This is a new and challenging opportunity working for an international publisher of reference and learning resources for schools in the US, UK and worldwide. They are looking to appoint a Head of Technology reporting to the Commercial Director. You will play a key role in developing their capability and product range to meet the opportunities presented by technology tools and solutions in their core educational markets.

Duties include: developing strategy for bringing technology to the heart of the business; developing proposals for technology tools and solutions that fit the strategy and complement existing products; managing projects using in-house and freelance resources to deliver proposed products to a high standard, on schedule and on budget; working with sales and marketing departments to help them bring products to market successfully; co-ordinating maintenance and development to existing products; working with marketing and web teams to ensure that websites are enhanced to fit strategy and to give the best possible customer experience across all markets; and working with publishing teams to develop technology skills within the business, including taking a leading role in the global technology steering group.

You will need to have: a detailed knowledge of current developments in technology for education and technical knowledge of building sophisticated digital products; strong leadership and communication skills to lead organisational change; creativity and innovation to find creative solutions to customer needs; and project management skills, including effective budgeting and scheduling of projects.

This role is office based in Oxford with some travel between the US and the UK.