Partnerships & Program Delivery Specialist

Pearson; Topeka (KS); Remote; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Work-life balance

Job summary

Pearson is seeking a Specialist, Partnership Management to support School Assessment, delivering programs with internal teams, customers, vendors, and subcontractors. You will coordinate scope, schedule, and deliverables in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong relationships.

You will manage project life cycles, write statements of work, monitor risks, and provide regular program updates. Travel may be required; a strong customer service mindset and MS Office proficiency are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate experience.
• 2–3 years of experience in a project management role.
• PMP certification or PMI knowledge preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with internal resources and external customers.
• Provide outstanding customer service and respond promptly to questions and requests.
• Coordinate day-to-day execution as the point of contact for customers and teams.
• Manage project life cycle: initiate, plan, execute, control, close.
• Maintain project plans, requirements, schedules, and deliverables.
• Identify risks, track changes, and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare internal/external reports on status, risks and issues.
• Support SOWs and contract administration; monitor budget and margins.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Time management

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Pearson is seeking a Specialist, Partnership Management to support School Assessment, delivering programs with internal teams, customers, vendors, and subcontractors. You will coordinate scope, schedule, and deliverables in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong relationships.

You will manage project life cycles, write statements of work, monitor risks, and provide regular program updates. Travel may be required; a strong customer service mindset and MS Office proficiency are