Strategic Communications Manager Jobs

The Strategic Communications Manager collaborates with the Assessments & Qualifications (A&Q) Leadership Team to promote positive internal communications and team engagement to keep A&Q employees up-to-date on Pearson and A&Q happenings, initiatives, and opportunities. This position reports to the A&Q Vice President, Human Resources, and coordinates with the global communications team.

Responsibilities Include

Create, implement and oversee communications programs that effectively describe and promote the A&Q organization and its work, services and activities. Amplify stories across A&Q using channels to build engagement and high performing teams.

Lead communication planning for A&Q-wide announcements and messaging

Facilitate and assist in the preparation and production of town hall meetings and other A&Q gatherings, in partnership with the leadership team. Responsibilities include meeting invitation distribution, virtual/local meeting logistics, creating slide presentations and supporting presenters.

Develop and implement creative communication concepts to better streamline, strengthen, and reach our internal audiences, including not only written but audio/visual mediums

Partner with Pearson’s global corporate communications team to influence and collaborate closely on communications for A&Q, in alignment with current global comms standards and strategy

Design, develop, and build internal SharePoint sites for distribution of relevant A&Q materials and information for employees; train site/page owners;

Support the development of material for The Hub (internal employee comms tool) through partnership with the Hub editorial team

Continually explore and implement innovative approaches to engage and inspire audiences and meet business and communications objectives.

Qualifications

5+ years of strong communications (marketing communications, internal communications, etc.) experience 5+ years of a broad background of business experience

Experience leveraging modern communications tools and processes (e.g., SharePoint, Teams, email, distribution lists, presentations, videos)

Passion for communicating information effectively with engaging content. Proven ability to simplify complex concepts for varied audiences

Ability to work independently in a virtual work environment

Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information; excellent organization and time management skills; adaptable in a rapidly changing environment

Ability to convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message

Ability to provide a global perspective and demonstrate international cultural agility. 

Understanding of communications strategy and best practices

Knowledge of the communication planning process; Large-scale meeting/event planning experience a plus.

Effective writing skills, including grammatical usage, persuasive copy, and style

Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the Colorado, California, Washington State, New York State and New York City laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:

The minimum full-time salary range is between $80,000 - $90,000.

This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.

What To Expect From Pearson

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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. Learn more at We are Pearson.

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Job: COMMUNICATION

Organization: Assessment & Qualifications

Schedule: FULLTIME

Req ID: 12200