SYSTEMS TEST ANALYST CANDIDATE INFORMATION

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1 SYSTEMS TEST ANALYST CANDIDATE INFORMATION Contents: Advert Job Description Person Specification Benefits Information How to apply

2 ADVERT TEXT SYSTEMS TEST ANALYST (FULL TIME PERMANENT) Based within our IS team and reporting directly to the Projects Manager, you will be responsible for: The planning and execution of functional and acceptance testing of our award-winning Website, our Maginus ERP system, and a range of software products used to run our business operationally. Working collaboratively with our business stakeholders and development team, you will be a key player in the successful ongoing delivery of our Digital Strategy and Systems Transformation projects. Candidates must have: Experience in documenting test plans, scripts and feedback for developers A strong knowledge of software testing in a technical department Experience of automated testing tools Experience of website testing, including API Knowledge of online retail operations and PCI compliance Good prioritisation and planning skills Strong numeracy skills

3 THE WINE SOCIETY JOB DESCRIPTION Job title: Systems Test Analyst Department: Information Systems Reports to: Projects Manager Responsible for: (Number of direct reports if any) N/A Job purpose: Good systems testing is key to maintaining the quality of our award-winning website and the effectiveness of our operational systems here at The Wine Society. Maginus ERP is our core system for mainstream operations, with unique and complex processes being supported by a broad range of bespoke systems. Our Systems Test Analysts perform a vital role in our Information Systems team and our business, planning and executing functional acceptance testing and working collaboratively with developers and business stakeholders to deliver our Digital Strategy and Systems Transformation programmes. Our test team experiences a continuous flow of exciting new developments, devising and planning manual tests - smoke tests, full functional tests and regression tests. As a member of our test team you will be involved in all aspects of testing and the continuous improvement of our test strategy. You will also bring the necessary skills and knowledge to introduce automation for the testing of our website. Main duties: Work in collaboration with other test analysts and systems stakeholders to deliver our Digital Strategy and Systems Transformation programmes. Test new Digital developments on our customer-facing website and apps. Beta test new version releases and enhancements of our core Maginus ERP system and other software used in the operational running of our business. Capture and define test requirements from functional specification, requirements specification or Developer brief. Produce test plans and repeatable scripts, scaled appropriately to the task, with clear estimates for functional, data integration (API) and regression testing.

4 Configure the test environment to support development and test execution scenarios. Provide clear issue feedback with expected v/s actual result, steps to recreate, impact and severity assessment, and recommended solutions. Introduce automation technologies and frameworks for testing our website on supported browsers and devices Make recommendations for the continuous improvement of our test strategy, introducing efficiencies through automation technologies and frameworks. Deliver change and process improvement through effective communication, taking a proactive approach in meetings and providing documentation and walkthrough sessions where required. Provide second line support and knowledge-sharing for software issues escalated from our Servicedesk. Support best practice and best use of systems. Accountability: Health and Safety: All employees have a responsibility to carry out their work in a safe manner, reporting any incidents or problems to their Team Leader or Manager and taking all reasonable steps to minimise risk to both self and others. Variation: The Society reserves the right to make reasonable variations or amendments to the duties and responsibilities of the post holder at any time according to the needs of the business.

5 PERSON SPECIFICATION Job Title Department Systems Test Analyst Information Systems Please complete this form making reference to the guidance notes. You should list each required attribute and indicate whether it is regarded as Essential (E) or Desirable (D). Place an X in the appropriate column to indicate how it is to be assessed. Attribute Essential or Desirable Assessment Method: CV = Curriculum vitae T = Test I = Interview PP = Personality profile O = Other Experience E/D C V T I PP O 1. Strong knowledge of software testing in a E x x x technical department 2. Experience of setting up and running automated test tools for web browser and device testing, with java or equivalent scripting. D x x 3. Experience of website browser and device E x x testing, including API 4. Documenting test plans and scripts E x x 5. Documenting test feedback for developers E x x Knowledge & Skills 6. Strong communicator across business and technical disciplines, with good verbal and written skills E x x x x x 7. Knowledge of online retail operations and PCI compliance D x x 8. Problem solving and reporting ability E x x 9. Good prioritisation and planning to deliver E x x x within agreed schedules 10. An aptitude for process simplification and improvement E x x x x 11. Strong numeracy skills E x 12. A good understanding of process, systems dependencies and risk/impact analysis x x 13. Recognises patterns and connections, with E x x attention to detail 14. Balances multiple demands for testing applications at different stages of the test cycle E x x x 15. Focuses on objectives and outputs E x x Qualifications 16. Educated to A level (minimum) E x 17. ISTQB Foundation or equivalent D x x x Personal Attributes (attitude) 20.Flexible approach to working hours E x x x 21.Good collaborative skills a team player E x x x

6 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS At The Wine Society we are proud of our benefits package; here are some of the benefits you could enjoy as an employee: Holiday Holiday entitlement varies according to length of continuous service starting at 23 days and rising to 30 days per annum. You are also entitled to paid leave for Bank and Public Holidays. Holiday Purchase Scheme Employees may purchase up to two additional weeks of annual leave each year. Pension Plan We operate a Pension Plan to which both the employee and The Society contribute. These contributions are invested by external investment managers to create a fund for retirement. Life Assurance Life assurance is effective from the start of employment at the rate of four times salary. Private Medical Insurance Scheme All our employees are offered the protection of a private health insurance scheme currently operated by BUPA. It is free to employees (although it is a taxable benefit) and you are able to include your partner and/or children at a discounted rate. Permanent Health Insurance This scheme is designed to provide the security of a continuing income if sickness or injury results in long-term absence. Staff Discount Employees are eligible to enjoy staff discount immediately upon joining. Simply Health (formerly HSA) Employees may contribute weekly or monthly to buy health benefits (e.g. optical, dental and maternity treatment).

7 Company Sick Pay A comprehensive scheme; entitlements are linked to length of service. Staff Interest Free Loan Scheme The loan scheme is intended to allow staff to borrow money for expenditure that would not be classified as part of a regular household budget. Sports & Social Club The Social Club is run on a voluntary basis by employees for employees. Childcare Scheme Childcare vouchers are available from a scheme operated in conjunction with Computershare Voucher Services. Car Parking Free on-site parking in Stevenage. Staff Restaurant Complete with TV and games area. Health Regular health checks and annual flu vaccinations are available to all employees. Further details on all of the above benefits can be obtained from Human Resources upon joining The Society.

8 How to Apply Please submit a comprehensive CV, detailing your most significant achievements, together with a covering letter that addresses the criteria in the candidate profile. You should also include details of your current salary package and notice period. Applications may either be ed to norgatem@thewinesociety.com or posted to the address below: Michelle Norgate Human Resources Adviser The Wine Society Gunnels Wood Road Stevenage Hertfordshire SG1 2BT Closing date for applications is 12 noon on 23rd April Please do let us know in your application if there are any dates you will be unavailable for interview.