Country Day School. A Nord Anglia Education School
Group Head of Product and Technology
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Job Posting Date: 3 Jul 2026
Location:
London, GB
Job ID: 9674
School: Group Central Support United Kingdom Office
Company: Nord Anglia Education
London is our global headquarters where 220 colleagues across Finance, Risk, Corporate Development, Legal, HR, MAC and Education drive the success of our 90+ schools in 35+ countries. By joining our fast paced and innovative organisation, you will be regularly liaising with our global team-mates from the Philippines to Peru, from Beijing to Boston and beyond.
If you have a global mindset, enjoy thinking outside the box and are prepared to go above and beyond to find solutions, then a career at Nord Anglia is for you.
Group Head of Product and Technology - 1 year fixed-term contract
The Interim Group Head of Product and Technology will lead the strategic development and execution of product and technology initiatives within the IT team in Nord Anglia Education. This role involves overseeing the integration of technology solutions to enhance business performance and drive innovation across the organisation. Based at the London Headquarter Office, this position requires a forward-thinking leader committed to fostering collaboration across departments while ensuring technology aligns with the Group’s objectives.
Offering a 1 year fixed-term contract.
In this interim capacity, the role will encompass managing teams, shaping product roadmaps, and ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects. The individual will play a critical role in partnering with stakeholders to identify business needs and translate these into scalable, efficient technology and product offerings.
The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership and technical acumen combined with strong business insight. Essential skills and abilities include:
- Strategic Leadership: Proven experience in leading diverse product and technology teams, with the ability to inspire and drive high performance in a dynamic environment.
- Product Management Expertise: Deep understanding of product lifecycle management, from ideation through to delivery and iteration, ensuring market and customer needs are met.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong background in IT and technology platforms, including knowledge of software development lifecycles, cloud technologies, and digital transformation initiatives.
- Stakeholder Management: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
- Change Management: Experience in managing change effectively within organisations, helping teams adapt to evolving technologies and business practices.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex data and metrics to inform decision-making and strategy development.
- Project Delivery: Demonstrated track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.
- Innovative Mindset: A forward-thinking approach to identifying opportunities for technology-driven innovation aligned with business objectives.
- Inclusive Leadership: Commitment to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace culture where all team members are empowered to contribute fully.
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Qualifications
Significant experience in senior product and technology roles, preferably within education or similar sectors. A relevant degree or professional certification in technology or business management is advantageous. The candidate must be adaptable, resilient, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
About Us
Nord Anglia Education is the world’s leading international schools organisation. Our 90+ international schools are located in the Americas, Europe, China, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Together, they educate more than 100,000 students from kindergarten through to the end of secondary education. We are driven by one unifying philosophy: we are ambitious for our students, our people and our family of schools.
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Our exclusive collaborations with prestigious institutions such as UNICEF, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), IMG Academy and the world-leading performing arts school Juilliard mean we’re at the forefront of educational thinking, while creating life-changing experiences for students.
By joining Nord Anglia Education you will become part of a committed and innovative team. As a member of the world’s leading premium schools group you will be joining an active network of like-minded people across the world.
We encourage individuals to join us with our “Create your Future” mindset – we will provide you with a range of experiences and opportunities to enhance your skillset and you will be given the autonomy to grow your career.
To Apply
On-line applications need to be directly through the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a CV.
At Nord Anglia Education, we are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. In our schools and offices around the world, we treat all colleagues fairly based on their skills and qualifications, without discrimination.
We value individuals from all backgrounds, including those with different abilities and neurodivergent conditions, as well as those who identify with protected characteristics.
We recruit in line with our EmpowerUs Behaviours Framework: Communicate with Impact, Collaborate with Empathy, Make Considered Decisions, Embrace Change and Drive Growth.
Nord Anglia Education is committed to ensuring the highest possible safeguarding standards in our schools and we expect every employee to share this commitment.
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