One of our goals at Pearson is to help more people learn English and other languages to enable them to make progress in their lives, whether that's to get a promotion at work, move abroad to study or work or earn a qualification. Mondly is part of our English Language Learning division. Mondly offers high-quality online learning in English and 40 other languages to consumers worldwide via its mobile and web apps, virtual reality and augmented reality products. It has had 100 million downloads worldwide, offering professional and personal language learning in a combination of 1300+ different language pairs.

This is an exciting time to join the Pearson Mondly team, as you can play a crucial part in shaping growth plans.

About the position:

As the Senior Product Manager for Discovery and Progress , you'll play an instrumental role in enhancing the user experience by focusing on the discoverability of new lessons and learning content. You will also drive initiatives that help users track their learning progress effectively. Your blend of technical acumen, exceptional communication skills, and an eye for product design will enable you to work synergistically with our engineering, design, and business units. Your leadership in this area will be pivotal in shaping the future of language learning at Mondly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the product roadmap focused on content discovery and user progress tracking.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, design, research, and business to develop user-centric solutions.

• Conduct market and user research to identify trends, best practices, and competitor strategies in discoverability and progress tracking within language learning apps.

• Define and prioritise new features and enhancements that meet both business goals and user needs.

• Create product specifications, wireframes, and prototypes to clearly communicate the direction and vision of the product functionalities.

• Measure and analyse product performance metrics, leveraging data and insights to guide product decisions.

• Partner with engineering and design teams to drive product development through to launch.

• Manage the product backlog and ensure timely prioritisation of tasks, balancing technical and business requirements.

• Clearly articulate product strategy, updates, and key performance indicators to internal stakeholders and executives.

• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, keeping abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends.

You are the perfect fit for this role if you have:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• 3-5 years of experience in product management focusing on consumer-facing applications, ideally in the EdTech or language learning domain.

• A proven track record in leading cross-functional teams to launch high-quality, scalable products within set timelines.

• Deep understanding of user-centred design principles and a strong ability to collaborate with design and UX teams.

• Exceptional skills in data analysis and experience using these skills to make informed product decisions.

• Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of presenting to senior leadership.

• Strong technical foundation, enabling effective dialogue with engineering teams.

• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.

• Robust project management skills, with the ability to manage and prioritise multiple projects concurrently.

• Evident fluency in English, being confident in speaking, reading and writing communication.

What’s in it for you?

• Attractive compensation package, including competitive salary and bonus structure.

• Opportunities to collaborate and learn from tech leaders from top and innovative companies.

• Flexibility to work from any location, offering a great work-life balance.

• Generous vacation policy that allows for work-life balance and personal time off.

• Daily challenges and opportunities to make a significant impact on millions of users and shape the future of AI-powered learning.

• A dynamic and fast-paced work environment that encourages growth and personal development.

• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies and be at the forefront of the language learning industry.

• A supportive and collaborative team culture that values creativity, innovation, and teamwork.

We are looking forward to your application!

What to expect from Pearson

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Job: PRODUCT MANAGEMENT

Organization: English Language Learning

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Req ID: 13539

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