Sales Specialist

Pearson VUE

Field sales representative expanding Pearson’s digital English Language Learning solutions across Mid-Atlantic education markets. Acquiring accounts, driving adoption, and exceeding territory revenue targets.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sales strategy and relationship management within the English Language Learning sector, leveraging strong business development and territory planning skills to achieve revenue targets. Proficient in utilizing CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools to manage accounts and drive customer engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales Experience in Adult EducationTerritory PlanningBusiness DevelopmentCRM ProficiencyRelationship-Building Skills

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Hard Skills

Sales StrategyAccount ManagementForecastingPipeline ManagementProduct DemonstrationNegotiationMarket Trend AnalysisDigital Learning SolutionsOnboardingTraining

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Salesforce (OneCRM)Microsoft OfficeMobile Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent ExperienceValid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

English Language LearningHigher EducationAdult EducationCustomer SuccessStrategic Relationship Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Achieve or exceed territory revenue and growth targets by offering course-based solutions to decision makers
Identify, acquire, and develop new accounts
Drive adoption of digital and print English Language Learning solutions
Grow and retain key accounts through strategic relationship management
Maintain accurate forecasting, pipeline management, and territory planning in Salesforce (OneCRM)
Execute corporate, national, and regional sales initiatives
Engage 15+ faculty members or decision-makers daily through in-person and virtual outreach
Prospect and pursue new business opportunities
Present, sell, and negotiate Pearson’s digital English Language Learning solutions
Deliver product demonstrations, onboarding, and training
Stay current on Pearson products, platforms, and English Language Learning market trends
Build relationships with teachers, administrators, and bookstore partners
Collaborate with Customer Success, product specialists, marketing, and sales leadership
Share market insights and best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and successful work experience
Minimum 2 years of outstanding sales experience in adult education, higher education, or a related market
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, computer applications, CRM and business systems, and mobile technologies
Willingness to travel 3-4 days per week and attend regional and national conferences and events
Reside in the state of Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia
Valid driver’s license
Strong prospecting, territory planning, and business development capabilities
Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and relationship-building skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary with sales incentive bonus potential
Car allowance
Coverage of qualified travel expenses
Comprehensive benefits package
Extensive onboarding, training, and professional development opportunities
Career growth opportunities across sales leadership, marketing, digital solutions, and more