Head of Product Development

4 days ago

Liverpool, United Kingdom openawards Full time

Status: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanentLocation: Hybrid (Liverpool-based Office) or Remote Working ConsideredFUNCTION OF THE POST:We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Product Development to lead our product development function at Open Awards for all qualification types, including End-point Assessment and technical qualifications, and non-regulated products. This pivotal role involves overseeing the entire product lifecycle, from conception to launch, ensuring that our portfolio meets market needs and drives business growth.The role is responsible for leading the team, ensuring all developments are completed to the required standard and in line with agreed timelines/ deadlines (internal and external) and project objectives. Whilst this is a leadership role, there is an expectation that the role also contributes to the day-to-day activities required to meet the ambitious development plan at Open Awards.To provide strategic and operational management of product development, validation and revalidation activities, across regulated qualifications, controlled assessments, and non-regulated accreditation products.To lead the product development team to implement the product development operational plan, including being responsible for meeting deadlines and key performance indicators.To stay up to date with and provide guidance on regulatory policies, conditions and guidance and government policies (including funding) to inform Open Awards’ product development plans and processes.To be responsible for ensuring that all product development projects comply with Open Awards criteria, procedures and guidelines and meet regulatory requirements.To be responsible for ensuring that internal qualification and controlled assessment development and maintenance processes are fit for purpose.To support the planning and resourcing of new product and assessment opportunities.A full job description and person specification, can be found here. The deadline for applications is 5pmMonday 18th August 2025.How to ApplyTo apply for this role, please complete the application form together with a supporting statement outlining how you meet the criteria for the post (max two sides A4).Completed forms should be returned to:Heather AkehurstEstuary Commerce Park, 17 De Havilland Drive, Speke, Liverpool, L24 8RNEmail application to: heather.akehurst@openawards.org.ukWe are truly 'Open' so get in touch if you would like to discuss anything or ask for advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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