Automation Test Manager – AI-Driven Automation Lead

AXA Insurance Plc; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Bolton is hiring an Automation Test Manager to lead testing for intelligent automations. You will define testing approaches, oversee deployment, and ensure adherence to governance. Applicants should have a strong background in automation test management, excellent knowledge of development lifecycles, and the ability to work collaboratively in agile environments. This role also provides opportunities for flexible working and includes a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Annual performance-based bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Life Assurance

Private medical cover

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Extra leave options

Wellbeing services

AXA employee discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in building test approaches for automation projects required.
• Ability to maintain regression testing essential.
• Experience integrating test programmes into a CI/CD pipeline is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver intelligent automations and assist in deployment.
• Identify improvements through automation tools and communicate ideas.
• Oversee design, testing, and delivery of solutions aligned to business requirements.
• Ensure solutions meet regulatory guidance and report non-compliance.
• Provide feedback on test performance and delivery.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in the automation community.

Skills

ISTQB Foundation Level (CTFL) or Advanced Certifications

Proven automation test experience

Excellent knowledge of development lifecycles

Ability to lead and work in a team

Working knowledge of testing within agile practices

Ability to coordinate solutions to complex technical problems

Education

UiPath Certified Professional Software Testing Engineer

Job description

A leading insurance firm in Bolton is hiring an Automation Test Manager to lead testing for intelligent automations. You will define testing approaches, oversee deployment, and ensure adherence to governance. Applicants should have a strong background in automation test management, excellent knowledge of development lifecycles, and the ability to work collaboratively in agile environments. This role also provides opportunities for flexible working and includes a competitive salary and benefits package.