Pearson
Advanced Specialist, Customer Success, this role aligns to industry job titles such as Senior Contract Manager, Senior Programme Manager or Senior Account Manager Full/Part Time: Full time Location: Glasgow, UK (hybrid) Travel: Yes Job Description Role purpose Pearson Professional Assessments is seeking an experienced Advanced Specialist, Customer Success to directly support our clients in delivering high-stakes assessments. The role involves a mix of contract, account, and project management to ensure the successful delivery of Pearson Professional Assessments products and services in accordance with contractual timelines and obligations. This role is ideal for an experienced customer-facing professional who has delivered revenue-generating initiatives and operations, managed multiple client accounts, and is able to build strong client relationships. This is a senior role within the Customer Success team, operating as a trusted partner to clients and an internal leader across cross-functional teams. This role aligns to industry job titles such as Senior Contract Manager, Senior Programme Manager or Senior Account Manager Key responsibilities Act as the primary relationship owner for complex, strategic client accounts, building long-term partnerships grounded in trust and credibility. Working with clients and teams across Professional Assessments, lead the end-to-end readiness and delivery of high-stake assessments and initiatives, ensuring alignment to client objectives, timelines, and contractual commitments. Own and manage service performance against client contracts, KPIs, and SLAs, ensuring delivery meets agreed commercial and operational outcomes. Navigate and resolve complex client challenges, balancing requirements with scalable and sustainable solutions. Proactively identify risks, issues, and dependencies, and drive mitigation actions to protect delivery and customer outcomes. Influence stakeholders (internal and external) to drive alignment, decision-making, and momentum. Lead client-facing governance, including executive updates, account reviews, and stakeholder engagement. Contribute to continuous improvement of service delivery, products, and customer success practices. Responsible for commercial growth through identification of opportunities, contribution to bids/tenders, and expansion of existing accounts. Provide informal leadership, coaching, and guidance to junior team members where required. Skills, knowledge & experience Significant experience in client facing roles, for high-value and strategic accounts, with ideally at least 5 years' experience in contract and account management roles. Experience should include client retention responsibility and program/product expansion achievements. Strong commercial understanding, including contract management, SLAs, KPIs, and change control. Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders (internal and external). Knowledge and experience using project management tools and techniques. Proven ability to translate complex problems into structured, actionable solutions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels without direct authority. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Experience managing risks, issues, and delivery across scope, cost, quality, and timelines. Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making capabilities. Experience with the delivery of computer-based assessments and qualifications is preferred. Essential behaviours Customer Centricity-we prioritize solving customer problems and removing obstacles, guided by their needs. Our goal is to delight them with market-leading products and services, making our business easy to work with. We actively listen to understand their needs, ensuring we provide solutions that exceed expectations. Raising the Performance Bar-we are laser focused on achieving our goals and ambitious commitments with energy and pace. We seek feedback, share informed perspectives, and innovate thoughtfully, learning from both successes and failures. We set and uphold high standards and continually strive to exceed expectations, embracing improvement and growth. Exceptional Collaboration for Value-we prioritize collaboration to drive value for our customers, knowing it leads to better outcomes than individual achievements. We contribute by working together with trust and respect, embracing diverse views and communicating openly. By leveraging our collective expertise and breaking down silos, we solve problems and maximize the value we deliver to our customers. Our Leaders Inspire-leadership is everyone's responsibility. We bring clarity, energy and inspiring action. As leaders, we set the example by going the extra mile, fuelling momentum and growth. We act with integrity, holding ourselves accountable, and expect no less of others. Working arrangements We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working, to support work-life balance whilst meeting business and client needs. A commitment to peak time delivery is required to fulfil global client needs. Who we are: At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. 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 actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing . Job: Customer Success Job Family: GO_TO_MARKET Organization: Assessment & Qualifications Schedule: FULL_TIME Workplace Type: Hybrid Req ID: 25736
Advanced Specialist, Customer Success, this role aligns to industry job titles such as Senior Contract Manager, Senior Programme Manager or Senior Account Manager Full/Part Time: Full time Location: Glasgow, UK (hybrid) Travel: Yes Job Description Role purpose Pearson Professional Assessments is seeking an experienced Advanced Specialist, Customer Success to directly support our clients in delivering high-stakes assessments. The role involves a mix of contract, account, and project management to ensure the successful delivery of Pearson Professional Assessments products and services in accordance with contractual timelines and obligations. This role is ideal for an experienced customer-facing professional who has delivered revenue-generating initiatives and operations, managed multiple client accounts, and is able to build strong client relationships. This is a senior role within the Customer Success team, operating as a trusted partner to clients and an internal leader across cross-functional teams. This role aligns to industry job titles such as Senior Contract Manager, Senior Programme Manager or Senior Account Manager Key responsibilities Act as the primary relationship owner for complex, strategic client accounts, building long-term partnerships grounded in trust and credibility. Working with clients and teams across Professional Assessments, lead the end-to-end readiness and delivery of high-stake assessments and initiatives, ensuring alignment to client objectives, timelines, and contractual commitments. Own and manage service performance against client contracts, KPIs, and SLAs, ensuring delivery meets agreed commercial and operational outcomes. Navigate and resolve complex client challenges, balancing requirements with scalable and sustainable solutions. Proactively identify risks, issues, and dependencies, and drive mitigation actions to protect delivery and customer outcomes. Influence stakeholders (internal and external) to drive alignment, decision-making, and momentum. Lead client-facing governance, including executive updates, account reviews, and stakeholder engagement. Contribute to continuous improvement of service delivery, products, and customer success practices. Responsible for commercial growth through identification of opportunities, contribution to bids/tenders, and expansion of existing accounts. Provide informal leadership, coaching, and guidance to junior team members where required. Skills, knowledge & experience Significant experience in client facing roles, for high-value and strategic accounts, with ideally at least 5 years' experience in contract and account management roles. Experience should include client retention responsibility and program/product expansion achievements. Strong commercial understanding, including contract management, SLAs, KPIs, and change control. Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders (internal and external). Knowledge and experience using project management tools and techniques. Proven ability to translate complex problems into structured, actionable solutions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels without direct authority. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Experience managing risks, issues, and delivery across scope, cost, quality, and timelines. Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making capabilities. Experience with the delivery of computer-based assessments and qualifications is preferred. Essential behaviours Customer Centricity-we prioritize solving customer problems and removing obstacles, guided by their needs. Our goal is to delight them with market-leading products and services, making our business easy to work with. We actively listen to understand their needs, ensuring we provide solutions that exceed expectations. Raising the Performance Bar-we are laser focused on achieving our goals and ambitious commitments with energy and pace. We seek feedback, share informed perspectives, and innovate thoughtfully, learning from both successes and failures. We set and uphold high standards and continually strive to exceed expectations, embracing improvement and growth. Exceptional Collaboration for Value-we prioritize collaboration to drive value for our customers, knowing it leads to better outcomes than individual achievements. We contribute by working together with trust and respect, embracing diverse views and communicating openly. By leveraging our collective expertise and breaking down silos, we solve problems and maximize the value we deliver to our customers. Our Leaders Inspire-leadership is everyone's responsibility. We bring clarity, energy and inspiring action. As leaders, we set the example by going the extra mile, fuelling momentum and growth. We act with integrity, holding ourselves accountable, and expect no less of others. Working arrangements We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working, to support work-life balance whilst meeting business and client needs. A commitment to peak time delivery is required to fulfil global client needs. Who we are: At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. 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 actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing . Job: Customer Success Job Family: GO_TO_MARKET Organization: Assessment & Qualifications Schedule: FULL_TIME Workplace Type: Hybrid Req ID: 25736
Pearson
Forres, Moray
Functional Skills Tutor (Zero Hours-Kinloss) Locations: Kinloss, Forres, Scotland (Onsite) Working Pattern: Zero-hours contract (daytime and evening delivery) About the Role We're looking for a passionate Functional Skills Tutor to support learners within a unique military training environment. You'll help apprentices build essential Maths and English skills that directly support their success-both in their programmes and beyond. This is a zero-hours role, offering flexibility based on learner demand varied delivery across different sites and programmes, with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on learner confidence, progression, and achievement. What You'll Be Doing You'll deliver high-quality Functional Skills teaching and provide tailored support to ensure learners stay engaged and successfully complete their qualifications. Key responsibilities Deliver engaging Maths and English Functional Skills sessions (Levels 1-2), both onsite and remotely Support and motivate learners to achieve their qualifications on time Conduct Speaking and Listening assessments in line with awarding body requirements Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learner needs You'll also Develop lesson plans, schemes of work, and differentiated learning resources Maintain accurate learner records, including e-portfolios and progress tracking Provide data and updates to support quality assurance and reporting Participate in team meetings, standardisation, and CPD activities What We're Looking For Essential A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PTLLS, CTLLS, Cert Ed, PGCE, DTLLS) Minimum Level 2 qualification in English and Maths Experience delivering Functional Skills English up to Level 2 Experience delivering both face-to-face and remote learning You'll be successful if you Are learner-focused and passionate about supporting adult learners Build strong rapport and communicate effectively Are adaptable, organised, and comfortable working across multiple locations Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle (mileage provided) What you'll get Flexible, zero-hours working arrangements depending on learners demand. 25 days' annual leave + service-related leave (pro rata) Aviva pension scheme Life assurance, private medical and dental options, plus free eye tests Employee wellbeing programme Cycle to Work scheme, volunteering days, and retail discounts Opportunity to work across a variety of Pearson TQ programmes Our Working Environment This role operates within a military training setting, requiring flexibility in delivery locations and schedules. Delivery typically includes: Evening sessions (18:00-20:00) Daytime delivery (08:00-17:00), depending on programme needs Pearson TQ is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check Who we are: At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. 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 actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing .
Functional Skills Tutor (Zero Hours-Kinloss) Locations: Kinloss, Forres, Scotland (Onsite) Working Pattern: Zero-hours contract (daytime and evening delivery) About the Role We're looking for a passionate Functional Skills Tutor to support learners within a unique military training environment. You'll help apprentices build essential Maths and English skills that directly support their success-both in their programmes and beyond. This is a zero-hours role, offering flexibility based on learner demand varied delivery across different sites and programmes, with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on learner confidence, progression, and achievement. What You'll Be Doing You'll deliver high-quality Functional Skills teaching and provide tailored support to ensure learners stay engaged and successfully complete their qualifications. Key responsibilities Deliver engaging Maths and English Functional Skills sessions (Levels 1-2), both onsite and remotely Support and motivate learners to achieve their qualifications on time Conduct Speaking and Listening assessments in line with awarding body requirements Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learner needs You'll also Develop lesson plans, schemes of work, and differentiated learning resources Maintain accurate learner records, including e-portfolios and progress tracking Provide data and updates to support quality assurance and reporting Participate in team meetings, standardisation, and CPD activities What We're Looking For Essential A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PTLLS, CTLLS, Cert Ed, PGCE, DTLLS) Minimum Level 2 qualification in English and Maths Experience delivering Functional Skills English up to Level 2 Experience delivering both face-to-face and remote learning You'll be successful if you Are learner-focused and passionate about supporting adult learners Build strong rapport and communicate effectively Are adaptable, organised, and comfortable working across multiple locations Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle (mileage provided) What you'll get Flexible, zero-hours working arrangements depending on learners demand. 25 days' annual leave + service-related leave (pro rata) Aviva pension scheme Life assurance, private medical and dental options, plus free eye tests Employee wellbeing programme Cycle to Work scheme, volunteering days, and retail discounts Opportunity to work across a variety of Pearson TQ programmes Our Working Environment This role operates within a military training setting, requiring flexibility in delivery locations and schedules. Delivery typically includes: Evening sessions (18:00-20:00) Daytime delivery (08:00-17:00), depending on programme needs Pearson TQ is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check Who we are: At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. 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 actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing .
