National Thought Leader

1 week ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom Twinkl Educational Publishing Full time

Location: UK Remote

Annual Salary: £DOE

Contract: Permanent

Hiring Manager: David Angrave

Hours: 37.5hr pw

Role Overview:


You will spearhead market expansion and revenue growth by developing strategic go-to-market plans and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimise product performance and meet business objectives. A crucial part of your role will be driving strategies to effectively communicate and sell Twinkl’s offerings, ensuring they resonate with educators and other key stakeholders.

As a Thought Leader and expert in your field, you will leverage your teaching and leadership expertise to elevate Twinkl's presence in the education sector. Your responsibilities include shaping and executing strategies that improve educational outcomes while aligning with market opportunities.

Additionally, you will partner with school leaders to implement thought leadership initiatives that foster innovative teaching practices, generate research-based insights, and cultivate a network of experts within the education sector.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy:
  • Develop and implement GTM strategies for both B2C and B2B markets, focusing on customer segmentation, pricing, and promotional tactics. Establish and monitor KPIs to evaluate initiative effectiveness. Provide training and support to the sales team to enhance their understanding of Twinkl’s products and market positioning.
  • Thought Leadership & Market Positioning:
  • Lead the development of thought leadership initiatives in the education sector, including research studies, white papers, and opinion pieces. Establish yourself as a thought leader by staying informed on market trends, engaging with key influencers, and representing Twinkl at industry events. Collaborate with stakeholders to promote innovative teaching practices and build a network of education experts.
  • Content Development & Innovation:
  • Collaborate with content teams and country managers to enhance and innovate Twinkl’s educational offerings. Guide the creation of new products tailored to your area and other key segments. Ensure content quality and relevance through continuous feedback from educators and market analysis.
  • Market Expansion & Customer Engagement:
  • Identify and penetrate key markets by working with marketing teams to develop targeted campaigns that generate leads and drive sales. Foster strong customer relationships and implement strategies to enhance user satisfaction. Build local partnerships and deliver world-class, localised customer support to support market growth.


Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a senior leadership role within UK primary schools or trusts.
  • Proven track record of developing and executing successful strategies to improve educational outcomes, drive revenue growth, and expand market presence, preferably in the EdTech sector with a B2C focus.

Skills:

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and thought leadership skills, with experience in public speaking.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, market trends, and develop actionable insights.
  • Expertise in the education landscape, including trends, policies, and market dynamics.
  • Strong connections or influence within the education sector, with the ability to identify and collaborate with thought leaders and influencers.
  • Passion for education and a commitment to improving teaching and learning practices.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including school leaders, educators, policymakers, and influencers.

Required information for your application:

We are looking for experts and thought leaders in the following areas of education: ESL, Phonics, Inclusion, Primary Science, Primary Maths, Primary English, Primary Curriculum planning, EYFS Secondary Education and Health and Wellbeing. Please make it clear within your application which of these areas you specialise in.


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