UAT Test Lead - ISO Programme

Role: UAT Test Lead - ISO Programme

Overview

We are seeking an experienced UAT Test Lead to support a large ISO Programme with critical delivery timelines. This is an urgent requirement requiring a hands-on test professional with strong coordination, stakeholder engagement, and UAT leadership experience.

Internal candidates within the bank are preferred where possible, as this would allow for faster mobilisation and avoid the standard 2-4 week onboarding period required for external hires.

The successful candidate will lead all UAT activities, working closely with business users, product teams, and delivery teams to ensure smooth execution and successful programme delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, coordinate, and oversee all User Acceptance Testing activities across the ISO Programme

Develop and own UAT testing artefacts including UAT Test Strategy, Test Approach, Test Plan, and Test Closure Report

Prepare and maintain UAT documentation including test scenarios, test scripts, and acceptance criteria

Support a business-led UAT model, enabling business users to execute testing effectively

Work closely with Business Users, Product Owners, and Scrum Masters to ensure UAT readiness

Perform hands-on testing when required to support delivery deadlines

Track UAT progress and monitor test execution against the overall release plan

Manage and track defects, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication

Provide regular test status reporting to stakeholders, highlighting risks, issues, and blockers early

Engage with business stakeholders to ensure all UAT activities are completed on time

Skills and Experience

Proven experience working as a UAT Test Lead, ideally within banking or financial services

Strong understanding of UAT processes, defect management, and test governance

Excellent coordination and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders

Experience working in Agile delivery environments, preferably within financial services or lending

Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both business and technical teams

Hands-on testing capability and willingness to support delivery where required

Experience using Jira, Zephyr Scale, and Confluence for test planning, execution, reporting, and documentation