Stakeholder Relations & Partnerships Manager

Job Description

About English Language LearningIn the English Language Learning (ELL) business unit, we aspire to become the worlds leading destination to learn and improve English language skills. Our main focus is on committed learners from around the world, who are motivated by outcomes because theywant to reach their full potential through learning English.About the roleAs the Stakeholder Relations and Partnerships Manager, you will work within the central ELL Sales team within the English Language Learning business, with a key focus on the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic suite of tests. As we continue to expandour Language Testing services significantly over the next 5 years, you will play a key part in shaping and executing the strategic priorities of our business. The role has an international outlook, dealing with both internal and external stakeholders acrossthe world.High Level Responsibilities

• Defining the strategy for PTE Partners (B2B partners) and associated programs
• Managing the PTE Partner operational processes in support of the regions
• Contributing to the future development needs for the PTE Partner platform, coordinating requirements from the regions
• Developing Partner marketing plans and working with Marketing to implement
• Representing global and regional requirements in go-to-market product enhancements or new products
• Management of global agent partnerships
• Establish and maintain appropriate partnerships to support growth of PTE in each geo
• Support the assessment, scoping and delivery of ad-hoc or discrete projects and opportunities which require expert input.
• Identify and develop opportunities for PTE that have global impacts
• Utilising product and operational expertise to advise and support regions in the characteristics of the product, the PTE operating model and its operationalisation
• Maintaining an in depth and up to date understanding of market and competitor activities and dynamics, ensuring key information is systematically shared with the wider team and geographies
• Representing English Language Learning as the developers of PTE Academic at key conferences and where regions the need for expert support in their engagement with key stakeholders.

About you

• Ability to work comfortably with budget, revenue and cost figures
• Project management capability
• Experience in international higher education in a sales consultancy or operational capacity
• Demonstrable experience in a similar or complementary roleessential
• Experience in language assessment
• Marketing experience - desired
• Knowledge of international migration
• Degree qualified
• Personal profile
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to communicate (oral and written) with internal and external stakeholders at varying levels of seniority
• Commitment to a collaborative working environment
• Comfortable with a matrix organisational

About your benefits and rewardsHere at Pearson, we offer a great package and a fantastic range of benefits for you to choose from, these include:

• Flexible working! This role offers a remote / hybrid working. However, even if remote, there is still an expectation to travel into London once or twice per month.
• 25 Days annual leave (increases by 1 each year with every year of continuous service up to 30 days) and the option to buy & sell annual leave (up to 5 days per year)
• A fantastic private Pension plan scheme
• Private medical and dental care insurance options (free eye test options);
• And much more including volunteering days, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, discounted products and services from leading UK retail companies.....

#LI-POST#Li-PostLearning is the most powerful force for change in the world. More than 20,000 Pearson employees deliver our products and services in nearly 200 countries, all working towards a common purposeto help everyone achieve their potential through learning. Wedo that by providing high quality, digital content and learning experiences, as well as assessments and qualifications that help people build their skills and grow with the world around them. We are the worlds leading learning company. Learn more at pearsonplc.com.Pearson believes that wherever learning flourishes, so do people. We are committed to being an anti-racistcompany in everything we do. We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced,opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm, and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work.People are at the center, and we are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace where talent can learn, grow, and thrive.To learn more about Pearsons commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, please click here: http://careers/diversity-and-inclusion.htmlPearson is an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate against employees or job applicants and select the best person for each job based on relevant skills and experience.We are also committed to building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce and encouraging equality and diversity.The information you provide will stay confidential, and be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.Job: SALESOrganization: English Language LearningSchedule: FULL_TIMEReq ID: 7668