Advanced Specialist, Partnership Management

The Advanced Specialist, Partnership Management is a leadership position in the Go-to-Market Division. The Advanced Specialist supports the development and administration of large-scale assessment programs for clients, working with internal departments to design and implement assessment products and services for assigned programs. This role reports to a Lead, Partnership Management and is primarily remote, with occasional travel as needed. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership Brings knowledge of large-scale assessment and measurement to the process of designing and implementing tests and program activities, ensuring they meet professional standards and client needs Manages components of large-scale assessment activities on assigned programs, including development, administration, and scoring Manages one or more programs under the direction of a Lead, Partnership Management to oversee the development of processes, procedures, and schedules for meeting project deliverables Provides quality control for all products, processes, and project activities Oversees the development of work plans Applies an understanding of best practices in assessment development and administration to ensure high quality products and services Client Relationship Management Supports the Lead, Partnership Management to develop, cultivate, and maintain long‑term collaborative relationships with client staff, key stakeholders, and strategic partners Works closely with the Lead, Partnership Management to ensure that program activities are carried out in accordance with Pearson’s goals and objectives, contract specifications, schedules, and budgets with quality service that meet or exceed customer satisfaction Under the direction of the Lead, Partnership Management serves as an advisor and thought partner to clients and key stakeholders on the design and implementation of assessment solutions Under the direction of the Lead, Partnership Management manages client expectations and maintains ongoing communications to keep client informed and obtain client feedback on all aspects of program development and administration Program Management Provides leadership in support of the Lead, Partnership Management Provides the Lead, Partnership Management regular program status updates Meets with Lead, Partnership Management and other colleagues on a regular basis to review program status and planning Represents both the client perspective and the corporate perspective in decision‑making May participate in the development of proposals, contract amendments, subcontracts, and statements of work to ensure that they are accurate and completed in a timely manner Brings knowledge of testing and measurement to the process of designing and implementing tests so that they meet professional standards and the needs of the client QUALIFICATIONS Education/Skills Advanced graduate degree with a concentration in policy, assessment, or measurement (in education or a related field) Experience in management in an area related to large‑scale testing, preferably in certification and licensing Professional experience managing and supporting project & program contracts 3 years of experience in the educational testing and assessment industry preferred Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, analytical and problem‑solving abilities, and facilitation skills Experience directing the activities of staff in planning, organizing, scheduling, monitoring, and evaluating work Experience in client relationship management and project management Experience organizing and prioritizing workloads and successfully handling complex situations Demonstration of a strong analytic capability and knowledge of education policies, issues, and programs Travel as needed up to 25% Compensation at Pearson The minimum full‑time salary range is between $70,000 - $80,000. This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, information on benefits offered. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E‑Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr