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About the role
- Principal, Business Strategy responsible for strategic direction at Pearson's International Higher Education division. Driving initiatives, market analysis, and leadership on priority projects with senior executives.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic initiatives that align with the company's objectives. Work with leadership to translate vision into actionable plans.
- Lead market research efforts to analyze industry trends, competitor strategies, and emerging opportunities. Provide insights that inform strategic decisions.
- Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of strategic initiatives. Identify risks and recommend improvements.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders, including finance, operations, and marketing, to ensure alignment and execution of strategic goals.
- Conduct financial modeling, business case development, and scenario planning to assess growth opportunities.
- Mentor and develop junior team members and colleagues, fostering a data-driven and strategic mindset.
- Prepare and present strategic reports and recommendations to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
Requirements
- 6+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, or corporate development roles, with at least 2 years in a leadership capacity.
- Experience in a top-tier consulting firm or corporate strategy function preferred.
- Proven ability to work with senior leadership and influence decision-making.
- Strong quantitative analytics skillset and financial acumen with experience in business modelling, forecasting, and performance analysis.
- Exceptional communication skills, with experience in preparing presentations and reports for executive-level audiences.
- Ability to manage ambiguity, think critically, and solve complex business problems.
- Experience in higher education, EdTech, or a related industry is a plus.
Benefits
- We know you’ll do great work, so we give a lot back with some of the best benefits in the business. We know one size doesn’t fit all, so our workplace programs meet the different needs of our diverse teams, and their families, too.
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