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This entry-level graduate position focuses on supporting the testing of Howdens' enterprise and digital business platforms, where you will create test scenarios, execute regression testing, and track software defects while building specialized long-term capability in functional, automation, and performance testing.
Howdens has an exciting new opportunity for a Graduate Tester to join us. This role is an entry level position designed for recent graduates from Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or related disciplines, who are interested in building a career in testing enterprise and digital business platforms.
The primary purpose of the role is to support the development of core testing skills across enterprise and digital business systems, as well as the wider ecosystem of integrated systems. This includes building capability in functional, automation, and performance testing.
Through structured training, mentoring, and real-world exposure, the successful candidate will develop skills in functional, automation, and performance testing. They will build confidence working with other test team members and wider IS teams. The role plays an important part in helping to ensure that developments released into Production are stable, aligned to business and trading requirements, and free from defects.
What you’ll be doing
Supporting the testing of business systems and digital platforms
Creating and executing test scenarios to validate new functionality
Running regression tests to ensure changes don’t impact existing systems
Logging and tracking defects, and re-testing fixes
Helping to maintain test scripts, tools, and documentation
Working closely with developers, testers, and wider IT teams
Gaining exposure to functional, automation, and performance testing
Am I eligible for this Graduate Tester
Hold a degree (or expected) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
A genuine interest in how systems support business operations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail
Clear communication and teamwork skills
Eagerness to learn and develop in a fast-paced environment
Ideally some exposure to testing through university, placements, or projects – this is not essential
Basic understanding of software testing or data systems – this is not essential
Preferably exposure to using Excel or analytical tools
You must have the right to work in the UK.
The role is based onsite 4 days per week with 1 working from home.
Based from our office in Raunds, Northamptonshire or our site in Howden, East ridings of Yorkshire, you must live within 60 minutes of us.
What we can offer you:
Competitive salary and annual company bonus
Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
Staff Discount
Employee Assistance Programme
Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
About Howdens
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.
As well as the opportunity to develop within a fast paced and commercial environment, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For.
How to apply
Apply directly through the company website. Clicking the link below will open the application page in a new window.
Location: London, UK
Industry: Production & Manufacturing
Howdens is the UK’s number one kitchen supplier, providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, hardware, and bathrooms. We have over 850 depots across the UK and Europe, with total UK sales reaching £2.3 billion in 2024. Our trade-only model We only sell to the trade as they have the craftsmanship and know-how to fit our products to the highest possible standard. We believe the builder is best placed to co-ordinate projects, supported by local Howdens depots underpinned by a dedicated supply chain and extensive product design and innovation. A framework for success This trade-only model is supported by an in-stock product framework, where builders can expect to get the products they need to complete the job from stock at their local depot. This is achieved by having a dedicated supply chain, efficient warehouse structure, and UK-based manufacturing sites at Howden, East Yorkshire and Runcorn, Cheshire. Entrepreneurial culture The autonomy given to our depot managers is a key element of our business model and success. Every depot is dedicated to helping local tradespeople build their businesses and, within each one, builders can find plentiful stock, design expertise, knowledgeable staff, and the best local price. Community Our belief is that where communities thrive, we thrive. We are passionate about serving our local communities and actively encourage our colleagues to get involved through volunteering, sponsored events and supporting local charities. One of the UK's Best Big Companies to Work For In 2022, over 7,000 of our employees completed the Best Companies engagement survey and, based on their feedback, Howdens ranked 10th in the 2022 Best Big Companies to Work For list, up four places since we last participated in 2020.
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