Business Area overview:

Do you have an interest in Professional Development? Are you curious about how we upskill and support our customers through continual professional development ensuring they are equipped to deliver Vocational Qualifications?

Sitting within the Vocational Qualifications division of workforce kills, the Business Development United Kingdom and International Professional Development Team is responsible for the development and delivery Teacher related Professional Development training for the BTEC International qualifications Levels 1-3, BTEC Foundation Diploma, BTEC Specialist and Professional Qualifications Levels 1-7, BTEC Higher Nationals (United Kingdom and internationally).

In addition to our qualification’s teacher training, the team work to develop and rollout commercial PD (Professional Development) related projects with recent examples including the Amazon Web-based Services bootcamp, an Early Years Teacher Training programme in China, and a Vocational TVET (Technical Vocational Education and Training) solution to an education group.

HE&I Professional Development Analyst

Reporting to the Senior Professional development Manager – Higher Education and International, the Professional Development Analyst – Higher Education and International will work with the internal professional development team on PD solutions in addition to working closely with our coordination team training from Pearson on our qualifications programme. Responsible for a range of activities referenced under key accountabilities this role will work to collate information linked to the Programme needs and set-up, manage queries from both internal colleagues and external customers, and act as a key point for PD operations.

Key accountabilities:

Programme Management

Assisting in the development and delivery of qualifications training, as well as the roll out of commercial projects

Coordinating the periodic review of content, including identifying and managing risks

Reviewing feedback and following up on actions

Engaging in marketing activities to promote BDUKI (Business Development United Kingdom & International) training offer

Identifying new training opportunities

Assist in the management of asynchronous programme, assisting in customer queries and order requests

Monitor Professional Development Trends, developments, and best practices

Performance Management

Assist in the performance management and quality assurance of our training provision

Auditing training sessions, identifying points for improvement/action considering Pearson’s regulatory requirements

Stakeholder Management

Liaising with key external and internal stakeholders regarding training operations and planning

Carrying out the administrative elements of the QA (Quality Assure) and assessment processes preparing accurate minutes of meeting and follow up actions 

Supplier Management

Liaise with vendors on content production review and sign-off content produced

Process any supplier related purchase orders or Invoice requests

Distribute digital badges using Credly platform

Key Challenges of role:

Working to tight deadlines

Attention to detail required even with repetitive tasks

Flexibility of working patterns during peak period

Reacting positively to change

Adapting to the unforeseen challenges

Simultaneously managing different tasks at peak periods.

Essential experience for the role:

Previous event coordination experience  

Excellent attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Problem solving skills – ability to think quickly and resolve issues should they arise

Ability to work independently, as well as under supervision

Ability to work collaboratively within a team

A proficient level of written English and excellent proofreading skills

Ability to plan and manage time effectively

Desirable experience for the role:

Experience working in a training department 

Experience working in education 

Good computer and database skills, ideally Microsoft office packages 

Customer engagement skills  

Experience of working in a large multinational organization 

Candidate profile:

Personal Style and Behaviour

You will be accurate, flexible and responsive; hard working, organised, enthusiastic; and able to juggle multiple priorities. You will feel confident managing your own workload whilst working as part of a team, and be capable of learning quickly and tackling any challenge with energy and commitment. You will be able to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.

What to expect from Pearson

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We value the power of an inclusive culture and also 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 building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All 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 strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

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Job: PRODUCT MANAGEMENT

Organization: Workforce Skills

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Workplace Type: Remote

Req ID: 15511