Team Manager – Qualifications (Dubai)

About the role

Pearson is looking for a dynamic Team Manager to lead its Qualifications team in Dubai. The role combines sales leadership, partner relationship management, and brand advocacy to drive revenue growth for school qualifications across the region.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, coach and inspire a high‑performing sales team to exceed revenue targets.
• Monitor sales activity, track results and report on performance, pipeline and market trends to senior management.
• Collaborate with training, marketing and product teams to align regional plans and initiatives.
• Build and manage relationships with key partners, school groups and ministries.
• Set clear goals, provide regular feedback and foster a positive team culture.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing sales teams in education or a related sector.
• Track record of exceeding revenue targets and strong customer relationship building.
• Experience with pipeline management, reporting and cross‑functional collaboration.
• People‑management experience is essential.

Required skills

• Revenue growth and account management.
• Strategic planning and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication, influencing and problem‑solving skills.
• Adaptability and a learning mindset.