Subject Matter Expert (QD) for LCCI Level 2 in Retail Banking

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Closing date:31 March 2019 at midday 

Pearson is recruiting a Subject Matter Expert for Qualification Development for LCCI Level 2 Retail Banking

An external Subject Matter Expert provides up-to-date sector or subject specific expertise that feeds into the development of the given qualification(s). The Subject Matter Expert must have current sector/subject knowledge and/or experience relevant to the qualification(s) in question.

ROLE SUMMARY:

An external Subject Matter Expert provides up-to-date sector or subject specific expertise that feeds into the development of the given qualification(s). The Subject Matter Expert must have current sector/subject knowledge and/or experience relevant to the qualification(s) in question.

This qualification will give learners an understanding of the retail banking environment and knowledge of common practices found in a Retail Banking role. A key elements of the qualification will be to ensure that learners understand the importance of attracting new business by building trust with individuals and organisations and how to carry out their role in a highly regulated environment.

 

Skills highlighted by employers and centres are:

·  Knowledge of retail banking practices

·  External retail banking environment

·  Financial technology (Fintech)

·  Customer service and building trust

·  Principles of lending

·  Relationship/people management skills

·  Marketing and selling skills within a banking environment

·  Manage transactions such as deposits and withdrawals and writing cashier checks or money orders. 

ESSENTIAL:

  • Current sector experience/applied subject knowledge with at least two years experience

  • Good communication skills; good standard of written English and ability to offer constructive feedback clearly and concisely

  • Confident use of IT and word processing

  • Ability to follow a brief and meet deadlines

  • Flexibility to adapt to changing guidelines and attend training as required


DESIRABLE:

  • Educated to a level 4 standard (HNC/1st year degree) or above with relevant qualifications for the particular sector/subject area, or substantial vocational experience (at least 3 years)

  • Knowledge and experience of conducting and/or writing assessment within the subject area (as a teacher/tutor or within an educational environment) or experience in assessing/verifying/delivering training for qualifications

  • Knowledge and experience of the educational context either through teaching/training, a suitable educational qualification or awarding organisation experience


RESPONSIBILITIES/TYPICAL TASKS:

  • Working alongside wider qualification development team including expert writers

  • Commenting on the appropriateness of sector/subject content within the qualification(s)/unit(s)

  • Contributing to scoping activities to determine the appropriateness of the proposed qualification(s)

  • Reviewing qualification subject/sector content and sample assessment materials appropriate for the subject/sector.


TYPICAL WORK HOURS:

Typically 3-5 days’ work when on a project. Work required may differ for certain projects.

Application Information

We have a number of opportunities available for teaching professionals to join our growing teams of examiners, moderators and verifiers.