Manager of a team delivering remote exam services at Pearson, overseeing scheduling and quality assurance. Leading operational projects, fostering team culture, and driving service improvements.
Responsibilities
Lead and inspire a team of six direct reports, fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performance culture.
Role model Pearson’s leadership behaviours and values in all interactions.
Represent Pearson with internal and external stakeholders, building strong relationships and promoting the Remote Invigilation Service.
Oversee the end-to-end delivery of remote exams, including all scheduling, risk management, and quality assurance.
Build and manage comprehensive exam delivery schedules, including mocks and familiarisation activities.
Proactively identify and mitigate risks, escalating issues as appropriate.
Establish and review quality assurance gateways, ensuring continuous improvement.
Work closely with the invigilator management teams, ensuring resource numbers are accurate and they are equipped to deliver outstanding service.
Work closely with the Head of Assessment Services and wider teams to ensure effective governance of workflows, processes, and KPIs.
Maintain clear communication and visibility across teams regarding entry volumes and timelines.
Build strong relationships with customers, third-party vendors, and internal stakeholder groups.
Ensure all regulatory requirements are met in service delivery.
Oversee training for teams on maintaining the integrity of Pearson qualifications.
Monitor and report on compliance, supporting audit and improvement activities.
Lead continuous improvement in service delivery, leveraging technology to drive change and maximise capabilities.
Lead lessons learnt activities and pre-exam readiness sessions.
Support and deliver transformational projects, including the adoption of AI and other innovative solutions.
Manage elements of the Remote Invigilation Service budget, highlighting risks and evidencing cost savings and efficiencies.
Set up and maintain reporting methodologies to monitor time, cost, quality, and risks.
Lead operational projects focused on reviewing processes, identifying improvements, and implementing approved changes for greater efficiency.
Requirements
Proven experience in service delivery management, ideally within education, assessment, or technology-enabled environments.
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with experience in matrix management.
Excellent project management, risk management, and problem-solving abilities.
Familiarity with remote assessment technologies and compliance frameworks.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to drive innovation and manage change.
Benefits
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