Lead specialist, Product Management

**Role:** Lead Specialist, Product Management **Location:** Bangalore (On-site) We are seeking a **customer‑centric Product Manager** to lead product management for **Credly and its enterprise integration ecosystem** within Pearson’s ELS portfolio. This role focuses on scaling and evolving Credly as a **platform product** , enabling seamless integrations with learning, talent, and assessment systems used by enterprise and institutional customers. This is a highly cross‑functional product role, working at the intersection of **platform capabilities, API‑driven integrations, and enterprise customer needs** . You will partner closely with engineering, architecture, UX, commercial, and customer success teams to deliver reliable, secure, and scalable integrations that drive adoption and business value. The role is ideal for a Product Manager who thrives in **B2B / B2B2C environments** , understands **platform and integration products** , and can translate complex technical capabilities into clear customer value propositions. **Key Responsibilities** + **Own the product vision and roadmap** for Credly’s integrations and platform capabilities, aligned to ELS and broader Pearson strategy. + Define and prioritise **APIs, partner integrations, and platform features** that enable Credly to integrate seamlessly with LMS, HRIS, talent, and assessment ecosystems. + Partner with **enterprise customers, internal stakeholders, and partners** to understand integration requirements, workflows, and constraints. + Collaborate closely with **engineering, platform architecture, and security teams** to deliver scalable, reliable, and compliant integration solutions. + Work with UX and design to ensure **simple, intuitive experiences** for administrators, partners, and developers. + Lead and contribute to a **cross‑functional delivery squad** , ensuring product outcomes are delivered with quality and predictability. + Use data, customer insights, and adoption metrics to **inform prioritisation and iteration** . + Support **go‑to‑market and commercial teams** by providing product input for customer conversations, solution positioning, and sales enablement. + Communicate a clear and compelling **product narrative** that articulates Credly’s platform value, integration strategy, and enterprise impact. **Candidate Profile** **Experience & Qualifications** + **4+ years of product management experience** , preferably working on **platform, integration, or SaaS products** . + Demonstrated experience working closely with **engineering and technical teams** , including API‑first or integration‑heavy products. + Experience managing **complex stakeholder environments** , including enterprise customers, partners, and internal teams. + Strong understanding of **B2B or B2B2C product delivery** models. + Ability to navigate ambiguity, balance competing priorities, and make informed trade‑offs. **Skills & Strengths** + Strong **customer‑focused mindset** , with the ability to translate enterprise needs into clear product outcomes. + Comfortable working on **platform capabilities rather than purely end‑user features** . + Excellent **communication and storytelling skills** , able to align technical and non‑technical audiences. + Analytical and data‑informed, with a focus on measurable impact and adoption. + Familiarity with **learning, credentials, talent, or skills ecosystems** is desirable but not required. **Why Join Us** + Influence the evolution of **Credly as a global digital credentials platform** . + Work on products that sit at the heart of **Pearson’s enterprise and partner ecosystem** . + Collaborate with experienced teams across product, engineering, and commercial functions. + Make a tangible impact on how skills and credentials are recognised and shared globally. **Who we are:** At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. 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 actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com. **Job:** Product Management **Job Family:** PRODUCT **Organization:** Enterprise Learning & Skills **Schedule:** FULL\_TIME **Workplace Type:** On-site **Req ID:** 23698