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# Test Analyst

- **Company:** Royal London
- **Location:** Nether Alderley, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Software Bug Management, Software Engineering, Test Management, Diagnostic Tools, Performance Testing
- **Published:** May 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/jobad/gb646e0137c960127dbfdcf13438429e65

## About the Role

In-depth knowledge of functional and non-functional testing techniques
Experience using automated test tools and understanding where automation adds most value
Familiarity with test management, defect management and diagnostic tools
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to break down complex problems and adapt to changing requirements
Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high quality standards
The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to agreed timescales
A collaborative approach, with confidence supporting and mentoring others
Specialist knowledge in at least one technology, business area or test automation tool.

## Description

We're looking for an experienced Senior Test Analyst to join our Test Services team within Group Technology & Change. You'll play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability and performance of our systems, supporting the delivery of new and enhanced technology solutions across Royal London.
Reporting to a Technical Lead or Lead Test Analyst, you'll take ownership of complex testing activities, using your technical expertise to design, execute and improve both functional and non-functional testing. You'll also support and mentor other Test Analysts, helping to raise standards and capability across the team.
This is a hands-on role with opportunities to influence testing strategy, introduce improvements and work closely with delivery teams throughout the full software development lifecycle.
About the role
Analysing functional and non-functional requirements to define robust testing approaches
Designing and executing reusable manual and automated test scripts and regression packs
Planning, estimating and scheduling test activities across delivery phases
Specifying requirements for test environments, data, tools and resources
Executing complex tests, recording outcomes and maintaining clear traceability back to requirements
Identifying, diagnosing and reporting defects, working closely with delivery teams to resolve issues
Producing test progress, quality and risk reports, supported by meaningful metrics
Reviewing test results and refining tests where required.


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