Total 97 Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in City Of Manchester, Greater Manchester, M40 2AF

About the Team:

Are you eager to elevate your career to new heights? Join us for an exhilarating opportunity to pioneer our groundbreaking digital bank project, where boundless possibilities await!

We're thrilled to extend an invitation for you to join our vibrant team of visionaries, innovators, and trailblazers.

As a Technology Risk and Compliance Lead of on our digital bank project, we're not just offering a job; we're presenting an opportunity to be part of something extraordinary.

You'll collaborate closely with some of the sharpest minds in the industry, operating within a supportive and collaborative environment that fosters creativity and exploration.

Your next thrilling adventure awaits with our digital bank project. Join us in shaping the future, today!

About the Role:

• Our first line technology compliance team and responsible for the effectiveness of controls based regulatory requirements, policies, standards and processes from a technology standpoint for our digital bank.

What You'll Do:

• Implement Key Risk and Control Indicators (KRIs/KCIs) to actively monitor and track non-compliance. Escalate and track to closure identified non-compliances.
• Develop and maintain relevant technology policies, standards and procedures to meet regulatory and corporate compliance requirements.
• Continuously monitor, track and ensure closure of technology and cyber security events, requests and submissions from generated tools, systems and users. Conduct regular effectiveness testing of technology controls.
• Track identified gaps and ensure that remediation meet internal compliance requirements or industry best practices.
• Communicate regularly with business users and other lines of defense (within the enterprise risk framework) to better understand latest technology compliance requirements
• Collaborate to manage internal risk acceptances raised and corrective risk remediation plan
• Support internal and external technology audits, and ensure timely audit and compliance reporting.

What We're Seeking:

• Familiar the latest Information Security principles, techniques, protocols and other industry IT governance standard best practices (e.g. ISO27001, NIST, ITIL, PCI-DSS).
• Preferably with one or more related certification in the areas of Technology Risk / Information Security – CRISC, CISM, CISA, CGEIT or equivalent.
• Knowledge of banking products and services and their supporting technology systems/platforms, with familiarity of front to back-office processes desired.
• Well-versed and solid have work experience related to BNM regulatory frameworks including policy documents on Risk Management in Technology, Outsourcing, Business Continuity Management, Management of Customer Information and Permitted Disclosures amongst others.
• Individual contributor who is delivery focused and possesses interpersonal skills, team player, have strategic thinking and encompassing the ability to build strategic collaborations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

What We Value:

• Open-mindedness and constructive communication, fostering an environment of mutual support and growth.
• Responsibility and ownership, with a strong sense of accountability.
• Commitment to teamwork and achieving shared goals.
• Customer focus and dedication to delivering results.
• A proactive approach to leading change and innovation.

Perks & Benefits

• Allowance (travel stipends, transportation, etc.)
• Nearby public transport
• Central location
• Casual dress code
• Open culture

About the Team:

Are you eager to elevate your career to new heights? Join us for an exhilarating opportunity to pioneer our groundbreaking digital bank project, where boundless possibilities await!

We're thrilled to extend an invitation for you to join our vibrant team of visionaries, innovators, and trailblazers.

As a Quality Assurance & Test Analyst of our digital bank project, we're not just offering a job; we're presenting an opportunity to be part of something extraordinary.

You'll collaborate closely with some of the sharpest minds in the industry, operating within a supportive and collaborative environment that fosters creativity and exploration.

Your next thrilling adventure awaits with our digital bank project. Join us in shaping the future, today!

About the Role:

• Driving software quality and efficiency within our organization
• Designing test strategies, leading testing teams, and implementing best practices to enhance overall software quality.

What You'll Do:

Test Case Execution:  

• Execute test cases based on project requirements and test plans.  
• Follow pre-designed test cases or develop own cases to test various functionalities of the bank’s digital mobile platform and other solutions.  
• Conduct both manual and automated testing to validate software functionality.  
• Document test results and report defects to the development team. 
• Assist in setting up and maintaining testing environments and testing automation tools by administering configuration and troubleshooting tasks.  

Defect Tracking and Reporting:  

• Identify, document, and track software defects using issue tracking systems.  
• Provide detailed defect reports to assist developers in understanding and resolving issues. Communicate bugs clearly and concisely, providing detailed information for easy understanding and resolution.  
• Collaborate with the team to verify bug fixes and ensure the closure of reported issues. 

Regression and Performance Testing:  

• Conduct regression testing to ensure that new software changes do not adversely affect existing functionality, and performance testing to ensure the solution platform is able to withstand high workloads  
• Develop and maintain regression/performance test suites for different software applications.  

Test Documentation:  

• Create and maintain test documentation, including test cases, test scripts, and test data.  
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of test plans and test strategies.  
• Update test cases status, log testing efforts and maintain testing artefacts  

Collaboration:  

• Work closely with engineers, product managers, testing providers, system integrators and other stakeholders to understand project requirements. 
•  Analyze and clarify testing requirements with project managers, product team and engineers  
• Participate in team meetings to discuss testing progress, challenges, and potential improvements.  
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to address quality concerns. 

 Automation Support:  

• Assist in the development and maintenance of automated test scripts. Collaborate with automation engineers to identify test cases suitable for automation.  
• Adherence to Quality Standards:  
• Ensure adherence to established quality standards and processes.  
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies. 

What We're Seeking:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information System or a related field preferred; or with equivalent work experience together with professional certifications.  
• Relevant certifications in software testing (e.g., ISTQB) are a plus. Minimum 3 years’ working experience in a software testing team, with some experience related to end-to-end testing for large scale and major technology projects. Experienced in test planning, test design, and test execution. 
•  Experienced in both manual and automated testing. Familiar with testing standards, tools, processes, and frameworks in Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies and with at least one programming languages (e.g., Java, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, Groovy) for test automation. 
•  A meticulous eye for detail and a commitment to high quality.  
• Excellent analytics and problem-solving skills Knowledge of version control systems and continuous integration tools.  
• Good communication skills to interact effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.  
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. 
• Good domain knowledge of digital banking front-end or core banking applications. 
• Experience in managing testing on Digital platforms will be an added advantage.  
• Good cross-department communication and coordination skills, with an inquisitive mindset to ensure project implementation according to requirements in complex business and environmental situations. 

What We Value:

• Open-mindedness and constructive communication, fostering an environment of mutual support and growth.
• Responsibility and ownership, with a strong sense of accountability.
• Commitment to teamwork and achieving shared goals.
• Customer focus and dedication to delivering results.
• A proactive approach to leading change and innovation.

• Nearby public transport
• Smart casual dress code
• Medical insurance
• Open culture

This Supervisory Transportation Security Inspector (Cyber) position is located in Region 3, Surface Operations, Security Operations (SO), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to:

• Implements programs to ensure surface transportation system owners and operators are aware of, understand, and adhere to TSA, government and industry introduced standards and recommendations.
• Implements cybersecurity outreach and oversight programs through engagement activities and resources to increase agency and operator efficiencies.
• Ensures the implementation of cybersecurity measures and controls that safeguard confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information system assets.
• Uses expert technical knowledge and experience along with judgment and discretion in applying standard inspection methods and techniques (e.g., surveillance, interview, document review, and testing).
• Leads local stakeholder implementation of cybersecurity measures and controls that safeguard confidentiality, integrity, and availability of operational technology and industrial control system assets.

At full performance level, major duties include:

• Provides direction, technical advice, counsel and guidance to compliance personnel in the field and regional offices on consumer protection laws and regulations and examination matters.
• Participates in consultations with Regional Office staff and management on material examination matters.
• Replies to questions and prepares letters and memoranda on examination and enforcement matters (including matters before the Case Review Committee) pertaining to compliance and Community Reinvestment Act (CRA).
• Participates in activities and meetings including training, conducted within the Corporation, on an interagency basis, or with industry and community representatives pertaining to compliance, fair lending and CRA matters.
• Participates in compliance, fair lending and CRA examination related projects.
• Reviews appeals of material supervisory compliance and CRA determinations submitted by institutions and prepares appropriate recommendations to the DCP Director or from the Director to the Supervision Appeals Review Committee with recommended action.

A top legal 500 law firm based in the City is seeking a Compliance Co-ordinator, paying up to £40,000 plus benefits, to join their growing team.

Initially the role will be working on a hybrid basis, 3 days in the office and 2 from home which will then change to 2 days in the office and 3 from home after probation.

The position of Compliance Co-ordinator will provide comprehensive administrative support to the Head of Compliance and Senior Compliance Advisor. as well as the rest of the firm.

Duties will include the following:

• General administrative support for the department e.g. filing, photocopying, scanning, printing, binding, post distribution, typing, receiving of phone calls
• Organising meeting and diary assistance for the Head of Compliance and Senior Compliance Advisor
• Assisting with the Lexcel Independent File Reviews and Lexcel Annual Maintenance Assisting with the firm's online training and identifying staff who have not completed their training
• Updating various Compliance registers
• Monitoring the firm's Compliance Policies and assisting with updating them
• Assisting with the firm's annual CQS re-accreditation
• Conducting AML/CDD of varying levels of complexity across a range of sectors, practices, and jurisdictions on all new and appropriate existing client instructions in a timely and efficient manner
• Anti-Money Laundering - assisting with implementing and conducting Know Your Customer (KYC) process
• Performing due diligence checks on new and existing counter-parties to identify risks and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Assisting members of the team with research projects and day-to-day compliance with AML regulatory matters as they arise
• Administering ongoing monitoring, enhanced due diligence and sanction regime procedures.
• Participate in internal audits and compliance reviews.
• Any other duties as may be requested from time to time by the Head of Compliance or the Senior Compliance Advisor

The ideal candidate will come from a compliance background and have ideally worked within a law firm or within a similar industry. You will understand the structure of law firms, working closely with partners and Solicitors, as well as audit and accreditations processes. The knowledge of Lexcel and use Partner for Microsoft would be advantageous.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.

Do you have great customer service skills and can handle multiple tasks at once? Join us in our enthusiasm for Greater Manchester and help us maintain the mobility of one of the UK’s biggest cities.

The Operational Control Centre is here to manage disruption and serious incidents across the whole transport network, from managing traffic signals to managing significant issues on bus and tram and everything in-between. The team are responsible for overseeing activity of the entire Greater Manchester transport network 24/7. It’s a fast paced, exciting environment to work in with no 2 shifts being the same.

Your Role

As a Control Centre Support Officer, you will play a key role in keeping the Greater Manchester Road network running smoothly. You will spot and resolve problems, and coordinate with the new Bee Network bus services and act as a liaison for TfGM. You will enjoy a dynamic and varied work environment, where you will handle multiple serious incidents simultaneously.

You will work to tight deadlines and targets to support the Operational Control Centre in delivering swift and efficient incident management, with a particular focus on enhancing customer journeys and supporting TfGM’s response along with transport partners. You will be responsible for monitoring the multi modal transport network utilising a suite of advanced computer systems, including journey planning and CCTV, to identify any issues and provide timely interventions to keep traffic and transport moving.

You be required to work on a shift rota basis along with colleagues providing 24 hours coverage 7 days a week. We operate a 10-week rota where the shifts vary but cover an equal split of early, late and night shifts. You’ll also get around 50% of weekends as planned rest days. There is a 20% shift allowance on top of the base salary for shift work. You will be provided with support through an extensive coaching and development framework, in conjunction with your assigned coach for up to 3 months.

For more details about this role please see the Job Profile below.

Who are we?

Join the Operational Control Centre and be part of a team that ensures the smooth operation of various transport modes for millions of travellers every day. The Operational Control Centre is expanding and using cutting-edge technology to oversee the entire Greater Manchester transport network, and you can be part of the change!

Upon joining the team, you will be provided with support through an extensive coaching and development framework, in conjunction with your assigned coach for your first 4 to 6 weeks in the role. The framework will coach and guide you through a series of modules which encompass the modal knowledge required to become competent in the role.

What you’ll bring

What you do and how you do it is important whatever type of role you work in at TfGM and even small behaviours and actions can have a really big impact. At TfGM, our behaviours bring to life our values of Deliver, Care and Adapt.

You'll have experience of stakeholder liaison and be able to clearly triage and prioritise information using your existing decision-making skills to enable you to quickly respond to incidents across the transport network and provide information to various audiences. A knowledge and understanding of GDPR and Data Protection is essential as well as experience of working with safety related policies and procedures. You'll have excellent computer skills and significant experience in using Microsoft applications and you'll have great customer service skills. Having a SIA CCTV Operator License is desired or a willingness to engage in SIA Approved CCTV training during employment. You will be educated to GCSE level or equivalent or have equivalent levels of experience.

What we can offer you

We have two permanent positions available and three fixed term positions for a period of 24 months with a salary of £27,841 - £31,915 per annum, plus 20% shift allowance. This equates to a starting salary of £33,409. You will work as part of a high performing, highly skilled and very welcoming team. Within this role, you will have the opportunity to develop yourself and your skills within multi modal, multi-agency control room.

Our benefits include:

• 28 days holiday per annum (plus bank holidays)
• Free Bus, Rail or Metrolink travel to and from work within the Greater Manchester boundary
• Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme which includes life cover of 3 x your salary and options to increase your pension contributions
• Commitment to learning and personal development and upskilling with reimbursement of professional fees, where essential to the role
• We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to staff via our employee assistance programme when required
• Working from a modern and well equipped office based in the heart of the city with easy transport access

What's next?

If you believe you have the skills and experience required, we’d really like to hear from you. When completing your application, please ensure that you provide clear examples against the criteria questions, all appointments will be based on merit.,

Internal candidates - check with your line manager before applying for a secondment, to make sure you can be released from your substantive role.

Interviews for this role will be held on 12th and 13th December. All candidates who apply for this role must be available on these dates as we are unable to offer alternative interview dates.

Any successful applicant will need to undertake a enhanced Disclosure and Barring service check prior to starting in role.

TfGM is proud to be an equal opportunities employer that encourages and celebrates diversity. We want to recruit and retain a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcome individuals from all backgrounds by committing to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We will offer support and reasonable adjustments if required and we also have a Guaranteed Assessment Scheme which you can find out more information on here.

For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licensed sponsor.

Please note we may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications.

NOTE TO AGENCIES we will be accepting direct applications only for this role. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral CV.

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Your new company
Media company / Entertainment industry
Your new role
QA Engineer
What you'll need to succeed

• Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java and C#
• Experience in Automation Testing: Selenium, JUnit, Test NG
• Prior experience in the media industry would be beneficial.
• Experience with front end testing on websites

What you'll get in return
An opportunity to work for a media company in London
What you need to do now


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