Psychometric & Standards Manager

Location: City of London and Remote Salary: £45,000 per annum Additional Benefits: 7.5% company pension contribution, £2,500 annual travel allowance, hybrid working arrangements, discretionary bonus. The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) are seeking an experienced psychometrician for their Global Learning team. This is a brand-new role, informing their approach to standard setting across their qualifications and to the review and monitoring of assessment outcomes and performance. The successful candidate will work across the organisation and with external stakeholders to support delivery of valid, reliable and fair qualifications. Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct item and test analysis, standard setting, item bank design and analysis and other psychometric activities.
2. Ensure accuracy of tests and test analysis.
3. Collaborate with content developers across the CISI to develop tests that are valid, reliable and fair.
4. Produce technical documents and reports on test performance across sessions and across time for Exam Boards and other committees and panels.
5. Develop, deliver and maintain a plan to ensure that test and examination services meet regulatory requirements and that they are defensible.
6. Provide internal and external training as required and contribute to internal and external understanding of the use and impact of psychometrics in assessment and standard setting.
7. Manage people and work through direct and/or matrix arrangements.
8. In addition, employees are required to carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required.

The following skills and experience are required:

1. A degree or equivalent in Mathematics, Statistics or another related subject.
2. Minimum 5 years of experience working in psychometrics, ideally in an educational institution, awarding organisation or similar.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, written and oral, with the ability to produce reports and deliver presentations to influence decision making.
4. Experience of managing people either in a line management or matrix structure
5. Project management skills.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
7. A passion for the development and delivery of valid, reliable and fair qualifications.
8. A clear communicator who is able to work across a range of teams working to different drivers.
9. A demonstrable understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance culture
10. Adaptable and resilient, able to thrive in a dynamic global commercial environment
11. Strong ethical standards and commitment to promoting integrity in financial services.
12. Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for professional development and industry advancement

Please also let us know in your application if you have experience of quality assurance systems and procedures. Competitive remuneration package details, which includes:

1. 7½% company pension contribution into a personal pension, in addition to your own contribution of 1½% via salary exchange
2. Life insurance and income protection insurance
3. A Wellness Allowance of up to £30 a month
4. 23 days full-time equivalent and additionally the Institute closes for three days between Christmas and New Year.
5. A travel allowance after passing probation which has a value of £2,500 per annum
6. Hybrid working arrangements.

Who are the CISI? The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) is the leading professional body for professionals in securities, investment, wealth, and financial planning. Established in 1992 by practitioners from the London Stock Exchange, CISI has expanded to a global community of over 40,000 members in 116 countries. The institute aims to promote high standards of competence and integrity within the financial services industry. CISI is the primary examining body for the sector, offering a range of internationally recognised exams. These qualifications cater to professionals at various stages of their careers, from entry-level to advanced practitioners, ensuring continuous professional development. The institute also provides members with access to a wealth of resources, including industry news, research, and networking opportunities. CISI’s mission is to champion lifelong learning and integrity, focusing on raising individual standards of knowledge, skills, and behaviour. By doing so, the institute seeks to enhance public trust and confidence in financial services. This commitment to excellence is reflected in the comprehensive support and guidance offered to its members, helping them stay abreast of industry developments and maintain the highest levels of professionalism.