Project Manager, English Language Learning

2 months ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Pearson Full time

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In the English Language Learning business unit, we aspire to become the world's leading destination to learn and prove English language skills. Our main focus is on committed learners from around the world, who are motivated by outcomes because they want to reach their full potential through learning English.

The opportunity

Our English language assessments are used by individual learners, governments, academic institutions, professional bodies, parents and teachers to make key decisions affecting the future careers and aspirations of test takers all over the world. Products such as PTE Academic and PTE Core, Pearson's high-stakes tests of English for students and migrants, represent the gold standard in English language testing and we have an exciting and fast-growing suite of English Language Proficiency products that also serve the needs of learners, schools, businesses and other customers.

We are seeking a versatile Project Manager whose main focus will be to support the development of existing products in market, as well as bring further new products to market. Key to the role will be maintaining relationships with Government clients (often through bidding and tendering processes) and helping ensure our PTE delivery plans are met, using first-hand knowledge and expertise to fuel the next exciting stage of our growth. The role-holder will also assume responsibility for additional projects that develop or maintain our licences to operate/compete and ensure our regulatory and legal compliance.

You will be:

  • an effective and assured Project Manager with excellent project management skills and strong leadership qualities
  • comfortable working in a complex, global, matrix stakeholder environment, working across time-zones and different organisational units
  • an expert, qualified Project Manager (e.g. PMI/PMP/PRINCE2 Practitioner, PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner (or equivalent)) qualified, with significant, proven experience of successful project delivery
  • knowledgeable (or qualified) in the management of Agile, lean, rapid product prototyping, etc. techniques

The role-holder will additionally:

  • have a strong governance mindset, able to effectively communicate with a wide variety of project stakeholders
  • have experience working in early product lifecycle (from idea to initial commercialisation) and/or in a dynamic market where change is constant
  • exhibit flexibility, with strong prioritisation skills and ability to respond quickly to manage emergent issues

The role-holder will report to the Senior Director, Government Recognitions and Portfolio Delivery (English Assessment) and take on responsibility for the detailed planning, co-ordination and execution of assigned product development and product delivery work. The role-holder will also be expected to work seamlessly with a 5-6 member team of Project Managers/specialists that also work within the Quality & Projects unit on other projects and special assignments. The role will be hybrid, based in our London 80 Strand office. Occasional international travel may also be required.

We look forward to receiving your application and meeting you for an interview

What to expect from Pearson

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We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

To learn more about Pearson's commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.

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Job: PROJECT/PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT

Organization: English Language Learning

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Req ID: 16377


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