Pearson Science are seeking a Product Developer for Science Qualifications.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Deliver outstanding customer-focused products (including specs, SAMS and support) in support of the subject strategy.
2. Scope and collaboratively design and develop qualifications, sample assessments and support that inspire teachers, engage learners and enable progression - working in close partnership with subject portfolio team and GQ Development team.
3. Lead and own facilitation and management of development process, plus sign-off / accreditation of academic qualifications - to ensure projects are delivered to time, cost and quality criteria.
4. Own specific aspects of research - including design and implementation of research activity to improve customer experience and differentiation of a specific qualification.
5. Develop and manage specific elements of product surround (e.g. EAMs, specimen papers, surround materials, national programme), in collaboration with colleagues where appropriate.
6. Understand customer needs and market dynamics in a subject/s, to develop market-winning products in support of the subject strategy.
7. Understand teaching, learning and assessment in a subject/s, through close and continuous liaison with a range of subject stakeholders.
8. Contribute to subject strategy development and execution and to cross-GQ strategy and innovation strands - including leading key aspects of identified pilot activities.
9. Provide a best-in-class customer experience through the qualification, events, free surround and additional services that we provide at launch and throughout the lifecycle, continually improving that experience in a subject/s.
10. Provide deep subject expertise to build the strength of our subject leadership, strategy and implementation.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Develop and maintain subject and market insight
2. Develop and maintain evidence base of learner needs in subjects through a continuous programme of research with teachers, stakeholders and learners themselves.
3. Develop and maintain evidence base of teacher/centre needs and behaviours, including teacher needs and behaviours at a subject level.
4. With support, develop and maintain relationships with subject stakeholders throughout the life of a qualification.
5. Develop and maintain insight into best practice (pedagogy, assessment) at subject level.
2. Manage the design, development and accreditation process for market winning academic qualifications
1. Project manage the design and development of qualifications and sample assessment materials from concept to launch.
2. Lead on the scoping of projects, including leading and facilitating effective collaboration with colleagues.
3. Manage the submission and accreditation process for qualifications and sample assessments.
4. Work collaboratively with colleagues across the business.
5. Recruit, train, manage and evaluate writers and subject specialists.
6. Engage with assessment teams to support the first time delivery of new qualifications.
7. Develop, own and implement amendments for the lifecycle of the qualification.
3. Innovation
1. Support innovation projects to improve customer experience and the quality of our products.
2. Contribute to innovation and improvement in our processes across teams.
4. Support teachers and learners through the lifecycle
1. Implement improved monitoring of customer experience at regular points through the lifecycle.
2. Run research initiatives as appropriate to understand customer context / needs.
3. Work with colleagues to instigate a step-change in the customer experience.
4. Commission high-quality free surround and support services at launch and throughout the lifecycle.
5. Leadership
1. Work effectively in virtual teams with colleagues across Pearson.
2. Champion a 'Customer First' culture within the business.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
1. Experience of design and development of qualifications, products or curricula.
2. Strong project management experience.
3. Experience of working within education sector.
4. Understanding of education assessment, practice and policy.
5. Strong subject understanding and experience of working effectively with subject specialist teachers.
6. Experience of working effectively in a complex matrix.
7. Experience of presenting to / training / supporting subject specialist teachers.
8. Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders.
9. Experience of customer research scoping, implementation and analysis.
Desirable
1. Experience of developing and implementing customer-focused strategies.
2. Experience of working within a regulated environment.
3. Direct teaching or training experience.
SKILLS and BEHAVIOURS
Essential
1. Qualification and product development skills.
2. Project management skills.
3. Customer empathy.
4. Can-do attitude.
5. Ability to lead and influence.
6. Ability to work collaboratively.
7. Creative thinking.
8. Ability to deliver.
9. Attention to detail.
10. Ability to think strategically.
Desirable
1. Commercial acumen.
Your rewards & benefits
We know you'll do great work, so we give a lot back with some of the best benefits in the business.
What to expect from Pearson
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Job: PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
Organization: Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Req ID: 17925
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