Advanced Specialist, Partnership Management

This is a leadership position in our Go-to-Market Division, supporting the development, growth, and administration of large-scale assessment programs for clients. The role reports to a Lead, Partnership Management and operates in a hybrid remote/office format, with in-office activities required as needed in Pearson’s Hadley, MA office.

Responsibilities

• Bring knowledge of large-scale assessment and measurement to the design and implementation of tests and program activities, ensuring they meet professional standards and client needs.
• Manage components of large-scale assessment activities on assigned programs, including development, administration, and scoring.
• Oversee one or more programs under the direction of a Lead, Partnership Management to develop processes, procedures, and schedules for meeting project deliverables.
• Provide quality control for all products, processes, and project activities.
• Oversee the development of work plans and apply best practices in assessment development and administration to ensure high-quality products and services.
• Support the Lead, Partnership Management in developing, cultivating, and maintaining long-term collaborative relationships with client staff, key stakeholders, and strategic partners.
• Work closely with the Lead to ensure program activities align with Pearson’s goals, contract specifications, schedules, and budgets while exceeding customer satisfaction.
• Serve as an advisor and thought partner to clients and key stakeholders to bring existing and new products and services to market.
• Manage client expectations and maintain ongoing communications to keep clients informed and gather feedback on program development and administration.
• Provide leadership in support of the Lead, Partnership Management, including regular program status updates and participation in planning meetings.
• Represent both the client and corporate perspectives in decision-making.
• Participate in the development of proposals, contract amendments, subcontracts, and statements of work to ensure accuracy and timely completion.
• Apply knowledge of testing, measurement, and client needs to inform product and service development.

Requirements

• Advanced graduate degree with a concentration in policy, assessment, or measurement (education or related field).
• Experience in management related to large-scale testing, preferably in certification and licensing.
• Professional experience managing and supporting project and program contracts.
• 3+ years of experience in the educational testing and assessment industry (preferred).
• Excellent written and oral communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience directing staff activities in planning, organizing, scheduling, monitoring, and evaluating work.
• Experience in client relationship management and project management.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workloads and handle complex situations independently.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, assume ownership, and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytic capability and knowledge of education policies, issues, and programs.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as needed.

Pay

The minimum full-time salary range for this position is between $70,000 and $80,000, influenced by factors such as skill set, level of experience, and location. This position is also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program.

Benefits

Information on benefits offered is available here.