Test Manager (with Guidewire experience)

We Are Waiting for You

Hi there!

I am Laura, the recruiter for this position. Nice to meet you!

First, a little bit about what I like the most about working at Zurich Technology Delivery Center: The environment here is incredibly collaborative and innovative. Our tech-driven mindset fosters continuous learning and growth, creating an atmosphere where everyone can thrive.  Now, I can't wait to share this exciting journey with you at Zurich!

First of all, THANK YOU for considering our company. We understand that finding the right opportunity can be tough, but I’ll try to make it easier.

Who Are We?

Let me introduce us. You’re reading about Zurich Insurance Group, a global leader in insurance, but this role specifically pertains to our Technology Delivery Center (TDC). Established in Barcelona in 2006, the TDC operates as an integral part of Zurich Insurance Group, providing cutting-edge technological solutions and support to Zurich's local and global business units.

In essence, Zurich TDC is where technology meets the vast reach of a multinational company. We specialize in areas such as software development, data analytics, cybersecurity, and IT infrastructure. Our primary mission is to support Zurich's strategic goals and enhance operational efficiency through innovative technology solutions.

If you're considering a role with us, know that you'll be joining a hub of technological excellence dedicated to driving Zurich's success on a global scale.

What Can You Expect?

And you might be thinking: This is great, what will my day-to-day be like, at TDC? I’m glad you asked. 

• Define Test Strategy for projects
• Manage testing activities within project(s)
• Support strategic and tactical initiatives
• Collaborate with global teams on strategy updates, planning, and investment prioritization
• Manage key stakeholders, and act as a trusted advisor
• Ensure project compliance
• Take overall accountability for project test delivery plan (Static Testing, SIT, UAT).
• Ensure that all leads are delivering to agreed plan and managing team productivity.
• Work closely with leads to understand and resolve any concerns before they escalate into issues.
• Review and approve all major testing deliverables.
• Provide up to date data, status and judgment on project.
• Identify and allocate resources.
• Review estimates and assumptions to ensure that they still hold true and reforecast as often as appropriate.
• Ensure Stakeholders have up to date information on the project status at all times.
• Ensure that standard processes and deliverables are followed and that any deviations are managed and the risks and potential outcome of those risks communicated and accepted.
• Work with other Test Managers to ensure sharing of experiences, best practices and lessons learnt.
• Ensure that senior management is informed about issues before they escalate, and can intervene as appropriate.
• Ensure regular reporting procedures, both formal and informal, are used.
• Apply Quality techniques and processes throughout the testing delivery lifecycle.
• Resolve issues for all lower levels.
• Provide guidance on policy, national and international quality standards.
• Prepare staffing plans, which may include staff working both on site and remotely.
• Manage customer and vendor relationships.
• Up hold Zurich Standard processes and practices

What Makes You a great Fit?

While we’re not seeking perfection or expecting you to save the world, we believe that if you meet some of these requirements, you’ll be a fantastic fit for our team. We are waiting for you!

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Information Technology and 3 or more years of experience in related field such a Test Manager or similar
• At least 3/5 years in financial services industry.
• Experience with Guidewire.
• Experience of quality and testing technology.
• Experience of business transformation.
• Experience in leading high technological skilled teams
• Must have leadership experience providing services for multiple business units
• ITSQB Quality and Test Manager or similar
• Good knowledge of databases, middleware, web services and related standards
• Experience with IT Governance
• Positive attitude, strong communication (verbal and written) & interpersonal skills
• Team player and able to create and work in a collaborative environment
• Ability to influence stakeholders across all levels, including teams outside of shared services and solutions
• Act as a trusted advisor for the customer by having a holistic view of the different alternatives that would provide a solution to the customer/s
• Ability to discuss technical topics in business terms, including but not limited to give presentations to an audience with different level of technological maturity
• Ability to think outside of the box and be innovative by keeping abreast of new trends, identifying opportunities to bring in change for business benefit
• Fluent written and spoken English (additionally, German would be nice to have) 
• Global, critical, innovative thinking with good presentation skills
• Stakeholder influencing and technology governance

Knowledge:

• Needs strong knowledge of QA & Testing Practices and understanding of quality management and development methodologies (SDLC) is highly valuated

Technical skills: 

• HP ALM and other Test management tools
• Agile Tools (TFS, JIRA, etc)
• Testing automation tools (UFT, QTPro, ..) would be highly valuated
• Analyze and custom SQL, .NET and J2EE solutions

And… What Makes Us Special?

As well as a competitive salary and a yearly bonus, we offer:

• To support your work-life balance, we have adopted a flexible working model.
•  Option to work abroad up to 25 days yearly.
• Over 300 euros to set up your home office and additional monthly home office allowance.
• Wide range of internal and external trainings, including English, German and Spanish classes depending on the needs.
• Ticket restaurant and Health Insurance with the flexibility to exchange it for other benefits.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Collective Life retirement Plan
• 2000 referral bonus if you bring other talented people like you to the company.
• Special banking and insurance conditions plus Exclusive Employees discounts 
• Functional diversity benefits 
• Stock options and mortgage benefits.

Where Are We Located?

Barcelona, Poblenou.

We Are Waiting for You.

Can you see yourself in this role? Don’t wait any longer! Apply by sending your CV in English.

If not, no worries! We’ll meet again in the future. Feel free to share my contact details with anyone you think would be a great fit.

At Zurich, we are an equal opportunity employer. We attract and retain the best-qualified individuals available, regardless of race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

Zurich Technology Delivery Center – Your Talent, Our Strength

Why Zurich

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right? 

We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that’s what makes our team so great! 
Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet.
 

• Location(s):  ES - Barcelona 
• Remote working: Hybrid
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Laura Santamaría Rodríguez