Overview

Head of Talent Acquisition - Enterprise Applications (Oracle) @ Version 1

For over 28 years, Version 1 has partnered with leading global brands to deliver digital, cloud, and enterprise application solutions that drive business success. We are recognised as Oracle Innovation Partner of the Year 2023 (EMEA); Microsoft Global Partner of the Year (Modernising Applications); AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year (EMEA); and one of the Best Workplaces for Women in the UK & Ireland (2023). Version 1 employs 3,500+ people and has revenues exceeding €347m/£302m, and is a leader in Oracle, Microsoft, and AWS consulting services.

Job Description: Oracle ERP Test Manager. You must be SC cleared or eligible for SC clearance and must have lived in the UK for the last 3 years. Ready to lead Oracle ERP testing at scale? Join Version 1 as a Test Manager.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end test management
• Test strategy including supporting test planning and test scripting best practices
• Test design and execution with test reporting and defect logging processes, including coordination between upstream and downstream systems for testing
• Managing a hybrid team of test analysts and client end users/subject matter experts
• Working independently and remotely, with willingness to travel for client engagements as needed

Key Responsibilities

• Create test strategy and test plans
• Coordinate defect triage meetings
• Oversee risk management, mitigation and client communication and coordination
• Build test strategy, test plan and schedule based on overall project timelines
• Coach teams in test scripting best practices
• Familiarity with automated testing solutions
• Review test artefacts (test scripts, test logs, defect logs, test summary reports)
• Coordinate and support SIT and UAT lead for SIT/UAT planning and execution
• Oversee staffing of the project with Version 1 resources; collaborate with clients and third parties to ensure on-time completion
• Adhere to Version 1 standards and policies

Additional Responsibilities

• Oversee support and training of fellow colleagues
• Keep product knowledge current
• Monitor performance indicators/targets
• Maintain high customer satisfaction ratings (internal & external)
• Deliver all project-related activities efficiently as part of a recognised project methodology
• Meet quarterly objectives set during appraisals

Qualifications

• Experience in test management and defect management
• Oracle testing environment for implementations/upgrades with knowledge of multiple ERP/HCM modules and at least 1 full upgrade or implementation project testing lifecycle
• Ability to identify and solve problems; innovative thinker capable of translating customer requirements into workable solutions
• Flexible but methodical, with thorough organizational and analytical skills; process-oriented
• Time management skills; able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

• Why Version 1? Strong career progression & mentorship, significant training budget for certifications, quarterly Pathways reviews
• Version 1 Annual Excellence Awards & Call-Out recognition platform
• Comprehensive leave policies to support your journey
• Active ESG & CSR initiatives, including fundraising, volunteering, and diversity, inclusion & belonging programs
• Certified Great Place to Work for 10+ years

Benefits

• Quarterly profit share
• Hybrid/Remote working flexibility
• Pension, private healthcare, life assurance
• Great Place to Work certification for 10+ years

This is hybrid-based with occasional travel to your nearest base office.

Equal opportunities employer. Please refer to our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging statement at Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging | Version 1 Careers. We have an internal recruitment team and do not accept agency candidates. Please contact us directly if you want to join Version 1.