference for experience within the legal industry. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of hands-on experience in software testing, with a focus on Workday implementations and customizations. Experience in testing within legal systems or legal processes is highly desirable.

This role will require a detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of software testing methodologies, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Test Planning and Execution:
   1. Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on functional requirements and technical specifications.
   2. Conduct manual and automated testing across Workday modules (e.g., HR, Finance, Payroll).
   3. Identify, document, and track defects, working closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution.
   4. Perform regression testing, functional testing, and performance testing on Workday configurations.
2. Workday Specific Experience:
   1. Test and validate Workday system configurations, including integrations with third-party applications.
   2. Ensure system functionality meets business requirements by performing detailed test execution and reporting.
   3. Support Workday-related system enhancements and new feature rollouts by providing testing expertise.
3. Legal Process Testing:
   1. Ideally, work with legal-specific modules, processes, or software within the organisation.
   2. Perform testing of legal case management, document management systems, or contract lifecycle management tools integrated with Workday.
   3. Understand and test processes specific to the legal industry, such as compliance, document approval workflows, and regulatory requirements.
4. Collaboration:
   1. Work closely with business analysts, developers, and project managers to understand requirements and provide feedback on testing procedures.
   2. Participate in requirements reviews to ensure testability and identify potential risks early in the project lifecycle.
   3. Provide regular status updates on testing progress, challenges, and defect resolution.
5. Documentation and Reporting:
   1. Create and maintain clear and concise test documentation (test plans, test cases, test scripts, and defect reports).
   2. Report on testing progress, quality metrics, and overall test results to key stakeholders.
   3. Provide detailed post-test summaries and recommendations to improve system quality.

Key Skills and Experience:

1. Workday Experience:
   1. 3-5 years of hands-on experience testing Workday applications (e.g., HR, Finance, Payroll, Talent Management, etc.).
   2. Experience with Workday's testing methodology, tools, and best practices.
   3. Familiarity with Workday's integration capabilities, including testing integrations with third-party systems.
2. Legal Industry Experience (Desirable):
   1. Familiarity with legal systems, legal case management software, or legal-specific processes.
   2. Experience testing applications related to legal document management, compliance, or regulatory systems is a plus.
3. Testing Methodologies:
   1. Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Scrum).
   2. Experience in both manual and automated testing techniques.
   3. Familiarity with testing tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Selenium).
4. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
   1. Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
   2. Ability to understand complex business requirements and translate them into testable scenarios.
   3. Strong troubleshooting skills to identify issues and provide solutions.
5. Communication and Collaboration:
   1. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders.
   2. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
   3. Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.

Educational Qualifications:

1. Degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (preferred).
2. Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB, Workday certification) are advantageous.

Additional Information:

1. Benefits: Usual
2. Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.30pm