Digital Product Delivery Manager Edinburgh, Scotland
Job description
TRUSTED TEACHING
HELP US ENSURE THE BEST POSSIBLE OUTCOMES FOR LEARNERS IN SCOTLAND
We are the General Teaching Council for Scotland. We register and regulate the teaching profession as a safeguard for the quality of education in Scotland. We work to maintain and enhance trust in teaching. We are a statutory body meaning our role is set out in law - we are independent of government.
Why work for us?
- Make a difference to the quality of learning and teaching for children, young people and adult learners in Scotland.
- Flexible working is our default and is open to all. You will have flexibility over when and where you work, depending on the requirements of the role. Most of our people choose to primarily work from home but office space is available if preferred. You will be expected to travel to our office in Edinburgh to attend collaborative events and as the role requires. Please talk to us about your individual flexibility preferences.
- Learning is one of our core principles. We will support your learning and development to help you perform at your best in your role and to develop your future career.
- Annual leave entitlement is a generous 41 days.
- Local Government Pension Scheme is open to all employees.
Our Values
- Trust and Respect - All of us are equally important. We seek out and listen to others’ views. We support each other and build positive working relationships.
- Integrity – We do what we say we will. We deliver on our plans and effectively communicate with others. We are committed to continually learning and improving.
- Social Justice – We embrace diversity. We understand the importance of positive wellbeing and seek to support each other and our registrants. We want you to feel like you belong.
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The Role
What you will do
You will be responsible for the operational performance and delivery of GTC Scotland’s suite of digital products. With a strong focus on user experience and user-centric design, you will ensure that the organisation develops the digital products and solutions needed to meet business requirements as well as to deliver the digital vision and strategy.
What you will need to be successful
- You have significant experience in a product delivery/owner/manager role with experience of managing multiple projects using agile and waterfall project management methodologies.
- You have a good understanding of digital design principles including user-centric design, prototyping and web development technologies.
- You have considerable experience in managing and working with third party supplier development teams to ensure delivery
- You have a good understanding of database technologies and can converse on a technical level with software development teams.
- You are an excellent communicator with a strong ability to work with others to develop shared solutions to complex issues.
- You have a Bachelor’s degree (SCQF Level 9) in a relevant discipline – ideally software development or computing science – or equivalent attested vocational or work-based training.
- Formal training/certification in digital product management and/or Agile methodology would be an advantage.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where people can bring their whole selves to work. We want to hire the best person for the role, irrespective of their background. We use a recruitment platform which aims to reduce any unconscious bias.
Working Hours / Pattern
We see this role being based on full time working hours of 35 hours per week, however we would still like to hear from you if you are interested in the role but have alternative needs in relation to working hours or pattern.
Application and Selection Process
Apply via the Applied URL provided by the closing date of 5.00pm on Monday 12 June 2023.
Invites to interview issued by Wednesday 21 June 2023.
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 28 June 2023. We advise you to hold this date in your diary.
If you have a medical condition or other individual need which you believe may affect our interview / assessment arrangements, or your ability to be at your best please, let us know so we can discuss how we can support you and make any adjustments that may be required.
For any queries please contact [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £45,492.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Store discount
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edinburgh: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Product management: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edinburgh
