Test Manager Sydney OR Brisbane OR Melbourne Join an Enterprise Testing team made up of supportive and highly experienced practitioners and leaders.Work on significant data projects utilising the latest technology and trends Permanent role – ideal start prior to Christmas We're never just satisfied with how things are – because we know how things could be.And it's our expert Technology team who forge ahead every day to make those 'what ifs' a reality.Welcome to a place where you can chase real progress and drive real change.And that includes your own career.Being a part of Technology at Suncorp Group means being switched on, endlessly curious and always adaptable.In return, you'll be supported to bring your own ideas to the table and challenge conventions – with the aim of making life a little brighter, simpler and better for our customers and each other.About the role: This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong Test Manager with vendor management experience to really showcase your skills and make your mark on our DataHawk project.DataHawk is Data Retention and Data Sharing Centre of Excellence (CoE), which deletes unnecessary personal information of our customers and employees to protect their privacy and reduce the risk of potential data breaches.The objective of this Test Manager role is to ensure the successful delivery of a comprehensive test strategy and plan for the multiple initiatives across the CoE.This includes working closely with the Program Manager, Project Manager(s) and Vendors.Lead both functional and non-functional testing activities, and overseeing a team of Test Analysts/Leads, Engineering Test Leads, and other team members.You will have the opportunity to expand your data knowledge using the latest technologies and innovations within a leading Australian Insurer.What you'll do: Provide E2E test governance across Functional and Non-Functional Test phases Develop and implement E2E test strategies.Advocate the stakeholders on Test frameworks, emphasizing the importance of testing in delivering high-quality products and services.Collaborate with stakeholders to define test environment governance process, test data, and non-production environment availability, considering different testing types (e.g., functional, regression, non-functional, production verification testing).Support automation requests by securing funding/approval from the Tribe/program and work closely with the Engineering Chapter for resources to support the automation.Maintain thorough documentation of test strategy, test plans, test cases, test results, requirement traceability matrix and other testing artefacts.Co-ordinate, coach and support team members in all aspects Test phases including System Testing, System Integration Testing, Business Acceptance Testing, Production Verification Testing (PVT), Business Regression Testing (BRT).Provide status reporting to the Program Manager About you: Minimum 5 years of previous Test Management experience in large scale project setting; Data exposure is an added advantage 3 + years working in an Agile environment Strong Vendor management and reporting experience Advanced stakeholder engagement skills (at senior level) combined with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous attention to detail Ability to work in a flexible environment and be adaptable to change Certifications: ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Certification (CTFL) - mandatory Agile Fundamentals - ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP) or similar - mandatory What we can offer you: Discounts and offers on a range of retail favourite stores as well as insurance products.Invest in your brighter future with ongoing study support and career development programs.Give back to our communities with payroll giving, donation matching and paid volunteer leave.Prioritise your work/life balance with our robust employee assistance program and dedicated employee council.About Suncorp: We're proud to be a part of the Suncorp family alongside some of Australia's most trusted and diverse names in insurance.Together, we share a drive to make the complex simple and bring our customers peace of mind when it matters most – while helping to evolve and innovate the ways we can serve our community every day.That comes with all kinds of exciting opportunities for you to grow your own career.Whether you're guiding people through life's biggest moments or providing them with support in times they need it most, you'll be driven forward by our shared customer obsession and supported at every step of the journey.For over 100 years Suncorp has been driven by our guiding Purpose – to build futures and protect what matters.To ensure we deliver on that Purpose, we've made a commitment, built on trust, empowerment, and flexibility – to help our people unlock their full potential and unleash their best and brightest selves.With the backing and support of some of the most trusted names in insurance, the Suncorp family provides our people with every opportunity to grow their career as they make a meaningful difference for our customers and our communities.We're excited about what we can achieve together, working every day to be better, do more and realise the future we want to see just beyond the horizon.If this opportunity sounds like the challenge you have been looking for, please apply online today.At Suncorp we believe we are our best when our workforce is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and where our people feel included, valued and connected.We are passionate about inspiring our people by creating a diverse, accessible, and inclusive culture, offering flexible work, career development and internal mobility, and building connected relationships amongst our team members and with our customers.If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, contact ****** for a confidential conversation.