Vantage Point Global is supporting a major transformation programme within the media sector, focused on the evolution of a large media organisation as part of a wider data‑driven transformation. We are seeking an experienced Testing / QA Manager to take ownership of test strategy definition and execution across the programme, ensuring quality outcomes across a complex, multi‑vendor solution landscape.
This role sits within a complex transformation programme and carries accountability for the end‑to‑end testing approach, covering all non‑unit testing activity. The Testing / QA Manager will lead the planning, coordination and execution of programme‑wide testing phases, working closely with vendors, delivery teams and business stakeholders to identify risks early and ensure testing supports a stable and successful go‑live.
We are particularly interested in individuals who can operate at both a strategic and delivery level, bring structure and discipline to large‑scale testing, and confidently manage dependencies, risks and issues in a fast‑paced transformation environment.
Define and own the end‑to‑end test strategy across the programme
Plan, manage and coordinate all programme testing phases, including SIT, E2E, UAT and pre‑production testing
Take responsibility for day‑to‑day management of all non‑unit testing activity, ensuring testing stays on track
Identify, manage and mitigate testing risks, escalating issues as soon as they are reasonably predictable
Work closely with vendor development teams to align on testing approach, scope, timelines and responsibilities
Ensure testing is appropriately planned and sequenced across integrated systems and vendors
Provide clear reporting on testing progress, quality metrics, risks and readiness
Support business and delivery teams through UAT planning, execution and sign‑off
Ensure testing outcomes support confident go‑live and transition to production
Operate within programme governance structures, supporting mobilisation and ongoing delivery
Strong experience operating as a Testing Manager, QA Manager or Test Lead on complex transformation programmes
Proven experience defining and delivering end‑to‑end test strategies across multi‑system environments
Hands‑on experience managing SIT, E2E, UAT and pre‑production testing phases
Experience coordinating testing across internal teams and third‑party vendors
Strong risk management skills, with the ability to identify, mitigate and escalate testing issues early
Experience reporting on testing progress, quality and readiness to senior stakeholders
Confidence working in environments where delivery timelines and dependencies are tightly coupled
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience contributing to digital, data or platform‑led transformation initiatives
UK‑based
Exposure to data transformation programmes
Background in media, rights management or related creative industries
Experience testing data‑heavy, integration‑led or multi‑vendor solutions
Familiarity with modern testing tooling and test management platforms
Experience working in consultancy‑led or multi‑supplier delivery environments
Vantage Point Global is fully committed to being an Equal Opportunities, inclusive employer. We are passionate about attracting diverse talent, and welcome applications regardless of ethnicity, culture, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.
Things you need to know:
- To apply, you’ll need to provide us with a CV and answer a few initial questions.
- We’d like to make you aware that if you have not heard back from us within three weeks of the date of application that we will not be progressing your application.
