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Job Title: Advanced Specialist, Marketing Project Manager
Company Name: Pearson
Location: Augusta, ME USA
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 05/09/2026
Expire Date: 06/15/2026
Job Categories: Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations, Executive Management
Job Description
Advanced Specialist, Marketing Project Manager

Role Summary



The PVS Marketing Project Manager is a critical enablement role responsible for driving prioritization, clarity, and execution across highimpact marketing initiatives. This role exists to ensure that the right work is prioritized and delivered to improve marketing performance , particularly across Web and SEO , where PVS is increasing our focus.



Acting as both a strategic thought partner and handson project manager, this role will work closely with Web, SEO, Brand, Analytics, IT, and across the PVS Marketing Team to translate performance goals into wellsequenced, executable plans. The Project Manager will also own and evolve PVS Marketings project management approach in Wrike , creating visibility, discipline, and consistency across the organization.



This role regularly interfaces with senior leadership,and requires strong judgment, confidence, and the ability to navigate complexity.



Core Responsibilities



Web & SEO Impact Enablement




  • Partner with Web and SEO leads to prioritize initiatives that drive measurable performance impact .


  • Translate performance goals and investment focus into clearly scoped, sequenced project plans.


  • Ensure Web and SEO resources are focused on the highestvalue work, balancing strategic initiatives with operational needs.



Project Prioritization & Planning




  • Lead prioritization discussions across Web, SEO, and adjacent marketing teams to align work with business objectives.


  • Build and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and dependency maps.


  • Proactively identify risks, tradeoffs, and capacity constraints, bringing solutions and recommendations forward.



Cross _ Functional Delivery_




  • Coordinate work across internal teams (Web, SEO, Creative, Brand, Content, Analytics, IT) and external agencies.


  • Facilitate project rhythms including kickoffs, status reviews, dependency management, and retrospectives.


  • Drive accountability and momentum to ensure projects are delivered on time and to standard.



Leadership Communication & Visibility




  • Provide clear, concise status updates and prioritization views to marketing leadership.


  • Prepare and deliver updates for senior stakeholders


  • Clearly articulate progress, risks, and recommendations in a leadershipready manner.



Wrike Ownership & Process Leadership




  • Own and evolve the PVS Marketing project management framework in Wrike .


  • Establish and maintain standards for intake, prioritization, workflows, and reporting.


  • Drive adoption and continuous improvement of ways of working to increase focus, efficiency, and transparency across Marketing.



Required Qualifications




  • 68+ years of experience in project management, marketing operations, or related roles.


  • Experience managing digital marketing initiatives, preferably including Web and/or SEO.


  • Strong prioritization, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.


  • Proven ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders.


  • Experience owning or administering project management tools and workflows.



Preferred Qualifications




  • Experience in education, digital marketing, or matrixed organizations.


  • Familiarity with Agile or hybrid project management methodologies.


  • Experience coordinating external agencies or vendors.



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



The full-time salary range for this role is $ 110,000 $ 130,000 annually.



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



Applications will be accepted through May 30, 2026 . This window may be extended depending on business 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 TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.



Job: Program Management



Job Family: ENTERPRISE



Organization: Virtual Learning



Schedule: FULL\_TIME



Workplace Type: Remote



Req ID: 23952



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