Cambridge University Press & Assessment
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Job Title: Senior Delivery Manager Salary: £50,900 - £68,000 Location: Cambridge, UK (Hybrid - we encourage applicants who are open to working in the office two days a week to apply) Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week, Full-time (Monday to Friday, standard UK business hours) Discover a world of endless possibilities with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a distinguished global academic publisher and assessment organisation, proudly part of the University of Cambridge. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. We are looking for a dedicated Senior Delivery Manager to join our Exam Technology Organisation. The successful candidate will lead the successful delivery of cloud-native and platform-based solutions that support our global assessment operations. About the role Reporting to the Delivery Lead, your accountabilities will include: Additional responsibilities and accountabilities include: Enabling effective delivery across a portfolio of applications and agile teams - managing dependencies, coordinating releases, and ensuring technical solutions are scalable, secure and fit for purpose. Owning the technology stack in scope, maintaining supportability, performance and security compliance, and leading technical impact assessments and delivery estimates. Working closely with Product Owners, developers, testers and architects to drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability. Leading cross-functional teams - including developers, testers and DevOps engineers - without direct line management authority. Managing release planning, risk mitigation and stakeholder communication across complex delivery landscapes, influencing priorities with senior IT and business stakeholders. Supporting the expansion of cloud technologies and ensuring their integration into delivery pipelines and architecture. This position has been classified as a hybrid role, requiring the selected candidate to typically spend 40-60% of their time collaborating and connecting face-to-face at their dedicated location. Aside from our hybrid principles, other flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition. About You To be successful in this critical role, you will be able to demonstrate the following: Substantial experience in delivery management, project management or agile coaching within a software development environment. Deep understanding of Agile principles, with hands-on experience facilitating Scrum or Kanban delivery. Solid working knowledge of cloud platforms - AWS in particular (Azure or GCP also welcome) - and how they integrate into delivery pipelines and architecture. Sufficient hands-on technical understanding of cloud environments and modern application stacks to own supportability, challenge technical proposals and support delivery decisions. Excellent communication and facilitation skills, able to explain delivery concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior stakeholders. Proven experience managing resource capacity, identifying skill gaps and planning team augmentation in a structured, forward-looking way. A data-driven mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement, experimentation and learning. Comfortable working with offshore and outsourced teams, collaborating effectively across time zones. If you meet the above minimum requirements, we encourage you to apply. Your application will be even stronger if you can also demonstrate the following desirable criteria: Experience using Power BI or similar reporting tools. Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, GitHub, Bitbucket or similar platforms. Awareness of emerging AI tools and their potential impact on delivery practices. Exposure to assessment technologies or exam board processes. Relevant cloud or delivery certification (e.g. AWS, Agile/Scrum, project management). For a detailed job description, please refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site. We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's Offer of an Interview commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and who best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable and/or appropriate, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be 22 July 2026 , although the vacancy may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable candidates are identified. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisted candidates may be invited to interview throughout the advertising period. If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect: First stage virtual interview via MS Teams. Final stage interview: in-person at our offices in Cambridge. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. As such, applications must be submitted via our official online application procedure. Please refrain from sending your CV directly to our recruiters. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support with submitting your online application, contact the Recruiter. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities. Documents Job Description - Senior Delivery Manager.pdf (280.77 KB)
Job Title: Senior Delivery Manager Salary: £50,900 - £68,000 Location: Cambridge, UK (Hybrid - we encourage applicants who are open to working in the office two days a week to apply) Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week, Full-time (Monday to Friday, standard UK business hours) Discover a world of endless possibilities with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a distinguished global academic publisher and assessment organisation, proudly part of the University of Cambridge. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. We are looking for a dedicated Senior Delivery Manager to join our Exam Technology Organisation. The successful candidate will lead the successful delivery of cloud-native and platform-based solutions that support our global assessment operations. About the role Reporting to the Delivery Lead, your accountabilities will include: Additional responsibilities and accountabilities include: Enabling effective delivery across a portfolio of applications and agile teams - managing dependencies, coordinating releases, and ensuring technical solutions are scalable, secure and fit for purpose. Owning the technology stack in scope, maintaining supportability, performance and security compliance, and leading technical impact assessments and delivery estimates. Working closely with Product Owners, developers, testers and architects to drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability. Leading cross-functional teams - including developers, testers and DevOps engineers - without direct line management authority. Managing release planning, risk mitigation and stakeholder communication across complex delivery landscapes, influencing priorities with senior IT and business stakeholders. Supporting the expansion of cloud technologies and ensuring their integration into delivery pipelines and architecture. This position has been classified as a hybrid role, requiring the selected candidate to typically spend 40-60% of their time collaborating and connecting face-to-face at their dedicated location. Aside from our hybrid principles, other flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition. About You To be successful in this critical role, you will be able to demonstrate the following: Substantial experience in delivery management, project management or agile coaching within a software development environment. Deep understanding of Agile principles, with hands-on experience facilitating Scrum or Kanban delivery. Solid working knowledge of cloud platforms - AWS in particular (Azure or GCP also welcome) - and how they integrate into delivery pipelines and architecture. Sufficient hands-on technical understanding of cloud environments and modern application stacks to own supportability, challenge technical proposals and support delivery decisions. Excellent communication and facilitation skills, able to explain delivery concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior stakeholders. Proven experience managing resource capacity, identifying skill gaps and planning team augmentation in a structured, forward-looking way. A data-driven mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement, experimentation and learning. Comfortable working with offshore and outsourced teams, collaborating effectively across time zones. If you meet the above minimum requirements, we encourage you to apply. Your application will be even stronger if you can also demonstrate the following desirable criteria: Experience using Power BI or similar reporting tools. Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, GitHub, Bitbucket or similar platforms. Awareness of emerging AI tools and their potential impact on delivery practices. Exposure to assessment technologies or exam board processes. Relevant cloud or delivery certification (e.g. AWS, Agile/Scrum, project management). For a detailed job description, please refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site. We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's Offer of an Interview commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and who best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable and/or appropriate, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be 22 July 2026 , although the vacancy may close earlier if a sufficient number of suitable candidates are identified. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisted candidates may be invited to interview throughout the advertising period. If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect: First stage virtual interview via MS Teams. Final stage interview: in-person at our offices in Cambridge. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. As such, applications must be submitted via our official online application procedure. Please refrain from sending your CV directly to our recruiters. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support with submitting your online application, contact the Recruiter. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities. Documents Job Description - Senior Delivery Manager.pdf (280.77 KB)
Cambridge University Press & Assessment
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Job Title: Content Architect Salary: £51,400 - £68,800 Location: Cambridge, UK (Hybrid - 40% of time in office minimum) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 35 hours over 5 days a week Do you have the technical depth to architect the future of digital publishing - and the collaborative instincts to bring others with you? We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. We are looking for a Content Architect to join our Content Services team - a senior, highly technical role at the heart of our digital publishing operation. This is a rare opportunity to shape how world-class education content is structured, delivered, and experienced across digital formats. If you are driven by the pursuit of potential - your own and others' - this role offers real scope to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact. About the role As Content Architect, you will own content strategy and workflow design for a range of digital products. Working cross-functionally with Editorial, Production, Platform Technologies, and external suppliers, you will ensure content files and metadata meet all internal and third-party technical standards - while continuously driving innovation, automation, and quality throughout our publishing pipelines. This is a senior subject matter expert position that bridges content, technology, and publishing operations. You will be accountable for the technical integrity and efficiency of our digital content architecture, from initial discovery through to post-publication maintenance - and will be relied upon as a trusted adviser by stakeholders at all levels. Additional responsibilities and accountabilities include: Defining and maintaining content strategy and technical specifications for digital publishing products (ePub, HTML, PDF, XML, and more), and being accountable for their adoption and consistency across teams and suppliers. Designing the structure, architecture, and user experience of digital outputs - covering navigation, accessibility, multimedia integration, and multi-device optimisation. Developing and optimising end-to-end content workflows from inception through post-publication maintenance and being accountable for measurable improvements in efficiency and quality. Leading projects and temporary teams to implement new workflows, managing schedules, resources, and risks to successful delivery. Liaising with internal teams (Content Operations, Content Development, Platform Development, Editorial, Sales and others) and external suppliers and typesetters to align on standards and resolve technical challenges. Championing automation and process innovation to maximise productivity across Content Services. Providing training, guidance, and ongoing support to Content Services teams on technical standards and best practice. Representing Content Services in forecasting, discovery, and proof-of-concept exercises, contributing expert insight to shape product and platform decisions. This position has been classified as a hybrid role, requiring the selected candidate to typically spend 40-60% of their time collaborating and connecting face-to-face at their dedicated location. Aside from our hybrid principles, other flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition. About You You will bring deep knowledge of XML standards and digital publishing formats - including ePub, PDF, and web publishing standards. You will have demonstrable experience of cross-functional project delivery, software QA testing, and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and credibly to non-technical stakeholders. Familiarity with command-line toolsets, content management systems, and specialist content tools such as TeX and image processing software (Photoshop or ImageMagick) are strongly desired. An understanding of academic or education publishing production processes will be important to your success in this role. If you meet the above minimum requirements, we encourage you to apply. Your application will be even stronger if you can also demonstrate the following desirable criteria: Experience with XSLT, CSS, Python, or VBA. Experience working in Agile or Scrum environments, and with project management tools such as Trello or Asana. Knowledge of BITS/JATS XML, Onix standards, or SCORM/eLearning formats. Experience designing and delivering staff training programmes. Familiarity with digital content creation software, such as the Adobe Suite, Articulate Suite, H5P, etc. Familiarity with AI toolsets such as Claude Code, N8N, etc. Above all, we are looking for someone who combines deep technical expertise with strong collaborative instincts. You will be comfortable advising senior stakeholders, leading working groups, and getting into the detail of complex content problems - all while keeping an eye on the bigger picture. Curiosity, adaptability, and a genuine commitment to continuous learning are essential. For a detailed job description, please refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site. We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's Offer of an Interview commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and who best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable and/or appropriate, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be 17 July 2026. We will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place on/from the week commencing 3 August 2026. If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect: First stage virtual interview via MS Teams. You will be provided with a brief to complete during the interview. This interview is expected to take 1 hour. Final stage virtual interview with a panel made up of departmental leadership staff. This interview is expected to take 30 minutes. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. As such, applications must be submitted via our official online application procedure. Please refrain from sending your CV directly to our recruiters. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support with submitting your online application, contact the Recruiter. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities. Documents Job Description - Content Architect.pdf (190.31 KB)
Job Title: Content Architect Salary: £51,400 - £68,800 Location: Cambridge, UK (Hybrid - 40% of time in office minimum) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 35 hours over 5 days a week Do you have the technical depth to architect the future of digital publishing - and the collaborative instincts to bring others with you? We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. We are looking for a Content Architect to join our Content Services team - a senior, highly technical role at the heart of our digital publishing operation. This is a rare opportunity to shape how world-class education content is structured, delivered, and experienced across digital formats. If you are driven by the pursuit of potential - your own and others' - this role offers real scope to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact. About the role As Content Architect, you will own content strategy and workflow design for a range of digital products. Working cross-functionally with Editorial, Production, Platform Technologies, and external suppliers, you will ensure content files and metadata meet all internal and third-party technical standards - while continuously driving innovation, automation, and quality throughout our publishing pipelines. This is a senior subject matter expert position that bridges content, technology, and publishing operations. You will be accountable for the technical integrity and efficiency of our digital content architecture, from initial discovery through to post-publication maintenance - and will be relied upon as a trusted adviser by stakeholders at all levels. Additional responsibilities and accountabilities include: Defining and maintaining content strategy and technical specifications for digital publishing products (ePub, HTML, PDF, XML, and more), and being accountable for their adoption and consistency across teams and suppliers. Designing the structure, architecture, and user experience of digital outputs - covering navigation, accessibility, multimedia integration, and multi-device optimisation. Developing and optimising end-to-end content workflows from inception through post-publication maintenance and being accountable for measurable improvements in efficiency and quality. Leading projects and temporary teams to implement new workflows, managing schedules, resources, and risks to successful delivery. Liaising with internal teams (Content Operations, Content Development, Platform Development, Editorial, Sales and others) and external suppliers and typesetters to align on standards and resolve technical challenges. Championing automation and process innovation to maximise productivity across Content Services. Providing training, guidance, and ongoing support to Content Services teams on technical standards and best practice. Representing Content Services in forecasting, discovery, and proof-of-concept exercises, contributing expert insight to shape product and platform decisions. This position has been classified as a hybrid role, requiring the selected candidate to typically spend 40-60% of their time collaborating and connecting face-to-face at their dedicated location. Aside from our hybrid principles, other flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition. About You You will bring deep knowledge of XML standards and digital publishing formats - including ePub, PDF, and web publishing standards. You will have demonstrable experience of cross-functional project delivery, software QA testing, and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and credibly to non-technical stakeholders. Familiarity with command-line toolsets, content management systems, and specialist content tools such as TeX and image processing software (Photoshop or ImageMagick) are strongly desired. An understanding of academic or education publishing production processes will be important to your success in this role. If you meet the above minimum requirements, we encourage you to apply. Your application will be even stronger if you can also demonstrate the following desirable criteria: Experience with XSLT, CSS, Python, or VBA. Experience working in Agile or Scrum environments, and with project management tools such as Trello or Asana. Knowledge of BITS/JATS XML, Onix standards, or SCORM/eLearning formats. Experience designing and delivering staff training programmes. Familiarity with digital content creation software, such as the Adobe Suite, Articulate Suite, H5P, etc. Familiarity with AI toolsets such as Claude Code, N8N, etc. Above all, we are looking for someone who combines deep technical expertise with strong collaborative instincts. You will be comfortable advising senior stakeholders, leading working groups, and getting into the detail of complex content problems - all while keeping an eye on the bigger picture. Curiosity, adaptability, and a genuine commitment to continuous learning are essential. For a detailed job description, please refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site. We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's Offer of an Interview commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and who best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable and/or appropriate, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be 17 July 2026. We will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place on/from the week commencing 3 August 2026. If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect: First stage virtual interview via MS Teams. You will be provided with a brief to complete during the interview. This interview is expected to take 1 hour. Final stage virtual interview with a panel made up of departmental leadership staff. This interview is expected to take 30 minutes. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. As such, applications must be submitted via our official online application procedure. Please refrain from sending your CV directly to our recruiters. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support with submitting your online application, contact the Recruiter. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities. Documents Job Description - Content Architect.pdf (190.31 KB)
Cambridge University Press & Assessment
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Contract: Permanent (Full-time). Join the IELTS Modernisation team as a Permanent Product Owner , driving innovation in operational capabilities by collaborating with internal users and delivering transformative solutions. Or embrace a Fixed-Term Contract as a Product Owner, leading data insights and shaping data-driven decision-making through strategic engagement and impactful analytics. Both roles are crucial to our digital transformation journey and require individuals with experience, empathy, and diplomacy. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the roles As a Product Owner specialising in operational capabilities , your primary focus will be on collaborating closely with internal users to develop and enhance mission-critical operational systems. Your responsibilities encompass a comprehensive approach, from understanding user needs to fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams and delivering transformative solutions. You will be instrumental in the process of gathering requirements and identifying pain points through active engagement with internal users, driving improvements that enhance operational efficiency. Additionally, your role extends to: Communicate product vision, align with business objectives, and contribute to the development roadmap. Collaborate with development teams, translating requirements into user stories and acceptance criteria. Strategically prioritize backlog items considering business value, user impact, and technical feasibility. Foster effective communication, collaboration, and define key metrics for measuring product success. This role involves refining and communicating the product vision and roadmap for data insights and analytics, ensuring a clear trajectory aligned with objectives. You will work closely with data engineering and analytics teams, contributing to the ingestion, transformation, and visualisation of raw data, thereby converting it into actionable insights. Additionally, your role involves: Translate complex business requirements into clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and data models. Prioritize data initiatives considering business impact, data quality, and technical feasibility. Foster seamless communication and collaboration between stakeholders and data teams. Monitor evolving data trends, emerging technologies, and define KPIs for enhanced data capabilities and insights. This is your opportunity to make an impact! If you don't want to miss out, please take a look at the job description attached at the end of the advert. We want to hear from you. About you To be successful you will have a proven track record as a Product Owner or in a similar capacity, preferably within a technology-driven or educational context. This involves a deep comprehension of business operations, processes, and systems, coupled with the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to craft effective software solutions. Your skill set should encompass adept communication and presentation abilities, enabling you to articulate intricate concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. An analytical mindset is crucial, complemented by your proficiency in harnessing data to inform decision-making and provide valuable business insights. A robust grasp of Agile methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban, is essential, as is familiarity with project management and collaboration tools like Jira, Confluence, or analogous platforms. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: Group personal pension scheme Discretionary annual bonus Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Green travel schemes 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays We also offer flexible and hybrid working options from day one. We will consider any work arrangements if you wish to work flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. Interviews are scheduled to take place on the 29 and 30 August 2023. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where everyone has a voice, and where we learn continuously to improve together. Ensuring that everyone feels they belong is essential to who we are, and to the contribution we make to society and our planet. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.
Contract: Permanent (Full-time). Join the IELTS Modernisation team as a Permanent Product Owner , driving innovation in operational capabilities by collaborating with internal users and delivering transformative solutions. Or embrace a Fixed-Term Contract as a Product Owner, leading data insights and shaping data-driven decision-making through strategic engagement and impactful analytics. Both roles are crucial to our digital transformation journey and require individuals with experience, empathy, and diplomacy. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the roles As a Product Owner specialising in operational capabilities , your primary focus will be on collaborating closely with internal users to develop and enhance mission-critical operational systems. Your responsibilities encompass a comprehensive approach, from understanding user needs to fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams and delivering transformative solutions. You will be instrumental in the process of gathering requirements and identifying pain points through active engagement with internal users, driving improvements that enhance operational efficiency. Additionally, your role extends to: Communicate product vision, align with business objectives, and contribute to the development roadmap. Collaborate with development teams, translating requirements into user stories and acceptance criteria. Strategically prioritize backlog items considering business value, user impact, and technical feasibility. Foster effective communication, collaboration, and define key metrics for measuring product success. This role involves refining and communicating the product vision and roadmap for data insights and analytics, ensuring a clear trajectory aligned with objectives. You will work closely with data engineering and analytics teams, contributing to the ingestion, transformation, and visualisation of raw data, thereby converting it into actionable insights. Additionally, your role involves: Translate complex business requirements into clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and data models. Prioritize data initiatives considering business impact, data quality, and technical feasibility. Foster seamless communication and collaboration between stakeholders and data teams. Monitor evolving data trends, emerging technologies, and define KPIs for enhanced data capabilities and insights. This is your opportunity to make an impact! If you don't want to miss out, please take a look at the job description attached at the end of the advert. We want to hear from you. About you To be successful you will have a proven track record as a Product Owner or in a similar capacity, preferably within a technology-driven or educational context. This involves a deep comprehension of business operations, processes, and systems, coupled with the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to craft effective software solutions. Your skill set should encompass adept communication and presentation abilities, enabling you to articulate intricate concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. An analytical mindset is crucial, complemented by your proficiency in harnessing data to inform decision-making and provide valuable business insights. A robust grasp of Agile methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban, is essential, as is familiarity with project management and collaboration tools like Jira, Confluence, or analogous platforms. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: Group personal pension scheme Discretionary annual bonus Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Green travel schemes 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays We also offer flexible and hybrid working options from day one. We will consider any work arrangements if you wish to work flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. Interviews are scheduled to take place on the 29 and 30 August 2023. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where everyone has a voice, and where we learn continuously to improve together. Ensuring that everyone feels they belong is essential to who we are, and to the contribution we make to society and our planet. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.
