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Specialist, Partnership Management

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: 70k-75k USD

United States only

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Position Summary

The Board Relations & Governance Associate/Specialist, Partnership Management serves as a concierge and primary support partner to new and existing Board members throughout the full Board member lifecycle. This role ensures that Board members are well-supported, informed, and compliant with all onboarding, training, meeting, and governance requirements.

This position plays a critical operational role in creating a positive, seamless Board experience by managing logistics, documentation, communications, and tracking of governance requirements. This position requires exceptional organization, attention to detail, professionalism, and a service-oriented mindset when working with Board members and senior leaders.

Key Responsibilities

Board Member Concierge & Lifecycle Support

  • Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for Board members for logistical questions, onboarding needs, and governance requirements

  • Coordinate Board member onboarding, including:

  • Orientation materials and training schedules

  • Required acknowledgements, disclosures, and compliance documentation

  • Access to Board portals, calendars, and communication tools

  • Maintain and verify accurate Board member contact information and records

  • Process and track expense and mileage reimbursements

  • Coordinate conference registration, travel arrangements, and related logistics

  • Serve as a liaison to ensure Board members receive timely information and materials needed to fulfill their responsibilities

  • Track and maintain records of Board member terms, committee assignments, meeting attendance, and completion of required trainings to ensure compliance and accurate governance documentation.

  • Support offboarding and transitions for departing Board members

Governance & Compliance Support

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date Board records, including:

  • Bylaws, policies, and governing documents

  • Board member agreements, disclosures, and certifications

  • Track compliance requirements and deadlines (e.g., trainings, filings, fingerprinting, background checks, financial disclosures)

  • Support compliance with open meetings, public records, and governance requirements as directed, including providing support of annual review of changes in legislative requirements

  • Support the drafting of Board governance policy revisions and track changes thereto, prepare Board memo’s in support of the changes

  • Manage Epicenter Board minute processes, obtain necessary Board member signatures, and support Authorizer compliance requirements in various systems required state to state

  • Assist in audits, authorizer reviews, or compliance requests related to governance

Communication & Relationship Management

  • Draft and coordinate Board communications, including reminders, announcements, and updates

  • Ensure Board members receive timely, clear, and well-organized information

  • Support Board Chairs, committee leads, and senior staff with logistical and administrative needs

  • Maintain a professional, service-oriented relationship with Board members

Board & Committee Meeting Support

  • Coordinate logistics for Board and committee meetings, including:

  • Scheduling, tracking quorum, calendars, and meeting reminders

  • Preparation and distribution of agendas and meeting materials

  • Technology support for virtual or hybrid meetings

  • Draft, format, and organize meeting materials, minutes, and resolutions under leadership guidance

  • Track action items, votes, and follow-ups resulting from Board meetings

Systems, Tools & Continuous Improvement

  • Maintain Board management systems or portals to ensure accurate information and easy access for Board members

  • Develop and maintain checklists, trackers, and calendars to support Board operations and compliance

  • Identify opportunities to improve the Board member experience and operational efficiency

Cross-Functional Coordination

  • Partner with Executive, Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams to ensure Board readiness and alignment

  • Support special projects related to governance, compliance, PSSO team or Board operations as assigned

Compensation at Pearson is influenced by factors including skill set, experience, and location.

The full-time salary range for this role is $70,000 – $75,000 annually.

This position is eligible for Pearson’s annual incentive program. Information on benefits can be found here.

Applications will be accepted through May 31,2026. This window may be extended depending on business needs.

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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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