About us:
At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better. With a rich heritage that combines 150 years of experience in publishing with the latest learning technology and digital services, we help people learn whatever, wherever and however they choose.
Position Description:
Purpose:
Our team is going through an exciting change. We are moving from print-based publishing of our English Language Learning products to a digital-first strategy. The Product Manager will be responsible for developing products and leading a digital-first product roadmap considering the competitive/ market landscape, our customers' needs, and our business direction. They will work with a cross-functional team to deliver on the roadmap and create a compelling user experience to delight our customers and users.
Responsibilities:
Develops digital-first plans for all products with an understanding of the “problems to be solved”.
Develops and implements the roadmap for the product portfolio to address the entire user journey addressing user needs and anticipating future needs.
Working with customer research and sales teams to understand and articulate customer needs and collate problems into jobs to be done. Keeps an eye on emerging digital trends and innovative technologies integrating them into the products as appropriate.
Define overall product direction, using product lifecycle methodology and agile best practices aligning it with the overarching English Language Learning strategy and portfolio level plans.
Execute digital product delivery plans within a timeline and budget. Ensure strong governance practices are in place to highlight success and manage risks.
Collaborate on development of digital marketing campaigns to attract new customers and increase market share through progressive pricing, trial and conversion tactics.
Monitor ongoing performance of digital products. Evaluate product performance and customer feedback and provide insight to content and development teams to refine future product releases and roadmap decisions.
Communicate the product story internally and externally as required and support our wider teams (e.g. sales) with product training, customer support and customer implementation.
Candidate Profile
Qualifications:
Minimum two years of experience in product management preferred although less will be considered
End-to-end digital product delivery experience required
Demonstrated product expertise with a successful record of bringing new products to market
Success driving product adoption utilizing B2B and B2C strategies
Experience in agile product management methodologies
Experience in education a plus but not required
Experience with software products/SaaS solutions a plus
Skills/ Attributes:
Strong ability to build relationships cross-departmentally to lead, engage and motivate cross-functional teams
Digital product design principles
Website and mobile app optimization
Data-driven prioritisation
Ability to deal with ambiguity while driving towards deadline
Sound business and technical acumen, with the ability to navigate a complex and highly matrixed organization effectively
Ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines, remaining pragmatic and results-focused
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
Your Reward & Benefits
Our digital product managers do great work, so we give a lot back with some leading-edge benefits. We understand that one size doesn’t fit all, so our workplace programmes meet the different needs of our diverse teams and their families too.
When you join Pearson, you can look forward to:
A starting holiday of 25 days plus UK public holidays and you’ll earn 1 additional day’s holiday per year you work with us.
Hybrid working, 1-2 days (flexible) per week in the office (dependant on location) – although you’re welcome to come in more.
Generous pension scheme where we match and double what you contribute.
Maternity, paternity, and family care leave as well as flexible work policies.
Stock/share purchase options.
Healthcare and dental plans, and an employee wellbeing assistance programme for you and your family to help balance work, family, and personal life.
Cycle to work program, gym membership concessions in selected office locations, along with retail and leisure discounts.
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