Education Partnerships & Recognitions Manager (USA & Canada)

Are you interested in working with a leading education technology player, the global leader in the assessment and certification of language and professional skills with presence in more than 200 countries worldwide? If so, this is the chance to apply now!

We are looking for an Education Partnerships & Recognitions Manager (USA & Canada) who will play a pivotal role in increasing recognition of the LANGUAGECERT range of English language exams by educational institutions across the USA and Canada. Through a deep understanding of the PeopleCert Group and its go-to-market strategy, the successful candidate will build strong relationships with key decision-makers in universities, colleges, government bodies, professional associations and education agencies - while driving strategic growth in this high-potential region.

The successful candidate will be responsible for LANGUAGECERT portfolio. LANGUAGECERT is a UKVI accredited SELT provider.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage strategic relationships with education institutions, government bodies, and agencies across the USA and Canada.
• Lead recognition efforts for LANGUAGECERT exams in the USA & Canada market, particularly for international student admissions and academic progression.
• Identify and engage key decision-makers in institutions responsible for approving English language qualifications.
• Collaborate with the business development team to ensure alignment between recognition goals and broader business strategies.
• Monitor external developments including policy developments, legislative change, and the opportunities which these provide for LANGUAGECERT to expand its partnerships and recognition to grow our customer base.
• Provide market intelligence and customer insights to inform internal strategy and enhance service delivery along with client experience.
• Represent LANGUAGECERT at conferences, forums, and working groups relevant to international education.
• Develop and execute country-specific strategies and recognition campaigns in collaboration with the global partnerships team.
• Maintain accurate CRM records of all interactions, prospects, and opportunities.
• Create and localize promotional content for the USA & Canada education audience.
• Provide regular updates on progress and key developments to internal stakeholders.
• Support cross-functional initiatives and undertake additional responsibilities as required by the Director, Oceania & East Asia.

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree is essential; a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in the international higher education sector in Canada and/or the USA.
• Demonstrated ability to gain institutional recognition for qualifications or education products.
• Strong background in customer relationship management and institutional engagement.
• Experience engaging higher education decision-makers and negotiating admissions-related collaboration.
• Excellent communication, networking, and presentation skills.
• Proactive, organized, and self-driven with a keen attention to detail.
• Advanced computer literacy: experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Experience working across global teams or in multicultural settings.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in US and/or Canada; visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Dynamic, international, and collaborative work environment.
• Two free PeopleCert certification vouchers per year for all employees.
• Extensive learning and career development opportunities.
• 100% Virtual Hiring Process.

About PeopleCert

PeopleCert is a global leader in assessment and certification of professional skills, partnering with multi-national organizations and government bodies for the development & delivery of standardized exams. Delivering exams across 200 countries and territories and in 25 languages over its state-of-the-art assessment technology, PeopleCert enables professionals to boost their careers and realize their life ambitions.

Quality, Innovation, Passion, Integrity are the core values which guide everything we do.

Our offices in UK, Greece, and Cyprus boast a culture of diversity, where everyone is different, yet everyone fits in. All of us at PeopleCert are committed to the reflection of the diversity and inclusion of our customers and the communities in which we do business.

About LANGUAGECERT

LANGUAGECERT is a globally recognized leader in language assessment and certification. Our mission is to provide reliable, internationally accepted language qualifications that meet the diverse needs of an individuals, educational institutions, employers and government worldwide.

We offer a comprehensive range of exams, covering languages such as English and Greek, aligned with Common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR) to ensure standardized proficiency measurement.

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.