UAT Testing Operations Project Consultant

Job Description: This job is responsible for handling medium to large projects for a Line of Business that may be regional or national in scope. Key responsibilities include recommending policy and procedural changes and developing measurement criteria and project plans such as cost and resource estimates. Job expectations include working with senior management to evaluate current methods and develop strategies to implement change and improvements brought about by the project. Individuals typically should have 3-5 years of experience in playing a role of UAT Test Consultant and responsible for delivering End to End testing for medium to large complex/highly visible software solutions. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Develop UAT testing strategies/plans and require influencing partner to drive outcomes. Defines project testing scope to others outside of operations that may become involved in or impacted by the project. Work closely with partners (line of business, technology, project managers etc.) to ensure requirements are translated accurately into robust test plans/scripts/Data that support the project needs. Leads UAT testing execution with LOB testing partners for both UAT and Production Validation (PIV) for all releases, including defect management and status reporting. May be required to support more than one initiative simultaneously while coordinating projects large or small requiring creative solutions under compressed timelines. Demonstrates commitment to excellence by anticipating needs, identifying, and mitigating risks and minimizing potential problems. Decision made with logic, facts, and context. Demonstrates ability to make decisions, adapt to change and recommend creative solutions. Does not wait for direction, sets the direction, and creates empowerment; fosters discovery and launch new ideas. Must be able to work independently and is not afraid to make a decision and act on it. Analytical skills; complex problem-solving skills; ability to lead horizontally ; self-motivated. Ability to lead assessments for process improvements to improve testing. Escalate issues that are not being resolved on a timely basis or not meeting SLA standards. REQUIRED SKILLS: 3+ years of Project Management experience with emphasis on User Testing Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel - Pivot Tables/Macros/Graphs, PowerPoint, Word, Project, and Visio). Experience with Agile methodology- Well versed in using HP Application Lifecycle Management/Rally/JIRA as a testing tool. Ability to lead and manage multiple projects and initiatives. Ability to lead assessments for process improvements to improve testing. Ability to communicate with different audiences (across and up the organization)- verbal and written skills. Analytical and strong excel user (Pivot/Macros/Graphs). Able to create executive presentations (PowerPoint). Strong customer and project deliverables focus. Must be able to work independently and is not afraid to make a decision and act on it. Strong Project Management and Business Analysis experience including analysis techniques and project management methodologies. DESIRED SKILLS: Planning in a monthly Agile release environment. Strong project management skills and detail oriented. Strong customer and project deliverables focus. Strong communications - verbal and written skills. Knowledge of PPRT, Jira, QC, Confluence, HP-ALM, Rally, SQL, Octane & OTHER Testing Tools data query tools. Shift: 1st shift (United States of America) Hours Per Week: 40 Pay Transparency details US - IL - Chicago - 540 W Madison St - Bank Of America Plaza (IL4540), US - NJ - Pennington - 1400 American Blvd - Hopewell Bldg 4 (NJ2140), US - NY - New York - 1133 Ave Of The Americas - 1133 Ave Of The Americas (NY1533) Pay and benefits information Pay range $59,100.00 - $106,500.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set. Discretionary incentive eligible This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company. Benefits This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve. #J-18808-Ljbffr