Job Description
About us:At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better. With a rich heritage that combines 150 years of experience in publishing with the latest learning technology and digital services, we help people learn whatever, wherever and however they choose.Position Description:Purpose :Our team is going through an exciting change. We are moving from print-based publishing of our English Language Learning products to a digital-first strategy. The Product Manager will be responsible for developing products and leading a digital-first product roadmap considering the competitive/ market landscape, our customers' needs, and our business direction. They will work with a cross-functional team to deliver on the roadmap and create a compelling user experience to delight our customers and users.Responsibilities:Develops digital-first plans for all products with an understanding of the “problems to be solved”.Develops and implements the roadmap for the product portfolio to address the entire user journey addressing user needs and anticipating future needs.Working with customer research and sales teams to understand and articulate customer needs and collate problems into jobs to be done. Keeps an eye on emerging digital trends and innovative technologies integrating them into the products as appropriate.Define overall product direction, using product lifecycle methodology and agile best practices aligning it with the overarching English Language Learning strategy and portfolio level plans.Execute digital product delivery plans within a timeline and budget. Ensure strong governance practices are in place to highlight success and manage risks.Collaborate on development of digital marketing campaigns to attract new customers and increase market share through progressive pricing, trial and conversion tactics.Monitor ongoing performance of digital products. Evaluate product performance and customer feedback and provide insight to content and development teams to refine future product releases and roadmap decisions.
Responsibilities + Skills
Education
Success driving product adoption utilizing B2B and B2C strategiesExperience in agile product management methodologiesExperience in education a plus but not required
Experience
Minimum two years of experience in product management preferred although less will be consideredEnd-to-end digital product delivery experience required
