Lorna Brown

Quality-Oriented, innovative, and passionate Test Manager with an extensive record of success overseeing all phases of project completion , software testing, team leadership across different industries: Financial Services, Retail, Insurance, HR, Pensions, Housing, Healthcare, Government , Manufacturing. 

A versatile and solution-focused Senior Test Manager with advanced technical knowledge and extensive experience implementing high quality, specialist solutions across multiple industries including, Financial Services, Retail, Insurance, Engineering, Government, HR, Manufacturing, Housing, Pensions and Healthcare. A highly regarded leader with a proven track record of managing diverse teams, supporting senior leaders and achieving business objectives. A proficient strategist and adept communicator who thrives at the interface between business and technical areas; explaining technical constraints and possibilities at all levels. A genuine team player, who prioritizes developing strong partnerships that are built on trust and respect.  Diverse strengths include; managing critical test processes, identifying and analyzing requirements, strategic development and implementation, defect management, quality assurance and testing of large scale full-cycle projects. A specialist in test delivery and test governance within financial services with strong problem solving and decision-making ability, forges robust relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders to ensure needs are identified and fully addressed: Now seeking a related role, where key strengths and expertise will bring immediate value within a forward-thinking organization.

• Certified Scrum Master 
• QTP Complete 11, Using QTP with QC, HP 
• ISEB Foundation Software Testing, ISTQB
• ISTQB Advanced Test Manager
• ITIL 4 Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management
• Using Quality Centre, Project Planning and Customization 
• BCS Accredited Certified Software Testing Trainer 
• Member of the Learning and Performance Institute at Associate Level (ALPI)

Trainer Performance Monitoring & Assessment Service (TPMA) Certified Trainer