Growth Services Program Manager

Our Organization Pearson is a global education company that helps people around the world to make progress in their lives through learning.
With a rich heritage that combines 150 years of experience in publishing with the latest learning technology and digital services, we help people to learn whatever, wherever and however they choose.
We are now transforming Pearson to accelerate our activity in digital learning, education services and emerging markets.
This will enable us to make a lasting impact in helping to solve some of the most important challenges in global education.
Your Opportunity The Growth Services Program Manager is responsible for the successful implementation and maintenance of client programs.
The Growth Services Program Manager serves as the principal communication channel between the client and the Growth Services team and ensures client satisfaction with delivered services.
The Client Program Manager develops and maintains complete, up-to-date documentation, including project plans, scope of work, and business rules and ensures that the various departments involved fulfill their commitments and maintain adequate service level agreements relative to timelines, quality standards and budget.
Account Management Maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring client satisfaction with delivered services Maintains working relationship with internal teams, including Growth Services Operations, Finance, Software Development, Customer Services, and others.
Customer Satisfaction Fulfillment of Contract Obligations - Manage all aspects of contract fulfillment including successful contract implementation and continued compliance with contracted service standards Optimization of internal resources – saying “no” to customers Launching New Clients Organize requirements meetings Coordinate gap resolutions Manage implementation schedule Frequent client face time Required Education & Experience BS or BA or equivalent experience 3+ years of experience in project management, business development, account management or related area Ability to travel up to 15% PMI certification is a plus Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong Customer Service focus including experience in balancing the needs of internal and external clients Outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Must possess leadership, problem-solving, time-management, planning and project-management skills Experience managing professional services contracts Influencing others/relationship building Salary This position offers an annual salary between $80-000 to $95,000 depending on experience.
What to expect from Pearson Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022? At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine.
We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact.
We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets.
To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education.
Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer.
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