Specialist, Partnership Management

Position SummaryThe 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 ResponsibilitiesServe as a day-to-day point of contact for Board members for logistical questions, onboarding needs, and governance requirementsCoordinate Board member onboarding, including:Orientation materials and training schedulesRequired acknowledgements, disclosures, and compliance documentationAccess to Board portals, calendars, and communication toolsMaintain and verify accurate Board member contact information and recordsProcess and track expense and mileage reimbursementsCoordinate conference registration, travel arrangements, and related logisticsServe as a liaison to ensure Board members receive timely information and materials needed to fulfill their responsibilitiesTrack and maintain records of Board member terms, committee assignments, meeting attendance, and completion of required trainings to ensure compliance and accurate governance documentationSupport offboarding and transitions for departing Board membersGovernance & Compliance SupportMaintain accurate and up-to-date Board records, including:Bylaws, policies, and governing documentsBoard member agreements, disclosures, and certificationsTrack 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 requirementsSupport drafting of Board governance policy revisions and track changes thereto, prepare Board memos in support of the changesManage Epicenter Board minute processes, obtain necessary Board member signatures, and support Authorizer compliance requirements in various systems required state to stateAssist in audits, authorizer reviews, or compliance requests related to governanceCommunication & Relationship ManagementDraft and coordinate Board communications, including reminders, announcements, and updatesEnsure Board members receive timely, clear, and well-organized informationSupport Board Chairs, committee leads, and senior staff with logistical and administrative needsMaintain a professional, service-oriented relationship with Board membersBoard & Committee Meeting SupportCoordinate logistics for Board and committee meetings, including:Scheduling, tracking quorum, calendars, and meeting remindersPreparation and distribution of agendas and meeting materialsTechnology support for virtual or hybrid meetingsDraft, format, and organize meeting materials, minutes, and resolutions under leadership guidanceTrack action items, votes, and follow-ups resulting from Board meetingsSystems, Tools & Continuous ImprovementMaintain Board management systems or portals to ensure accurate information and easy access for Board membersDevelop and maintain checklists, trackers, and calendars to support Board operations and complianceIdentify opportunities to improve the Board member experience and operational efficiencyCross-Functional CoordinationPartner with Executive, Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams to ensure Board readiness and alignmentSupport special projects related to governance, compliance, PSSO team or Board operations as assignedCompensation 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.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.#J-18808-Ljbffr