
Mike Jarred
WHAT I DO: I help companies release great working software by focussing on capability, quality, process effectiveness and efficiency.... | London Area, London Area, United Kingdom
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Mike Jarred’s Expertise WHAT I DO: I help companies release great working software by focussing on capability, quality, process effectiveness and efficiency. I also help technologists create successful and rewarding careers through mentoring and coaching. I help hiring companies and technologists connect via my recruitment services, and I love to give back to the industry as an organiser and speaker at networking events and conferences. HOW I DO IT IT ADVISORY AND CONSULTING: I assure the delivery of high quality software throughout the SDLC using a combination of Software Testing and Quality Engineering. Positions include Head of Testing, and Director of Software Delivery. I lead teams transitioning to Agile and maturing Agile working practices. I am experienced in leading Agile Coaches, Scrum Masters, tool set experts and Lean practitioners to achieve frictionless software delivery CAREER DEVELOPMENT SERVICES: In partnership with the Career Progression Programme, I help individuals gain clarity on where they are in their career and how they can progress with a plan to achieve high levels of empowerment, success and balance in their working lives. As a coach and mentor, I help people unblock their careers and define their goals, supporting them by providing the tools and accountability to make them successful. EVENT CURATION AND MANAGEMENT: I engage with the software industry through conferences and forums as an organiser and speaker to maintain understanding of modern software engineering practice. I use this knowledge to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of my teams and drive innovation in delivery approaches. With deep experience as a Programme Chair and Conference Programme Committee member for a number of leading industry events, I am well positioned to help companies bring compelling speakers and subject matter to events that share knowledge between attendees, provide thought leadership and market visibility for organisations. RECRUITMENT SERVICES: I can help in the provision of contract / permanent high calibre Senior Testing Professionals. MY BACKGROUND: A ISTQB certified Senior IT professional with over 30 years experience in People Management, Resource Management, Mentoring, Coaching, Test Strategy, Test Management, Procurement and Supplier Management, Innovation, Capability Improvement. Experience gained in the following sectors: Automotive, Financial Services, Private Medical Insurance, Retail, General and Commercial Insurance, Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences
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Jarred’s Prior Industry
Glasss Information Services
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Future Dynamics
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Bupa
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Retelligence
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Allianz Insurance
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Idbs
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Eurostar Conference
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Financial Conduct Authority
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Technology Leadership Forum
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Cornflower Technology Consulting
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Coventry Building Society
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Career Progression Programme
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Testhouse
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Hustef Hungarian Software Testing Forum
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Hso
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Work Experience

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QAT Architect
Mon Jul 01 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Present
Hso
Commercial Test Lead
Fri Dec 01 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Sat Jun 01 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Hustef Hungarian Software Testing Forum
Programme Chair HUSTEF 2023
Tue Nov 01 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Sun Oct 01 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Testhouse
Director of Customer Success UK & Europe
Mon Nov 01 2021 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Thu Dec 01 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Career Progression Programme
Community Leader / Business Development Manager.
Fri Jan 01 2021 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Tue Nov 01 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Cornflower Technology Consulting
Director and Owner
Sun Dec 01 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Fri Dec 01 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Coventry Building Society
Quality Engineering Transformation Lead: Head of Testing/Workstream Lead/Product Owner/Quality Coach
Sun Dec 01 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Mon Feb 01 2021 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Technology Leadership Forum
Head of Business Development and Programme Chair
Fri Feb 01 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Fri Jan 01 2021 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Financial Conduct Authority
Senior Manager - Solution Delivery
Mon Aug 01 2016 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Fri Feb 01 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Financial Conduct Authority
Head of Software Testing
Thu Jan 01 2015 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Fri Jul 01 2016 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Eurostar Conference
Programme Committee member for EuroStar 2014
Wed Oct 01 2014 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Mon Dec 01 2014 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Idbs
Director of Software Delivery
Mon Apr 01 2013 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Wed Oct 01 2014 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Idbs
Director of Testing
Sun May 01 2011 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Fri Mar 01 2013 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Allianz Insurance
Test Strategy Manager
Tue Jul 01 2008 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Sun May 01 2011 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Allianz Insurance
SAP Test Manager
Tue Jan 01 2008 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Sun Jun 01 2008 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Allianz Insurance
Test Manager (Test Director upgrade)
Wed Aug 01 2007 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Sat Dec 01 2007 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Allianz Insurance
Test Manager
Wed Feb 01 2006 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Sat Dec 01 2007 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Retelligence
Test Manager
Mon Nov 01 2004 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Sat Oct 01 2005 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Bupa
Quality & Testing Consultant
Fri Mar 01 2002 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Fri Oct 01 2004 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Future Dynamics
Quality Assurance Team Leader
Wed Mar 01 2000 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Thu Nov 01 2001 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Glasss Information Services
Test Team Lead
Wed Jan 01 1992 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) — Tue Feb 01 2000 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)