Company DescriptionGlobal University Systems is an international education group that empowers students to transform their lives through education. We believe education drives careers, lives, and society forward, enabling a brighter future for all. Our network of 30 institutions offers the broadest range of industry-relevant skills through inclusive, accessible, and digital-first learning. We currently educate around 122,000 students on campuses worldwide and have 20M+ unique subscribers to our courses. Our global ecosystem powers accessible digital learning and academic achievement.PositionWe''re on the hunt for a bold, entrepreneurial, and pedagogy-driven product leader to help shape the future of learning. At GUS, we''re making a major investment in AI and online education, building a world-class team to drive innovation across our 31 institutions worldwide. This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of that transformation, leading the design and scale-up of intelligent, AI-powered learning experiences that make education more personalised, effective, and accessible. It''s a rare greenfield opportunity to build something truly impactful from the ground up, with the backing of a global education powerhouse and the freedom to shape the vision.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Vision and LeadershipCo-develop and operationalise GUS''s AI and automation strategy with a strong focus on pedagogical innovationTranslate research on learning science, personalisation, and adaptive systems into a commercial and scalable product visionCollaborate with academic leaders, instructional designers, and faculty to ensure product alignment with educational best practiceRegularly report progress and insights to the Chief AI Officer and executive teamProduct and Pedagogical InnovationLead the design and deployment of AI-powered learning products (e.g. adaptive learning platforms, automated assessment, intelligent tutoring systems)Champion learning effectiveness and evidence-based pedagogy in all AI-driven initiativesBuild intelligent content pipelines, embedding GenAI tools into curriculum creation, feedback loops, and student supportExplore emerging tools (e.g. learning analytics, recommendation engines, agent-based simulations) to drive deeper engagement and outcomesDrive experimentation through MVPs, pilots, and learner testing cyclesAutomation and Operational ScalingPartner with operations, admissions, finance, and HR teams to identify high-value automation opportunitiesSupport deployment of intelligent automation tools that improve learner and staff experiences (e.g. AI chatbots, RPA, smart workflows)Collaborate with senior colleagues on systems integration and scalable architectureTeam Building and CultureHelp build and lead a cross-functional team of learning engineers, product managers, AI/ML researchers, and instructional designersPromote a culture of experimentation, ethical AI practice, and learner-first thinkingEngage with global AI/EdTech partners, open-source communities, and academic institutions to stay at the cutting edge of the fieldRequirementsRequirementsYou''re an AI expert with a pedagogical background who understands both the why and how behind transformative learning experiences. You bring the agility of a builder with the empathy of an educator.You''ll thrive in this role if you have:It is essential that you are an experienced AI expert in EdTech, learning design, product development, or AI-enhanced education deliveryA strong track record of building and scaling learner-centric digital products or platformsDeep understanding of instructional design, curriculum architecture, and/or learning scienceExperience working with AI/ML systems - especially GenAI, LLMs, automation, and learning analyticsStrong product leadership and agile delivery skills - from research to roadmap to releaseFamiliarity with educational data standards, adaptive learning technologies, and privacy considerationsExperience collaborating with academic stakeholders, educators, and students to co-design solutionsPassion for educational equity, innovation, and lifelong learningDegree in Education, Learning Technologies, Computer Science, or a related field preferred but not essentialOther informationWe acknowledge receipt of your resume for a position at Global University Systems and sincerely appreciate your interest in our company.We will screen all applicant CVs and select the candidates whose qualifications and experience meet our requirements. Please note due to the high volume of applications we will only contact you if you are selected to continue for the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success.GUS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.#J-18808-Ljbffr