Pearson, the world’s leading learning company, is entering a new era as a digital first learning company. We are looking for a motivated Junior Media Relations Specialist to help us show the world how we can help people achieve their potential through learning. We believe learning is the most powerful force for change in the world.We’re looking for an individual who is passionate about storytelling and interested in building a career as a communications professional. This is a highly collaborative role that requires curiosity, vision, a global perspective and a deep desire to build their functional expertise in a publicly traded company.

Reporting to the VP, Global Media Relations, the Junior Media Relations Specialist will work with a cross-section of international communications colleagues on a wide range of projects to support Pearson’s proactive storytelling efforts.

The successful candidate will have an ability to help anticipate communications needs and serve as a strong day-to-day partner.

The specialist must also display excellent interpersonal skills – someone who is likable, a team player and who has the personality, global perspective and acumen to effectively collaborate across the organization.

Key Deliverables

Best-in-Class Media Relations

• Responsibilities will include supporting Pearson’s PLC website, maintaining the department’s calendar, drafting media pitches, managing the development of monthly and quarterly reports, overseeing media monitoring vendors and their budgets, helping the media relations team respond to media queries and other duties as assigned.

• Contribute to the development of enterprise messaging, talking points, Pearson’s PLC website content strategy and all external communications products (press releases, Q&As, press statements, social media, blogs, CEO media briefs etc.) to help amplify Pearson’s brand narrative.

• Collaborate with global communications colleagues to identify human interest and consumer stories that align with our corporate strategy.

Corporate Reputation

• Work proactively to help enhance and protect Pearson’s reputation.

• Anticipate and track reputation issues .

• Support reputation management projects and suggest tactics to strengthen Pearson’s reputation.

Building Relationships and Working Cross Functionally

• Act as a trusted partner to the VP and Directors of media relations.

• Work closely with business communications teams to tell Pearson’s growth story.

• Collaborate with colleagues across global corporate communications and marketing to ensure communications activities align to the corporate strategy, brand and messaging.

• Work with the social media and digital teams to inform and develop compelling digital content.

You will have :

• Communications Experience: experience supporting the creation of great communications products and operating in a matrixed environment.

• Core Skills: writing proficiency, research minded, familiarity with digital assets and detail oriented.

• Media Relations Experience : good understanding of the global media environment.

• Business Abilities: acumen to deliver work on time and on budget. Strong project and budget management skills with a results-oriented mindset.

• Positive Mindset: a willingness to take on new projects, curious and open to learning new skills, and passionate about solving problems.

• Effective communication: an effective conveyor of information both internally and externally as an ambassador of the brand.

Benefits and Rewards

We know you’ll do great work, so we give a lot back with some of the best benefits in the business. We know that one size doesn’t fit all, so our workplace programmes meet the different needs of our diverse teams, and their families too. There is a range of options, but when you join our Pearson family these are some of the benefits that we offer that you can look forward to:

• A competitive salary

• 25 Days annual leave, this increases by 1 day each year up to 30 days with the option to buy and sell up to 5 days per year on top of this

• 3 days of volunteer leave and 2 days of social justice leave

• A fantastic pension plan, where Pearson double what you contribute

• Maternity, paternity, and family care leave

• Flexible work policies

• Save for shares scheme to purchase shares at a discount

• Other benefits include private dental care, private medical insurance, digital GP service, season ticket loan, eye tests, cycle to work scheme, employee wellbeing assistance discounted retail and leisure products and services from leading companies and much more.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We’re committed to equity and opportunity, so that all learners can realise the life they imagine and see themselves in our services and products. We believe learning is a powerful force for change and that diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to who we are. We’re committed to addressing all forms of systematic racism, discrimination and inequality in everything we do.

We also believe in giving everyone in the company the chance to help shape a more inclusive culture, in which everyone feels a sense of belonging and in which everyone acts with integrity day-in, day-out. To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, please click here.

Pearson is an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate against employees or job applicants and select the best person for each job based on relevant skills and experience.

We are also committed to building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce and encouraging equality and diversity.

The information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.

We are a Stonewall Gold and Top 20 LGBT+ inclusive employer, Investors in People Gold, Race Charter signatory, Disability Confident employer and Working Mums Top Employer.

Learning is the most powerful force for change in the world. More than 20,000 Pearson employees deliver our products and services in nearly 200 countries, all working towards a common purpose – to help everyone achieve their potential through learning. We do that by providing high quality, digital content and learning experiences, as well as assessments and qualifications that help people build their skills and grow with the world around them. We are the world’s leading learning company. Learn more at pearsonplc.com. Pearson believes that wherever learning flourishes, so do people. We are committed to being an anti-racist company in everything we do. We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm, and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace where talent can learn, grow, and thrive.

To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, please click here:  http://www.pearson.com/careers/diversity-and-inclusion.html

Pearson is an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate against employees or job applicants and select the best person for each job based on relevant skills and experience.

We are also committed to building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce and encouraging equality and diversity.

The information you provide will stay confidential, and be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.

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What to expect from Pearson

Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

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.

We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All 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 strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.

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 ppsmhr@pearson.com.

Note that the information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.

Job: COMMUNICATION

Organization: Corporate Marketing & Communications

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Req ID: 10917