Testing Associate – Equities Operations Transformation

Join our innovative Equities Operations Transformation team and shape the future of APAC Equities. Unlock your potential by leading quality assurance for strategic initiatives across Cash Equities Equities Derivatives and Prime Finance. Be part of a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement professional growth and impactful contributions. Make your mark by supporting transformation and operational excellence.

Job Summary
As a Testing Associate in Equities Operations Transformation you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and success of strategic transformation initiatives across the APAC Equities business. You will plan execute and report on testing activities collaborate with cross-functional teams and support the adoption of automated testing solutions. You will also contribute to project management and business analysis efforts driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate testing estimates and contribute to effective test planning
• Identify document and execute test scenarios and scripts using Business Driven Development methodologies
• Utilize test automation tools for efficient end-to-end test execution and support the rollout of automated testing solutions
• Monitor report and manage testing defects including re-testing and validation of fixes
• Document and present testing results using JIRA and other reporting tools for internal sign-off and stakeholder communication
• Prepare for and execute User Acceptance Testing ensuring business requirements are effectively translated into test plans
• Support the transformation of strategic plans into high-impact programs and projects ensuring alignment with business strategy and timely delivery
• Assist in managing project timelines deliverables and resources ensuring milestones are met and risks are proactively addressed
• Engage with senior management and stakeholders providing regular updates on program and testing progress and collaborating to resolve issues
• Act as deputy for the Test Manager or Project Manager in project calls and communications as needed
• Work closely with Business Managers Operations Leads Technology teams and other partners to ensure alignment and high-quality delivery

Required Qualifications Capabilities and Skills

• Minimum five years experience in the financial industry with strong understanding of Cash Equities Equities Derivatives and Prime Finance workflows
• Proven ability to lead and manage complex programs or projects across multiple business units and product lines
• Experience in business analysis process documentation and delivering complex projects for Front Office Operations or Technology
• Skilled in defining requirements documenting user stories and executing test scripts
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Expertise in developing and analyzing metrics to ensure testing aligns with project objectives
• Competent in systemic data-driven reporting to support program insights
• Excellent communication skills for clear updates to team members and stakeholders
• Effective in change management and adaptable to dynamic environments

Preferred Qualifications Capabilities and Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Tableau Alteryx QlikView and Xceptor
• Experience preparing for and running User Acceptance Testing
• Self-motivated able to deliver with minimal supervision and effective in team environments
• Demonstrated proficiency in data analytics including the use of analytics tools to interpret models and make inferences from large data sets
• Extensive experience in functional and regression testing within financial services preferably in Equities Operations