Position Summary
Pearson Virtual Schools provides full-time, online K-12 public schools and district partnership options. Through the Connections Academy model, Pearson Virtual Schools delivers a complete turnkey solution to school districts and charter school boards across the country.
The Senior Compliance Specialist researches and analyzes education laws and rules to support the business in providing regulatory compliant products and services to Connections Academy partner schools and district partnership customers. Reporting to the Head of Compliance, the Senior Compliance Specialist provides guidance to the business on a wide range of school issues and serves as the subject matter expert in assigned areas.
Primary responsibilities
Conduct legal research and provide guidance to internal business teams and partner schools on a wide range of legal and compliance issues
Respond to inquiries concerning day-to-day school operations and compliance with state laws and regulations.
Analyze and interpret new legislation and provide written summaries of the impact on the business and school operations
Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as School Operations, State Policy & Partnerships, Curriculum and Technology
Draft school policies to align with regulatory requirements
Review and revise school handbooks as needed to ensure they are aligned with current legislation
Own special projects aligned to business objectives and drive them to completion
Develop and maintain School Safety and Emergency Operations Plans
Respond to public records requests received by partner schools
Other duties as assigned
Required Skills, Experience and Competencies
Bachelor’s Degree required
5 - 7 years of experience working in a law firm, legal department, or equivalent setting
Ability to analyze and interpret complex legal and regulatory concepts
Excellent legal research and writing skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision, while recognizing when to escalate issues
Extremely detail oriented, efficient and able to multitask
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects and competing priorities
Outstanding work ethic with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Strong proficiency in Microsoft applications
Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York State, New York City, Vermont, Washington State, and Washington DC laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:
The minimum full-time salary range is between $80,000 - $85,000.
This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.
Applications will be accepted through September 15, 2025 . This window may be extended depending on business needs.
Who we are:
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.
Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. 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 actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
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 TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
Job: Legal
Job Family: ENTERPRISE
Organization: Virtual Learning
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Remote
Req ID: 20847
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