AI Leadership Programme Marker (Contract, PHD Level)

peopleworth; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An education organization in the United Kingdom is hiring for the AI Leadership Programme Marker role, responsible for assessing postgraduate-level learner assignments and providing constructive feedback. The position involves remote work during marking periods with opportunities for growth in a collaborative performance culture. Applicants should have experience in marking assessments, a strong understanding of leadership in AI contexts, and a completed or in-progress doctoral degree.

Benefits

Collaborative, people-centred performance culture

Opportunities to grow in a fast-paced environment

Flexible, remote-based working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in marking assessments at postgraduate level.
• Strong understanding of leadership and AI-related subjects.
• Completed or in-progress doctoral qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assess learner project submissions against criteria and rubrics.
• Provide constructive feedback on assessments.
• Collaborate to ensure marking consistency across cohorts.

Skills

Marking assessments at postgraduate level

Understanding of leadership and AI-related topics

Excellent written communication skills

Emotional intelligence

Confidence with online learning platforms

Education

Doctoral level qualification

Job description

Role Overview

The AI Leadership Programme Marker supports the delivery of a postgraduate-level professional learning programme by assessing learner assignments and providing high-quality, developmental feedback. Working remotely during defined marking periods, this role plays a critical part in ensuring consistent academic standards, timely assessment, and positive learner progression across the programme lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess learner project submissions against defined criteria and marking rubrics
• Provide clear, constructive, and developmental written feedback on all assigned assessments
• Apply consistent grading standards aligned with programme calibration and moderation guidelines
• Collaborate with tutors and delivery team members to support marking consistency across cohorts
• Participate in calibration and moderation activities as required during each marking period
• Manage allocated marking workloads to meet agreed turnaround times and deadlines
• Work collaboratively with learner support teams to ensure feedback enables learner progression
• Maintain accurate records of assessment outcomes in relevant learning systems

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience marking assessments at postgraduate level
• Strong understanding of leadership, strategy, or technology-related subject matter, with relevance to AI-enabled contexts
• Doctoral level qualification completed or currently in progress
• Ability to apply assessment rubrics objectively and consistently
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
• High levels of emotional intelligence and openness to feedback
• Confidence using online learning platforms and digital assessment tools
• Demonstrated interest in the future of artificial intelligence and leadership development

Benefits

• Collaborative, people-centred performance culture
• Opportunities to grow in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible, remote-based working during defined marking periods

Our Recruitment Process

• Application Submission: Complete the online form and answer brief application questions.
• Initial Screening: Your application is reviewed for role alignment; successful candidates move to the longlist.
• Video Interview Stage: You'll be invited to record short responses to 3 to 4 role-specific questions.
• Live Interviews: Shortlisted candidates join first-round interviews and, where applicable, additional stages depending on the role.
• Final Shortlist and Verification: Reference and background checks are completed.
• Offer and Contracting: Successful candidates receive formal offers and contract documents.
• Pre-boarding and Onboarding: Once accepted, you'll complete a pre-boarding process before officially joining your employing organization within the Employer Group.

Throughout every stage, we value clear communication, respectful engagement, and timely feedback.