Barbara Millyard is a seasoned test management professional with a strong track record leading large-scale quality assurance and testing initiatives across complex enterprise programmes. As Principal Consultant at Assurity Consulting, she supports public and private sector clients in delivering high-confidence outcomes through disciplined, risk-aware testing practices.
Her leadership background spans roles at Auckland Council, Christie’s, Barclays Wealth, and TalkTalk Group, where she managed distributed teams and oversaw major system transformations, including CRM, billing, and provisioning platforms. Known for her structured approach and focus on delivery quality, Barbara works comfortably across business and technical teams to ensure testing provides real assurance, not just box-ticking.
Widely endorsed for her expertise in test strategy, stakeholder engagement, and programme delivery, Barbara is recognised as both a practitioner and a trusted advisor. Clients and colleagues value her clarity, reliability, and ability to lead under pressure while maintaining high standards of quality.
