GAQ L&E Experienced Design Manager 23m secondment/FTC

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Who were looking for summaryWere looking for an experienced Design Manager to join the Global Assurance Quality - Learning & Education (GAQ-L&E) team on a 23 month secondment (internal)/ 23m fixed term contract (external) with potential opportunity to go permanent reporting to the Design and Production Leader.This role is a combined Learning Experience Designer and Project Manager role, with the focus being on learning experience design. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of adult learning theory, best practice design techniques and learning development processes. They will have taken the lead on the design of a range of learning modalities (including digital and face to face) from initial ideas generation through to launch, including facilitating design meetings, advising on the best development tool for the job, and the most appropriate delivery model. They will also be able to effectively communicate ideas visually and use basic graphic packages (e.g. MS Visio, PowerPoint) to create mock-ups and simple images etc.The successful candidate will also ideally have experience of project managing learning solutions, though this is not a requirement.Key aspects of the role includeCustomer Relationship Management Create, identify and respond to opportunities to provide consultancy and coaching within GAQ - L&E. Prioritise work, in conjunction with other relevant parties, to meet agreed requirements in a cost effective manner.Instructional Design Deliver highly effective learning content using adult learning principles and instructional design theory Help define learning objectives and key learning points, and ensure they are addressed by the learning solution, in conjunction with programme leader and/or development team Lead design meetings with internal stakeholders for assigned projects and support other team members on their projects. Provide expert design consultation on individual projects - overall design / interactivity / screen layout / technology (tools & infrastructure) possibilities and limitations / development model (e.g. ADDIE / Agile), etc. Utilise existing global processes and instructional design strategies for delivering different types/methods of training using the global toolbox. Advise on assessment and evaluation possibilities and considerations, making appropriate recommendations Brief and coach subject matter champions on requirements for developing training, including design best practices, using required templates, design and project planning considerations, budget requirements, technology tools/infrastructure limitations, etcProject ManagementProject manage projects from inception to launch, including: Initiate, organise and facilitate project kick-off and design meetings, as required Develop and monitor project plans, milestones and budgets for individual projects Prepare, communicate, and ensure sign off by key stakeholders/L&E personnel project planning documents Brief, coach and manage all internal resources and external vendors, throughout the lifecycle of the project Monitor and communicate milestones to key stakeholders on an ongoing basis, seeking input and sign off as needed Define budget requirements and track budget to actual (escalating as necessary) Manage the production process, as required, or prepare appropriate handover documentation for the production team Provide communications to the Global Assurance L&E network including module release and complete required wrap-up proceduresFinancial Management Tracking budget costs (expenses and time) Providing regular reporting to team leader.General Responsibilities Ownership for ensuring the teams learning design best practice and process guidance is maintained Make regular contributions to best practice and process guidance in other areas Share knowledge with the wider GAQ -L&E team and the Global PwC Learning & Development community.Role RequirementsThe following skills are required for this role A strong understanding of and a passion for Adult Learning Extensive experience of designing high quality Learning solutions A strong understanding of, and ability to design for industry standard rapid development tools (e.g. Lectora, Articulate Storyline / 360, Gomo (or similar tools) Customer focussed at all times - understanding their needs and keeping them in mind when taking actions or making decisions. The ability to build and strengthen long-term relationships. Strategic perspective - ability to keep overall strategies and goals in mind. Goal orientated - maintaining focus on agreed objectives and deliverables. Analytical skills - effective identification of issues and the application of sound conclusions resulting in right solution, at the right time, at the right cost. Proactive follow-up and monitoring - checking progress against targets, reporting as necessary and taking action to resolve exceptions. Be a team player, with the ability to help the team out with whatever is requiredNot the role for youDid you know PwC offer flexible contract arrangements as well as contingent work (ie temporary or day rate contracting)The skills we look for in future employeesAll our people need to demonstrate the skills and behaviours that support us in delivering our business strategy. This is important to the work we do for our business, and our clients. These skills and behaviours make up our global leadership framework, The PwC Professional and are made up of five core attributes; whole leadership, technical capabilities, business acumen, global acumen and relationships.Learn more here: uk/careers/experienced/applyDiversityValuing Difference. Driving Inclusion.We work in a changing world which offers great opportunities for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool because creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business, enabling us to solve important problems and deliver value to our clients. We encourage an inclusive culture where people can be themselves, are valued for their strengths and are empowered to be the best they can be. As an organisation with an increasingly agile workforce, we also support different ways of working offering flexible working arrangements. 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