Specialist, Portfolio Management at Pearson PlcWestminster

, , Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Portfolio Management, Relationship Management, University Admissions, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Event Planning, Communication, Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Marketing Fundamentals, International Relations

Industry

Education

Description

Job Title: Specialist, Portfolio Management Description: This role is often referred to as Progression and Recognition Officer (Asia) externally. As a Specialist, Portfolio Management, you will support the recognition of Pearson Edexcel Qualifications (GCSE and A levels) across South East Asia. This role plays a critical part in supporting holders of Pearson Edexcel International GCSE, AS and A levels qualifications to find a place in higher education institutions across the region. This position involves working closely with universities, education authorities, and internal teams to broaden the recognition of our qualifications, assist with verification and certification processes, and promote understanding of Pearson Edexcel International Qualifications in the region. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What You’ll Own Success in this role is defined by outcomes and ownership: * Portfolio & campaign execution: Support the rollout of global and regional recognition initiatives across SEA markets, adapting messaging and materials where needed to maximise local relevance. * Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with admissions officers, academic registrars, and relevant government or accreditation bodies in the region * Performance & reporting: Maintain and update the university recognition database with latest details of institutions’ acceptance policies in the region. Accurately record new recognition agreements, entry requirements, and any conditional acceptance information to provide a reliable resource for colleagues and students * Events & engagement: Support the planning and delivery of customer events, webinars, and regional activities, attending in person where required. * Operational support: Work closely with the global Progression & Recognition team and other regional staff to ensure a coordinated approach. Share insights from Asia, support global initiatives (such as the annual destinations survey or development of admissions guides), and assist colleagues in other regions on cross-border recognition matters as needed. * You’ll operate across multiple projects at the same time, balancing short‑term execution with longer‑term portfolio objectives. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About You You bring strong marketing or portfolio fundamentals, attention to detail, and a collaborative, commercially minded approach. * You bring 1–3 years’ experience in education, university admissions, international relations or a related role, ideally with related to education, assessment, or qualifications. * You are able to demonstrate an understanding of the UK education system either through professional or personal experience. * You communicate clearly and confidently, with strong written skills and the ability to tailor messages for different audiences both in English and ideally also in a second language of the region. * You’re organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities. * You’re data‑literate and confident analysing performance and turning insights into practical recommendations. * You build effective working relationships and enjoy collaborating across countries, cultures, and teams. * You’re proficient in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and common marketing or webinar platforms. * A bachelor’s degree is required; education‑related background is preferred. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What You’ll Get This is an opportunity to grow your career within a global education organisation. * Hands‑on experience supporting a regional Assessment & Qualifications portfolio. * Exposure to global progression and recognition strategy and regional execution. * Close collaboration with sales, marketing, and portfolio leaders across SEA. * Opportunities to develop specialist knowledge and skills in the field of qualification recognition. * Flexible and hybrid working practices where applicable, with some regional travel. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ready to Make an Impact? Apply now and help bring Pearson’s Assessment & Qualifications portfolio to life across South East Asia. #LI-TW1

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Responsibilities

Support the recognition of Pearson Edexcel qualifications across South East Asia by collaborating with universities and education authorities. Manage the university recognition database and execute regional campaigns to facilitate student progression into higher education.