Harry Griffiths

Telephone: 07930870744 | Email: harrygriffiths503@gmail.com

Results-driven Project Test Lead with a proven track record in defining and implementing robust testing strategies, ensuring seamless software delivery, and driving quality assurance at scale. Experienced in developing comprehensive test plans, managing risk assessments, and aligning testing activities with both business and technical objectives. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers, and optimising testing workflows through automation and best practices. Skilled in defect management, resource allocation, and process improvement to enhance software quality and operational efficiency. Passionate about delivering scalable, high-performance solutions while maintaining compliance with industry standards and ensuring a smooth transition from development to production.

Key Skills

Career Summary

2017 – Present

Project Test Lead – bet365

Define the overall test strategy, scope, objectives, and deliverables while ensuring alignment with both business and technical requirements to establish a clear roadmap for testing activities

Develop comprehensive test plans that include schedules, milestones, testing methodologies, and risk assessments, ensuring adequate test coverage and alignment with project timelines

Lead and mentor the testing team by assigning tasks, monitoring performance, fostering collaboration between testers, developers, and stakeholders, and ensuring that testing efforts are aligned with project goals

Identify resource requirements based on project scope, allocate testing resources effectively, and ensure optimal utilisation of team members while addressing any skill gaps or training needs

Oversee defect management by tracking, prioritising, and reporting defects, facilitating defect triage meetings, and working closely with developers to ensure timely resolution and minimal impact on project timelines

Continuously analyse testing processes to identify inefficiencies, implement best practices, introduce automation where applicable, and refine testing methodologies to improve overall efficiency and effectiveness

Ensure adherence to quality assurance standards, compliance requirements, and risk-based testing assessments by validating test results, providing quality metrics, and mitigating potential risks that could impact product quality

Oversee the timely completion of testing phases, provide go/no-go recommendations based on test results, and support production deployment and post-release testing to ensure a seamless transition into the live environment

Key Achievements:

Successfully delivered over 60 work items to production in the last 12 months, ensuring high-quality releases while maintaining efficiency and meeting project deadlines

Integrated and implemented a standardised global approach towards testing and delivery of the work item stack, streamlining processes, improving collaboration across teams, and enhancing overall test effectiveness

Took ownership of hard deadline work items, managing priorities, mitigating risks, and ensuring timely completion while maintaining quality standards and minimising disruptions to project timelines

Customer Assistant – Leek United Building Society

Recognised for outstanding performance and dedication by being awarded the Apprentice of the Year at Buxton and Leek College, demonstrating exceptional commitment to learning and professional growth

Achieved a fast-track career progression by being promoted from Apprentice to Grade Level within nine months, showcasing strong technical skills, adaptability, and the ability to take on increased responsibilities effectively

Education and Professional Training

AWS Solutions Architect Course (Ongoing)

ISTQB Qualification - Certified Software Tester

Internal Workshops completed for Soft Skills: Leadership, Coaching, Time Management

A Level Business Studies (B), Physical Education (A) – Biddulph High School

8 GCSEs including Maths (B), English (B) and Science (B) – Biddulph High School