About Oxford Royale
Oxford Royale is a global leader in elite summer schools, offering young people unparalleled educational and cultural experiences, opening doors to a world of opportunity beyond the classroom.
Job Description
We are seeking an innovative New Products Coordinator to drive the development of cutting-edge educational products and experiences. This role sits at the heart of our growth strategy, focusing on creating new offerings that enhance our summer school business, including tailored parent packages, premium enrichment experiences, adult programmes, and strategic initiatives that complement our core two-week residential academic programmes.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Product Development
* Research and identify new product opportunities through market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and trend identification
* Develop comprehensive business cases, including market sizing, pricing strategies, and revenue projections
* Create detailed product specifications and implementation roadmaps from concept to launch
* Critically assess and evaluate recommendations from internal stakeholders and external consultants
Cross-Departmental Coordination
* Act as central liaison between Academic, Operations, Marketing, Sales, and Finance departments
* Facilitate cross-functional meetings to align product development with organisational capabilities
* Coordinate with Director of Summer Operations to integrate new products with existing infrastructure
* Build consensus on product priorities, resource allocation, and implementation timelines
Budget Management and Financial Oversight
* Manage product development budgets, tracking expenditure and identifying cost optimisation opportunities
* Prepare financial forecasts including investment requirements and expected returns
* Monitor product performance against targets and recommend pricing/positioning adjustments
* Collaborate with Finance to establish cost structures and pricing models
Project Management and Implementation
* Lead end-to-end project management for new product launches within budget and quality parameters
* Develop comprehensive project documentation, including timelines, risk registers, and communication plans
* Coordinate pilot programmes and testing phases, gathering feedback and iterating on design
* Oversee creation of operational procedures, training materials, and quality standards
Market Research and Innovation
* Conduct independent research into emerging trends in international education and premium experiences
* Analyse customer feedback and market data to identify unmet needs and opportunities
* Maintain awareness of competitor offerings and industry best practices globally
* Develop partnerships with external providers, venues, and experts
Person Specification
Essential Requirements
* Proven track record of successfully launching new products from concept to market
* Demonstrated budget management and financial analysis experience
* Excellent project management skills, managing multiple complex initiatives
* Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across all levels
* Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for data-driven recommendations
* Self-sufficient researcher able to independently identify opportunities and develop proposals
* Proficiency in project management tools
Desirable Qualifications
* Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience
* Experience in international education, summer school, or youth travel sectors
* Experience with international operations or multicultural environments
* Understanding of safeguarding requirements in educational settings
* Additional languages
Position Details
* Hours: 40 hours per week with hybrid working options as per company policy
* Salary: £30,000 depending on experience
* Role: Permanent
* Location: Based at our Oxford office, with hybrid working options available upon agreement with HR
* Holiday Entitlement: 32 days annual leave, inclusive of public and bank holidays
* Benefits include:
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o Participation in a discretionary annual bonus scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Team-building and social events
* Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
* Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
More About Oxford Royale
Our unique educational model is all about partnership. Every student has unique skills, strengths, and dreams – our role is to mentor and guide them, to introduce and explore new concepts, and to help them realise their true potential.
Oxford Royale was founded 20 years ago, with a vision to offer young people a broader and richer learning experience, and to drive their success in paths that they may not even have considered. Over the last 20 years, Oxford Royale has welcomed more than 30,000 students from over 175 nations and has become a three-time winner of the Queen's Award for Enterprise, winner of the King's Award for Enterprise and a five-time winner of the BETA Award for best educational product.
Students can choose courses, all designed to help them gain confidence, experience, and a competitive edge. They can experience life in an Oxford or Cambridge University college or on campus at Ivy League institution. They visit some of the most heritage-rich locations in the United Kingdom and the United States of America, taste a degree in medicine, build robots, or explore philosophy, whilst always working with peers from around the globe.
We have built an outstanding, talented team of sales executives, admissions executives, teachers, counsellors, and operations managers, who all share our vision to inspire young people to reach their potential. Over many years, our approach has been proven to motivate young people to achieve more than they ever believed possible.
If you share our passion, apply to join the team
Visit our website to find out more about Oxford Royale.
At Oxford Royale, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all. We believe in building a community that reflects the diversity of the students we serve and are dedicated to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Our goal is to cultivate a workplace where everyone feels valued and can contribute fully, regardless of background, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, ethnicity, or perspective. By embracing different experiences and viewpoints, we can achieve more together and deliver the best possible experiences for our students and staff. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Oxford Royale is equally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and we expect all staff to share in this commitment. To uphold these standards, we conduct enhanced disclosure checks for all roles.