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Higher Education Special Market Sales Representative (Advanced Associate)

Pearson plc is a leading global education company that provides a wide range of learning materials and educational services to help learners and educators succeed.

Pearson

Employee count: 1001-5000

Salary: 45k-60k USD

United States only

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This role partners with faculty, administrators, and campus stakeholders to identify customer needs, drive courseware and program adoption decisions, and deliver innovative digital, print, and service solutions that improve learner outcomes, expand affordability, and support institutional success.

This role is ideal for someone who is eager to build a career in consultative sales and education technology. The successful candidate will bring strong communication skills, curiosity, and a proactive approach to learning. You will be expected to manage your daily workflow independently, contribute to team goals, and continuously develop your sales and industry expertise.

This is a primarily remote/home-based inside sales role with limited travel, including occasional campus visits and national meetings. Relocation is not available for this position.

What You’ll Do

Drive Sales Growth

  • Meet or exceed territory revenue and subscription targets by expanding adoption of Pearson’s digital, print, and service solutions across assigned accounts

  • Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of competitive opportunities using market intelligence, customer insights, and disciplined sales execution

  • Accelerate the adoption of subscription-based and Inclusive Access solutions that improve student affordability and access

  • Execute key selling cycles, including back-to-school campaigns, to increase student engagement and drive market share growth

Build Customer Relationships

  • Develop trusted relationships with faculty, department leaders, and institutional stakeholders by understanding their instructional goals and challenges

  • Engage customers through virtual meetings, phone, and email using consultative selling techniques to uncover needs and recommend tailored solutions

  • Deliver presentations, product demonstrations, and student-facing technology training that support successful adoption

  • Collaborate with campus bookstores and administrators to maximize sell-through and implementation success

Execute with Discipline and Collaboration

  • Partner closely with Account Executives, Customer Success, subject matter experts, and operations teams to support program-wide and institution-wide opportunities

  • Maintain accurate pipeline management and forecasting in Salesforce (OneCRM)

  • Develop territory and adoption-level plans to prioritize opportunities and maximize results

  • Stay current on Pearson’s products, platforms, capabilities, and higher education market trends

  • Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive team environment by sharing insights and supporting continuous learning

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role will be measured by:

  • Achievement of territory revenue and subscription targets

  • Development and conversion of a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities

  • Growth in market share and adoption of Inclusive Access and subscription solutions

  • Consistent pipeline discipline and sales execution

  • Strong customer relationships and cross-functional collaboration

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience

  • 1–2 years of sales, customer-facing, or related professional experience; higher education or education technology experience is a plus

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage priorities, and follow through on commitments

  • Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills

  • Curiosity and willingness to learn consultative selling techniques and industry knowledge

  • High level of initiative, accountability, and attention to detail

  • Strong analytical and technology skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, CRM systems, virtual presentation platforms, and related business tools, including generative AI

  • Proven ability to adapt, solve problems, and contribute to team success in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Attributes

  • Positive, proactive, and self-directed approach

  • Passion for education and digital learning innovation

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills

  • Resilience and persistence in overcoming obstacles

  • Collaborative mindset and commitment to inclusive teamwork

  • Adaptability and learning agility in a changing market

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $45,000–$60,000. This position is also eligible to participate in a Sales Incentive Program. Actual compensation will vary based on experience, skills, and geographic location.

Why Join Pearson?

At Pearson, you’ll have the opportunity to launch and grow a rewarding career in consultative sales while helping shape the future of higher education. We offer comprehensive onboarding, robust training, ongoing professional development, competitive benefits, and opportunities for advancement across sales, leadership, marketing, product, and other functions. Together, we are helping educators and institutions improve access, affordability, and student success.

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Salary: 45k-60k USD

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Bachelor degree

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1 year minimum

Experience accepted in place of education

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United States +/- 0 hours

About Pearson

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Pearson plc is the world's leading learning company, dedicated to helping people realize their potential through learning. Established in 1844, Pearson has evolved into a multinational corporation that delivers educational content and assessment services across the globe. With a commitment to innovation, Pearson integrates modern technology into its educational products, making learning accessible and engaging for all ages.

Headquartered in London, England, Pearson operates in over 70 countries and employs approximately 24,000 people. The company is organized into various divisions that focus on different educational segments including higher education, K-12 education, and workforce training. These divisions work synergistically to provide tailored solutions that cater to the unique needs of learners, educators, and institutions worldwide. Pearson is recognized for its extensive portfolio, which includes textbooks, digital learning resources, assessments, and online courses that facilitate student success and improve educational outcomes.

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