Product Director leading design and optimization of English language assessments for Pearson. Collaborating with teams for innovative and regulatory-compliant assessment delivery.
Responsibilities
Define and execute the product strategy and roadmap for Institutional English assessments, aligned with Pearson’s strategic goals.
Collaborate with and lead cross-functional teams (test development, engineering, UX, Program, Customer services, Operations, other Pearson divisions) to deliver high-quality and scalable assessment products delivering reliable outcomes aligned to the Global Scale of English (GSE)
Own the full product lifecycle from ideation through development, launch, and continuous improvement.
Spearhead the development of and enhancements to test administration systems supporting registration and payment, delivery and results.
Collaborate with stakeholders including academic experts, regulatory bodies, and commercial teams to ensure product relevance and compliance with the relevant international standards and frameworks.
Collaborate with operational teams to ensure assessments are delivered and supported with a high degree of quality and consistency whilst meeting applicable regulatory requirements.
Drive the development of a range of effective preparation resources for learners and teachers.
Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to inform product decisions.
Drive the establishment of best practices in product discovery and execution.
Represent Pearson at industry events, conferences, and with key partners as necessary.
Line manage and actively develop a team of product managers/specialists
Requirements
Proven experience as a leader in product management (5+ years)
Demonstrable success in the development and delivery of international assessments (preferably English)
Understanding of psychometrics, test design, and regulatory frameworks in language assessment preferred
Experience working with digital assessment platforms and AI-enabled testing solutions
Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills
Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong exponent of agile methodologies and product development best practices
Experience in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders is required, with a strong ability to connect, align, and resolve interdependencies between teams, systems, and outcomes
Ability to operate effectively in a global, matrixed organization
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