Testing ManagerContract 6 months Outside IR35Hybrid: High WycombeTechnet IT has partnered with a global retail organisation to deliver a critical Oracle HCM Cloud transformation programme. We are seeking an experienced Testing Manager to lead end-to-end testing across a high-profile People systems migration. This is a 6-month contract (Outside IR35) with a hybrid working model across London (Battersea) and High Wycombe. With a fixed go-live date of 7th September, this role requires strong delivery ownership in a time-critical environment.The RoleYou will take full accountability for testing strategy and execution across the Oracle HCM Cloud migration, covering both business unit and group-level workstreams. This includes ownership of all test phases (SIT, UAT, Parallel Payroll, Cutover), ensuring quality, governance, and readiness across payroll-critical processes, integrations, data, and business continuity.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and own the end-to-end test strategy, approach, and delivery plan (SIT, UAT, regression, data validation, cutover)Plan and manage test cycles, including environments, dependencies, and entry/exit criteriaEnsure environment and test data readiness across all phasesCoordinate test scenario design for People and payroll-critical processesLead defect triage, prioritisation, and resolution with vendors and internal teamsOwn test reporting, quality metrics, and governance outputsProvide clear readiness recommendations to support go/no-go decisionsOversee data migration validation and reconciliation, ensuring formal sign-offLead cutover rehearsal testing and go-live assuranceProduce regular reporting on progress, defects, coverage, and risksWhat We’re Looking ForStrong leadership across Oracle HCM Cloud / Oracle Fusion HCM testing programmesProven experience managing SIT, UAT, regression, payroll parallel runs, and go-live testingExperience testing integrations (OIC and third-party providers) and downstream impactsAbility to operate across complex, multi-stakeholder environments (global/group structures)Strong defect management and vendor coordination experienceExcellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical outcomes into business riskHighly organised, detail-oriented, and able to deliver at pace in deadline-driven programmesKey Skills & KnowledgeTest planning, script design, and data preparationPayroll testing (including multi-cycle parallel runs)Data migration validation, reconciliation, and sign-off processesUnderstanding of People systems and payroll-critical workflowsFamiliarity with tools such as JIRA and test reporting dashboardsAwareness of data security and controls when handling sensitive employee data