Head, FCCL

• Location:

  Chennai

About the Role

Introduction –

This is a unique opportunity to lead and shape one of Oxford University Press India’s most significant product lines—Combined Courses—serving schools across India. You’ll be part of a dynamic team, working on innovative projects that reflect the latest educational policies and frameworks, including NEP and NCF. The role also provides exposure to strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and leadership in a high-growth environment.

Opportunity –

As Head, FCCL you will:

• Lead the development and expansion of the Combined Courses list, with a focus on South India.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to understand regional educational needs and develop tailored products.
• Build a distinct portfolio for state boards in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana.
• Liaise with content teams in Noida and other internal stakeholders to drive product growth and revenue.
• Conduct market research, need analysis, and curriculum design aligned with NEP and NCF.
• Define product lifecycles, timelines, stylesheets, and art styles suited to age groups and budgets.
• Guide editors through product development stages, ensuring quality and age-appropriateness.
• Develop go-to-market strategies in collaboration with marketing.
• Contribute to strategic planning and business growth, ensuring alignment with OUPI’s educational and commercial goals.
• Represent the department in cross-divisional initiatives and external engagements.

About You

Essential Criteria

• Postgraduate degree with 10–15 years of experience in Education, EdTech, or Publishing.
• Strong project management skills and functional competencies.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Problem-solving and risk management capabilities.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and manage budgets.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in curriculum design and educational product development.
• Familiarity with NEP and NCF frameworks.
• Exposure to South Indian education markets.

People Management

• Lead and mentor a team of editors based in Chennai.
• Oversee resource planning, performance reviews, and professional development.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration across internal and external stakeholders.

Key Interfaces

• Internal:

  Sales, subject list heads, editors, operations, finance, HR, digital, and product teams.

• External:

  School teachers, decision-makers, digital partners, contractors, and freelancers.

Queries

shariq.anwar@oup.com