Executive Solution Manager - Durham, United States - Pearson

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Executive Solution Manager

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Learning

At Pearson, we're not just committed to a world that's always learning – we're creating it, thanks to our exceptional team of talent. From transforming lectures into captivating experiences to turning textbooks into interactive laptop lessons, we continuously redefine the way people learn. Whether it's a child in our backyard or an entire education community globally, our team is driven by a shared passion for pushing the boundaries of education.

We are on the lookout for an exceptional Executive Solutions Manager to lead the Product Roadmap, Design, and Delivery of core software platforms in the content creation and distribution domain.

Why Pearson?

Innovation at its Core: Be part of a team of bold thinkers and standout innovators who constantly challenge the status quo, motivating each other to explore new frontiers in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Technology Trailblazers: By pushing the boundaries of technology, we create the seeds of learning that spark innovations worldwide, both on personal and global scales.

Collaborative Excellence: Join a culture that fosters collaboration, where we strive to be better every day, collectively contributing to the world's advancements in education.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holistic Leadership: Share responsibility for planning, designing, and managing the development of Content Technologies, actively participating in all phases of development.
• Customer-Centric Approach: Gather customer input and requirements, ensuring that solutions are tailored to meet user needs.
• Agile Expertise: Engage in sprint planning, SCRUM/KANBAN management, and quality assurance testing to drive efficient and effective development cycles.
• Innovative Design Authority: Exercise leadership in the design and development of specific solution features, contributing to the continuous evolution of our content technologies.

Why You Should Apply:

• Impactful Contributions: Your work will directly influence the creation and distribution of educational content, shaping the learning experiences of individuals and communities.
• Dynamic Environment: Join a team where innovation is celebrated, and your skills are valued as you contribute to the forefront of educational technology.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prioritize and track software feature requests, defining business cases for specific requirements.
• Research user needs, collaboration with architecture and engineering leads to convert requirements into technical solutions.
• Write use cases, business requirements, functional specifications, and test plans for features.
• Conduct acceptance testing, collaborate on UI development, and facilitate usability testing and focus groups.
• Monitor feature development, coordinating teams, and reporting progress to leadership.
• Manage end-to-end technology project delivery lifecycle via Daily Scrums, ensuring project objectives are met.
• Drive technology development with Agile sprint methodology, designing issue tracking and resolution processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in educational publishing, technology, or instructional design.
• 5+ years in solutions management, UI design, business analysis, and project management in IT or software (Media/Publishing ideal).
• Proficiency in JIRA, Smartsheet's, Windows Suite, Google Docs, and Planview.
• PMI/PMP Certification and successful track record in managing agile projects.
• Strong communication skills, team dynamics understanding, and excellent customer service ethic.
• Ability to work under pressure, excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships within an international business.

What to expect from Pearson

Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.

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: TECHNOLOGY

Organization: Corporate Strategy & Technology

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Req ID: 14981