Product Management

Pearson•Hoboken, NJ

11d•$180,000 - $220,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Product Director, you will serve as the functional leader responsible for defining, delivering, and scaling our Early Careers Platform. You will demonstrate high accountability for product outcomes, making decisive choices about feature prioritization and risk tradeoffs to maximize impact for learners and partners. Your leadership will set the standard for cross-functional collaboration, strategic vision, and operational excellence.

Requirements

10+ years of product management experience, with at least 3 years in platform products, career readiness, or EdTech. K12 market knowledge would be a plus; learning platforms experience is recommended.
Experience in delivering learning platform solutions in any of the following markets: K12 career education Higher Education non-degree programs and/or vocational-based programs Workforce development solutions
Demonstrated success building and scaling B2C and/or B2B2C digital platforms, with clear examples of accountable leadership in feature prioritization and risk management.
Strong understanding of AI/ML applications, personalization, and skills/competency frameworks.
Ability to engage deeply with engineers, data scientists, and UX designers, providing clear direction and accountability for outcomes.
Proven ability to balance short-term execution with long-term strategic vision, making informed tradeoffs and owning the results.
Strong analytical skills, with experience using data to drive product decisions and assess risk.
Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to align diverse stakeholders and justify prioritization decisions.
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or relevant experience in education, business, or technology preferred.

Nice To Haves

Customer-Centric: Empathy for students, educators, and employers navigating the skills-to-careers transition.
Curious & Bold: Excited to explore new models of education-to-employment and willing to test, learn, and iterate, while taking responsibility for outcomes.
Mission-Driven: Passionate about Pearson’s role in shaping the future of learning and work, demonstrating unwavering accountability and leadership.