Advanced Specialist, Strategy

Pearson VUE

Advanced Specialist in Strategy contributing to Pearson's strategic initiatives. Collaborating with executives to craft and execute actionable business strategies.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeHoboken • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $90,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own end-to-end strategic workstreams: frame the problem, build the fact base, size markets, and synthesize options into executive-ready recommendations
Use market and competitive intelligence to shape strategic choices
Build evidence-based business cases: financial and operational modelling, scenario analysis, assumptions, risks, and KPIs
Partner with product, commercial, finance, and corporate development on high-priority initiatives
Translate strategy into action: craft board-ready narratives

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–4 years of experience at a top-tier strategy consulting firm (MBB or equivalent) or investment bank
Strong foundation in market sizing, competitor analysis, financial modelling, and business case development
Exceptional communication skills
A genuine interest in transitioning from consulting to an in-house role with real business impact

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits package

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Hard Skills & Tools

market sizingcompetitor analysisfinancial modellingbusiness case developmentscenario analysisrisk assessmentKPI development

Soft Skills

communication skillsstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingcollaborationnarrative crafting