Job Description

Head, FCCL

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Location:
Chennai, TN, IN, 600006
Salary: Dependent on Skills & Experience
Division: Education
Department: Product_School Education

Location:

Chennai

About the Role

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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.


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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

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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.

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Desirable Criteria

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

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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

Please contact

shariq.anwar@oup.com

with any queries relating to this role.

To ensure a smooth application process, please submit your CV through [this link] rather than via email.



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Job Category: Publishing & Content