Test Lead - Regulatory Reporting

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Test Lead / Scrum Master with strong expertise in Regulatory and Trade Reporting within financial services. This role involves leading QA/testing efforts for critical regulatory reporting platforms and facilitating agile delivery as a Scrum Master. The ideal candidate will have hands-on knowledge of regulations such as MiFID II, Dodd-Frank, EMIR, APRA, or other trade/transaction reporting frameworks, along with deep understanding of SDLC and Agile best practices.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.8+ years of experience in QA/Testing with at least 23 years in a Lead or Scrum Master role.Strong knowledge of Trade and Regulatory Reporting in Capital Markets/Investment Banking.Hands-on exposure to at least one major regulation (MiFID II, Dodd-Frank, EMIR, APRA, etc.).Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.Agile/Scrum certification (CSM, PSM) preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end testing strategy, planning, and execution for regulatory reporting solutions.Coordinate with development, business analysts, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with reporting regulations (MiFID, Dodd-Frank, EMIR, APRA, etc.).Act as Scrum Master to drive Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, backlog grooming).Oversee test case design, test data preparation, and defect management for trade/transaction reporting systems.Ensure alignment with regulatory changes and maintain high testing standards to mitigate compliance risks.Track and report testing progress, risks, and issues to senior management.Mentor and guide team members in QA processes and Agile practices.