Senior Application UAT Specialist at FP Inc.

Role Overview

The Senior Application User Acceptance Test (UAT) Specialist plays a critical role within the Operational Risk Shared Services – Strategy & Systems Team. This position acts as a vital bridge between technology and business functions within Group Risk Management (GRM). The successful candidate will ensure that enterprise-level applications are robust, functional, and aligned with the strategic objectives of Operational Risk Management.

Key Responsibilities

Test Strategy & Execution: Translate complex business requirements into comprehensive test cases and execute manual tests to identify defects and ensure full functional coverage.
Defect Management: Document findings meticulously, publish results to SharePoint, and communicate bugs to IT and business teams to facilitate swift resolution.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Lead walkthroughs of test scenarios with colleagues and collaborate across Operational Risk Management and IT departments to validate application readiness.
Data Validation: Utilise advanced SQL skills to identify data inconsistencies, gaps, and compatibility issues, particularly during data migration processes.
Reporting: Maintain consistent communication with project leads, ensuring all testing activities align with business objectives and compliance standards.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) or Quality Assurance, ideally in a lead or senior capacity.
Advanced proficiency in SQL for data analysis and Archer (GRC) software.
Expertise in Jira, SharePoint, and the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint).
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

Strong working knowledge of Operational Risk Management concepts and processes.
Experience working within an Agile delivery framework.
Proficiency in Python scripting for test enhancement.