SAP Test Lead

Job description

Job Title/Req Number: SAP Test Lead x2- 108596

Base Location: London, Manchester, Birmingham and Leeds plus network of 20 offices nationally

The KPMG Testing function is a cornerstone of our business. We do work that matters to our local business and communities – supporting technical innovation and adoption of cutting-edge solutions across the UK. Working on complex SAP engagements this team is responsible for the delivery of cutting-edge technical solutions and trusted to get it right first time.

KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancy businesses, we've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.

Why Join KPMG as a SAP Test Lead

The SAP Test Lead will plan, design and execute across core S/4HANA modules and the integrated non-SAP applications, ensuring quality outcomes aligned to Quality Engineering & Testing (QET) standards. Partnering closely with functional consultants, technical teams and business stakeholders, the role drives rigorous test preparation, risk-based coverage, defect management and clear reporting. 

What will you need to do it?

• Experience in plan, design, and execute test phases for
•  SAP S/4HANA modules and integrated third party applications, ensuring risk-based coverage across end-to-end processes. 
• Collaboration with functional and technical teams across SAP modules to validate integration points and business scenarios. 
• Develop, maintain, and optimise test scripts and scenarios; maintain requirements traceability and auditable documentation. 
• Identify, log, triage and drive resolution of defects using enterprise test management tools (e.g., JIRA/Xray, HP ALM, qTest,). 
• Ensure adherence to QET standards, test governance, entry/exit criteria, and programme timelines. 
• Engage with offshore teams, providing guidance and ensuring consistent test execution quality.  
• Capture key testing metrics, produce daily/weekly reporting packs and contribute to formal test signoff. 
• Support test planning, daily execution, progress reporting and formal test closure activities. 

Skills we’d love to see/Amazing Extras:

• Experience within a ‘Big 4’ consultancy, or mid-tier firm is nice to have but certainly not essential
• Knowledge of automation testing
• Experience of working on more than 1 SAP implementation

To discuss this or wider Technology roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV and begin to make your mark with KPMG.

Our Locations:

We are open to talk to talent across the country but our core Tech hubs for this role are:

• Birmingham
• Leeds
• London Canary Wharf
• Manchester

With 20 sites across the UK, we can potentially facilitate office work, working from home, flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.

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