Test Lead / Manager

Description

At IQ Group, we pride ourselves on fostering a positive, high-performing culture where our people are supported to grow, develop, and thrive.We’re currently seeking an experienced Test Lead with strong Digital Advice or Financial Services experience to join our team on exciting client implementations based in Melbourne or SydneyAbout the RoleAs a Test Lead, you will take ownership of end-to-end testing across client delivery programs, ensuring high-quality outcomes and seamless implementation.Key Responsibilities

• Lead the testing effort for client implementations
• Develop test plans and prepare test cases aligned to business requirements
• Contribute to acceptance criteria for sprint stories
• Design and prepare automated end-to-end tests using low code/no code tools
• Execute manual and automated testing activities
• Collaborate with client-side test teams through regular syncs to align on plans, defects, and progress
• Partner with delivery leads, configurators, and internal teams to ensure all requirements are met
• Produce client-facing test reports and contribute to release notes
• Analyse test results, track defects, and escalate issues as required
• Participate in story estimation and test planning across workstreams
• Support release activities including smoke and regression testing

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a Test Lead or Senior Test Analyst
• Strong experience in Digital Advice platforms or Financial Services (Superannuation highly regarded)
• 5+ years across manual and test automation, including cross-browser/device testing
• Strong client-facing experience with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience with low code automation tools (e.g. Testim.io) and working knowledge of JavaScript
• Familiarity with browser DevTools
• Solid understanding of web/app architectures, Agile delivery, and the full testing lifecycle

Highly regarded:

• Accessibility and performance testing experience
• Experience working in regulated environments

Why IQ Group?You’ll work alongside experienced, knowledgeable consultants in a collaborative environment that values expertise, continuous improvement, and shared success.If you’re looking to combine your financial services experience with a supportive, growth-focused consulting environment—we’d love to hear from you.