SC Cleared Manual Testers

Opus Recruitment Solutions LtdLondonreedpublished 09/17/2026
Must-have:AgileSecurityHybrid

We are currently seeking experienced Manual Test Analysts to join a leading consultancy delivering critical digital transformation programmes across the UK Public Sector .

This role will be heavily focused on manual testing , working within agile delivery teams to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of high-profile digital services used nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute manual test cases and document results
  • Create and maintain test plans, test scripts, and test documentation
  • Identify, track, and manage defects through to resolution
  • Work closely with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders
  • Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
  • Support functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing activities
  • Ensure solutions meet both business and technical requirements

Required Experience

  • Proven experience as a Manual Tester or Test Analyst
  • Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices
  • Experience testing web-based applications and digital services
  • Defect management and test management tool experience
  • Experience working within Agile delivery environments
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Essential Requirements

  • Active Security Clearance (SC) is mandatory
  • Eligibility to work on UK Public Sector programmes

Location: Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffielld, Glasgow

Contract Details

  • Contract: Inside IR35
  • Rate: £280 per day
  • Location: Hybrid working, approximately 60% onsite in UK digital hubs
  • Sector: Consultancy delivering programmes into the UK Public Sector