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Job Title : Senior Delivery Manager Salary: £50,000 - £66,950 Location : Cambridge, hybrid working (minimum 2 days a week in office) Contract: Permanent Joining our vibrant software delivery team is a thrilling opportunity, as you'll contribute to a diverse array of projects, from enhancing established application suites to launching innovative products and services. Your proactive, hands one, energetic and seasoned expertise will be instrumental in driving the team to successfully meet various objectives within our product groups. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the role Empower delivery teams to ensure efficient product delivery across various product families. Resolve issues that could impede progress. Assist in projection and goals of the Product Manager and Head of English Exam Solutions. Act as a scrum master when necessary. Manage delivery planning and execution throughout the product lifecycle. Manage internal and external stakeholders. Engage actively in our communities and guilds to help shape our culture and processes. Take ownership of incident investigations and resolutions, participating in resolving major incidents and problem records. Cultivate an agile mindset and promote a positive team culture. Demonstrate proactive behaviour and readiness to tackle challenges. About you Confident ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences effectively to ensure understanding. Skill in motivating team members to meet deadlines and foster a motivational work environment. Proficiency in balancing innovation with service stability. Familiarity and working knowledge with planning tools and delivery frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, ITIL, Jira, and Trello. Experience Extensive experience of the full end to end software development life cycle, with a working understanding of each relevant stage. ITIL experience and technical knowledge to run various phases of software delivery. Strong expertise in relationship management, conflict resolution, and stakeholder engagement up to the Director level. Demonstrated experience in reporting and effective risk and issue management. Understanding of the agile mindset and ability to apply it in various scenarios. Experience in managing and coaching empowered teams. Experience in managing budget and costs. Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams. Experience in coaching and mentoring team members to foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Stakeholder Management: Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels, including executives, clients, and team members. Experience in managing expectations and resolving conflicts diplomatically. Delivery Focus: A track record of delivering high-quality products or solutions on time and within budget. Experience in tracking progress and drive improvements. If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 28th April and interviews are scheduled to take place during or shortly after the closing date. Although we may close it earlier if suitable candidates are identified. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. 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Job Title: Associate Solution Architect Salary: £39,200 - £50,900 Location: Cambridge with 2 days a week in office Contract: Permanent We are a dynamic and innovative company looking to enhance our digital presence and improve customer engagement. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Associate Solution Architect to join our multi-discipline Enterprise Architecture team. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the role The Associate Solution Architect position is designed for individuals seeking a career in architecture. Working towards becoming a Solution Architect, you will function as a developing practitioner, collaborating with experienced architects to design and document solution and enterprise architecture that solve complex business challenges. Support Solution Architects in scoping, designing, and documenting solution architectures. Carry out analysis and create/update documentation and architecture models. Partake in training, mentoring, and thought leadership activities in solution architecture. Make current architectures visible and understandable. Contribute to the development and maintenance of architectural models. Engage in thought leadership exercises within solution architecture. About you As an Associate Solution Architect, you'll play a crucial role in designing and implementing technical solutions that drive business objectives. Your contributions will help to translate business needs into functional solution designs, improve data quality and business outcomes, and support strategic decision-making. Understanding and familiarity of AWS technologies. Experience in designing innovative cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS is desired. Understanding of architecture patterns (e.g., Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture, CQRS) Passion for technology and a belief that new technologies can enhance our business. Confidence in your abilities, coupled with a desire to learn new skills and adapt. Strong analytical skills to effectively document existing solutions. Basic understanding of databases and data modelling. Excellent interpersonal skills, including teamwork and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audience If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 21 st April although we may close it earlier if suitable candidates are identified. Interviews are scheduled to take place on shortly after it closes. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.

A chance to develop a career with a leader in the educational sector, actively making a difference to our learners around the world. Job Title: Digital Sustainability & Data Intern Payment: £22,222 per annum full time equivalent (prorated for your 8-week internship, non-negotiable) Location: Cambridge/Hybrid (2 days per week in the office minimum) Contract: Full Time (35 hours per week) / Fixed Term (8 weeks) Placement dates: 14 th July - 5 th September 2025 Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to leverage data and technology to make a real impact? This is an exciting opportunity for you to join a passionate, fast-paced environment providing world class support to our millions of customers and qualifications around the world. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the role The Digital Sustainability & Data Intern will work with the digital sustainability team to calculate and report emissions for technology and digital products, helping to innovate on our digital sustainability processes and tools, and assist in creating the Environmental Data Hub. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a growing field as you will collaborate with various teams to integrate digital sustainability guidelines and develop strategies for improving environmental data. As part of this role, you will: Work at the forefront of new developments in the digital sustainability and digital carbon accounting space Have the opportunity to learn about environmental data analysis and reporting Work on the cloud carbon emissions reporting for the business Support the digital sustainability team in integrating digital sustainability practices across the business Collaborate with the wider Environmental team to understand how a business approaches carbon emissions reporting and optimisation About you We are looking for a driven and analytical individual who is passionate about the planet and interested in how technology and data can support in creating a more sustainable world. You are excited about learning about new concepts and trying out new digital tools and processes. Asking lots of questions and challenging the way things are done is encouraged in this team. Experience in environmental science or sustainability work would be good, however you do not need to be a specialist in the area, but should be open to learning about and understanding the subject. To be successful in this role, the following skills, values and behaviours are desirable: Familiarity with Power BI or similar visualisation tools Experience with managing and analysing large datasets Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work Adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges and learn Interest or prior experience or coursework in sustainability projects or environmental science What to expect Applying for our internship is simple, and we're here to support you every step of the way! Successful applicants will then be invited to an interview, and if selected, you'll join us for an exciting 8-week programme starting on Monday, 14 th July, and ending on Friday, 5 th September. Here's a list of key dates: Key Dates 31st March - 23rd April After submitting your application, there will be a selection period where we review all candidates. The deadline for all applications is Wednesday, 23rd April. 16th April To help you learn more about the role, we'll be hosting a Find Out More session alongside creative access on 16th April. 5th - 16th May You can expect to hear from us with an application update, and if you're successful, be invited to interview Online Interviews will take place during this period. 19th - 30th May You can expect an update on your interview, if you're successful you will receive a placement offer. We will ask for acceptance responses by 30 th May We will also share some helpful pre-start information ahead of your first day. 14th July Programme starts 5th September Programme finishes If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. You can also watch our 'day in the life of an intern' video on LinkedIn. Rewards and benefits In addition to competitive payment, we offer you featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: Annual leave plus bank holidays (Pro-rata, in line with Working Time Regulations) Green travel schemes Cambridge Extra Discounts - Access to Discounts and cashback portal Food & Drink Facilities Our subsidised café and canteen offer a variety of snacks, breakfast, and lunch options-including a daily pizza selection. We offer six lunch choices, including vegetarian and vegan meals, ranging from £1.05 to £6.00. Plus, you'll have access free to water, tea, and coffee throughout the office. Alternatively, you are welcome to bring your own lunches, microwaves are also available for heating up food. Approximate spend based on maximum of 3 days in office, for 2 days this will be less. Spend per day x2 Days x3 Days Approx. total over 8 weeks £5 £10 £15 £80 - 120 £10 £20 £30 £160 - 240 Flexible Working We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location (2-3 days). We want everyone to have a fair and positive experience during the recruitment process and in the role. If you need any reasonable adjustments to help you apply or work comfortably due to disability, please let us know in advance so that we can support you. Getting to work - Commuting Considerations: We want you to have the best experience in this role, and that includes making sure the commute works for you. Before applying, take a moment to check how you'd travel to our location-whether by car, train, bus, or bike-and think about the time and cost involved. A manageable commute makes all the difference in enjoying your time here. In some cases, we may be able to offer travel support. Parking onsite is available and can be booked ahead of time. Please note that parking is allocated on a weekly basis, and a space is not always guaranteed during busy periods. More information can be provided. Ready to pursue potential? Apply now. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities. Your unique perspective and experiences matter to us, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being Wednesday, 23rd April 2025 and interviews are scheduled to take place from Tuesday 6th May - Friday 16th May 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested in this exciting opportunity, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. Please note: Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker Visa route as it does not meet the minimum skill requirements. Due to the 8-week timeframe of the Internship position, we are not able to offer support for Visa sponsorship. If you do not currently have the right to work in the UK, you may not be eligible for this position. Why join us See how you can Pursue your potential at Cambridge Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identityand sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. 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UAT Technician Salary: £31,300 - £38,000 Location: Cambridge, Hybrid Contract: Permanent, Full time (35 hours per week) We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. We are recruiting for a UAT Technician to join a team of dedicated professional testers dedicated to QA and getting it right for the Customer. About the role Reporting to the UAT Manager, you will be part of a team responsible for carrying out the UAT for applications developed across many of the organisation's initiatives, which include computer based testing, e-learning and web-based stakeholder support systems. This will involve the detailed preparation and execution of test cases for the various applications across different environments, the logging of defects and reporting to project stakeholders on testing progress. As a User Acceptance Testing Technician, you will also be required to liaise with project managers and developers to ensure that defects are categorised, prioritised and resolved within agreed timescales. About you You will be required to demonstrate a high level of general IT expertise within an MS Windows environment, including knowledge of database and website technologies. Thorough knowledge of structured test methods and processes and have exposure to formal methodologies like V-Model, Agile, Waterfall. Experience in using HP Quality Centre, BugZilla, JIRA or similar test management software would also be beneficial. You will be educated at least to A-level standard and will ideally have a formal software testing or computing-related qualification. Previous work experience in an IT support or software testing environment would be a distinct advantage. You must be confident, enthusiastic and able to work in a high pressure environment as part of a close-knit team. Excellent attention to detail is essential, as is a customer focussed mentality. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: Group personal pension schemeDiscretionary annual bonusLife assurance up to 4 x annual salaryPrivate medical and Permanent Health InsuranceGreen travel schemes28 days annual leave plus bank holidays We also offer flexible and hybrid working options from day one. We will consider any work arrangements if you wish to work flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 20 April 2025 and interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 5 May 2025. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where everyone has a voice, and where we learn continuously to improve together. Ensuring that everyone feels they belong is essential to who we are, and to the contribution we make to society and our planet. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.

Generative AI Implementation Lead - English Salary: £43,800 - £58,500 Location: Cambridge, with hybrid working arrangement Contract: 15 months Fixed Term/Secondment, Full time 35 hours per week This pivotal position within English is the key interface between the GenAI Centre of Excellence, the GenAI Hub and English teams, ensuring that the needs of all stakeholders are clearly understood, and ideas captured and prioritised. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the role Strategic Impact: This role is essential for coordinating and optimizing GenAI capabilities across various directorates and major programs.Innovation and Leadership: As a trusted advisor on GenAI, you will build on your own technical understanding of GenAI to champion its value to the business.Inclusive Collaboration: The role highlights inclusive collaboration, ensuring all stakeholders can contribute to GenAI initiatives.Professional Growth: This position offers the chance to work closely with colleagues working on innovative AI projects.Change Management: You will play a key role in managing the people and change impacts when implementing GenAI capability. About you You will demonstrate a strong ability to manage stakeholders effectively, working closely to understand business priorities and areas of exploration within GenAI. You will ensure that the organisation's AI initiatives are aligned with its strategic goals. Advanced communication skills are key to the success of this role. You will support and contribute to communications on GenAI topics, ensuring stakeholders are informed and engaged. You will also: Serve as a trusted source of information and advice on GenAI within the relevant business unit, acting as an ambassador for the value this technology can add and to the businessBe a subject matter expert on GenAI to contribute to requirements and provide feedback on tools and deliverablesPlay a key role in scoping projects, business case creation, piloting, and trailing initiatives in collaboration with the GenAI Centre of ExcellenceContribute to understanding and considering the people and change impacts when productionizing GenAI capabilitiesCollaborate with teams across the business unit and other GenAI Product Leads to share learnings and minimize duplication of effort, as you support the initiation of scaling projects and continuing to play a stakeholder role throughout the lifecycle. If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidaysPrivate medical and Permanent Health InsuranceDiscretionary annual bonusGroup personal pension schemeLife assurance up to 4 x annual salaryGreen travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 17th April 2025 although we may close it earlier if suitable candidates are identified. Interviews are scheduled to take place on the 2nd week of May. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.