Automation Test Lead - Hybrid

Roc Search Europe Limited
Leeds
Job: Automation Test Lead
Location: Leeds or Bradford (Hybrid - 3 days onsite)
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + Excellent Benefits

We're working with an established and forward-thinking organisation investing heavily in its engineering and quality function.

They're looking for an Automation Test Lead to take ownership of testing strategy, drive automation maturity, and lead a growing QA team across a range of digital and enterprise projects.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll combine technical delivery with team leadership, helping shape QA best practices, improving automation frameworks, and embedding quality across the SDLC.

The Role

Lead, mentor, and develop a QA team
Define and implement test strategies and automation frameworks
Drive automation using Python, Selenium, and Playwright
Remain hands-on with manual and automated testing
Work closely with developers, product owners, and stakeholders
Promote quality assurance and continuous improvementBenefits

Hybrid working (Leeds or Bradford, 3 days onsite)
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Flexi-time
Health, wellbeing and financial benefits
Cycle to Work scheme and EV scheme
Dedicated professional training budget for certifications and ongoing development
Professional Training & DevelopmentAbout You

Strong background in automation and manual testing
Experience with Selenium or Playwright
Experience designing test strategies and frameworks
Ability or ambition to lead and mentor a team
Consultancy background
Strong communication and stakeholder management skillsStrong focus on continuous learning with a dedicated training budget and support for certifications, structured development, and ongoing upskilling.

Why Apply?

A chance to step into a role with real influence over QA direction and automation strategy, within a collaborative environment offering clear progression and strong investment in your development
Posted 2026-05-01

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