Product Developer

90% of schools use CGP books , making us the UKs No.1 educational publisher . Were successful because were flexible and quick to market with new products, and thats where you come in Were looking for a Product Developer to join us at our Lake District Head Office. Youll use your research skills to identify opportunities for fabulous new print and digital products, cost up your ideas and present sound business proposals to senior colleagues. Youll then bring your product to life with the help of our in-house Editing, Digital and Design teams. To thrive as a Product Developer, youll be a graduate with an impressive academic background and a sound track record in research this could be a PhD, Masters or from your experience in a relevant role (not necessarily publishing). Youll have a curious and creative mind, and the ability to analyse complex data to great commercial effect. Youll be joining a small team so theres plenty of opportunity to make your mark right from the start. Working closely with other in-house Product Developers, youll understand and be able to champion what makes CGP products so popular. Just as important, youll know what wont fit with our brand. In this role youll: Research your target market to understand the needs of our customers Analyse sales data to explore market behaviour and identify opportunities for new, profitable publishing Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of competitor products (and our own) to ensure we always stay one step ahead Research and propose fully costed product ideas Work with in-house Editing, Digital & Design and Sales & Marketing teams to ensure that approved ideas are turned into superb products Interested? Great! Head to our website for more info and for details on how to apply! Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a pre-selection task, and assessments will be held at our Lake District site. TPBN1_UKTJ