Strategic Advisor, K–12 Assessments

Pearson; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Strategic Advisor for K–12 Assessments, a role crucial for driving growth and market expansion. This position requires a high-impact consultant to deliver insights and strategic direction while collaborating with executive leadership. The advisor will manage key accounts and ensure customer satisfaction, all while fostering a collaborative environment. If you have a passion for education and a proven track record in account management, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in assessment or account management; 10+ years of people management experience.
• Strong analytical, financial, and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with PVP to identify competitive differentiators for growth strategies.
• Advise on bid strategies and enhance positioning in the assessment landscape.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Financial Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Planning Skills

Education

B.A.

MBA

PMP

PhD

Ed.D.

Tools

OneCRM

Microsoft Office

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Summary of Position

The Strategic Advisor, K–12 Assessments, serves as a high-impact consultant and business strategist, accelerating growth within priority accounts by delivering market-backed insights, competitive intelligence, program management, and strategic direction. This leader reports directly to the Portfolio Vice President (PVP) and collaborates closely to shape and execute go-to-market strategies, focusing on non-incumbent accounts and high-potential opportunities. The advisor will be a key voice at the executive leadership table by offering insights on market complexities and transforming data into clear, actionable recommendations to strengthen the pipeline and accelerate long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with PVP to identify and leverage competitive differentiators shaping pursuit strategies for growth and market expansion.
• Advise executive leadership on bid strategies, providing insights into the assessment landscape to enhance Pearson’s positioning.
• Lead the development of the School Assessment marketing approach, aligning with Pearson’s broader marketing vision.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with internal teams and external customers.
• Drive growth strategy for program accounts, including scope expansion, renewals, and new product/services.
• Manage assigned accounts, including scope, schedule, risks, financials, and customer satisfaction.
• Prepare and present reports on program status and risks.
• Lead continuous process improvements and automation efforts.
• Support cross-functional planning and deliverables.
• Serve as escalation point for delivery issues and staffing concerns.

People Management & Development

Engage with team members, provide leadership, mentorship, and foster a collaborative environment.

Financial Management

Support program financials to meet revenue and margin goals, including scope change pricing.

Qualifications

• B.A. required; MBA, PMP, PhD, or Ed.D. preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in assessment or account management; 10+ years of people management experience.
• Strong analytical, financial, and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in OneCRM and Microsoft Office.

Additional Information

This position is eligible for a variable compensation schedule and is SIP eligible. The salary range is $120,000–$130,000, depending on experience and location.

About Pearson

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