Job Information
Higher Education Editor in Noida, India
Role Overview
This role provides an opportunity to work with Pearson's latest courseware (print and digital products), and will involve planning, specifying, researching, commissioning, developing, managing, and testing assigned Higher Education projects.
Candidate in this role will work closely with colleagues in Editorial / Product Management, Production, Operations, Marketing and Sales around the world.
Key Responsibilities
Planning and executing a delivery strategy around scheduling, availability and enhancement of Global Edition print and digital products
Demonstrating new products and prototypes at team / sales meetings and on campuses
Building up a network of international SMEs through campus visits, existing contacts and internet research
Training and developing SMEs / freelancers and managing relationships with them
Overseeing work undertaken by SMEs, proof readers, accuracy checkers, reviewers
Developing content that meets the highest quality, time, and cost standards
Ensuring that all key milestones and schedules on all projects are met and proposing alternative plans to keep projects on schedule as required
Creating and maintaining contracts, databases, payments and internal systems as required. On-boarding external parties onto Pearson systems.
Establishing strong and clear communication within the Global Editions team, and with Pearson colleagues around the world
Ensuring that all material conforms to Pearson’s global editorial policy and diversity, equity, and inclusion guidelines. Making sure that content is created keeping the different cultural sensitivities of a global audience in mind
Ensuring that all content is accessible for all users
Desired Skills and Experience
Candidates in this role are likely to have an undergraduate/postgraduate degree, higher education or Web publishing experience, a record of accomplishment, and the ability to demonstrate the right qualities to take on this exciting role, including:
awareness of, and interest in, technology and application development, the World Wide Web, learning management systems, and educational publishing
excellent communication skills and an aptitude for building personal networks and strong working relationships
attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
a strong interest in higher education, education trends and instructional technology, and the ability to see and act upon business opportunities as they emerge
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: PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
Organization: Higher Education
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Req ID: 15636