executive assistant Oxford, England
Job description
Learner at the heart
Pearson is a global education company that helps people around the world to make progress in their lives through learning. With a rich heritage that combines 150 years of experience in publishing with the latest learning technology and digital services, we help people to learn whatever, wherever and however they choose. We are now transforming Pearson to accelerate our activity in digital learning, education services and emerging markets. This will enable us to make a lasting impact in helping to solve some of the most important challenges in global education.
About the team
The Schools team is made up of Assessment, Delivery, Operations, Product Management, Qualifications, UK and International Sales and Marketing. We aim to deliver qualifications and digital product and services to schools both UK based and Internationally.
About the job
You will provide full executive support to a member of the School Assessment and Qualifications Executive Leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing complex business diaries for VPs and SVP, including the organisation of itineraries, acting quickly to short notice changes, rescheduling and cancellation of appointments with tact.
- Arrange and manage meetings taking minutes/actions if required for both internal and external events.
- Coordinate and plan trips, including arranging appropriate travel, visas, agendas and necessary contacts, country information, and other necessary preparations.
- Project management support as required for VP’s and above.
- Management and organisation of celebratory events as well as other ad hoc events. Support at the annual Schools Sales conference where appropriate. Ensuring that feedback from attendees is sought and incorporated into future events.
- Co-ordinating communications to the Business units to ensure the maximisation of staff engagement, utilising the divisional Sharepoint groups and other communication channels for VPs/SVP.
- Forming productive working relationships with members of the Executive Team including their assistants, assisting with queries, problems and ensuring swift resolution.
- Organising and over-seeing office moves and other ad hoc business unit administration for VP/SVP.
- Ensuring the efficient running of the VP/SVP desk, including managing team leave requests, expense claims, budgetary information, and requisitions.
- Working closely with Talent Acquisition in the co-ordination of recruitment activities.
To be successful in the role you will need:
- To be able to deliver first class executive support and work effectively as part of a team
- A proven track record as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leaders in a global organisation
- To be comfortable with decision-making, accountability and be truly proactive
- To be solutions orientated, always striving for results that are cost-effective and a good use of your manager’s time.
- Focus on what your manager needs, and the ability to say no to support that.
- To demonstrate an ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
- Be highly organised and can prioritise your own workload
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office, to include Outlook, Sharepoint, Teams
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pearson is an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate against employees or job applicants and select the best person for each job based on relevant skills and experience.
We are also committed to building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce and encouraging equality and diversity.
The information you provide will stay confidential and be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.
Your Benefits & Reward
We’ll expect a lot and we know you’ll do great work, so we give a lot back with some of the best benefits in the business! Along with learning, development and mentoring opportunities, our range of benefits can support the different needs of our diverse colleagues, and their families too. Joining our Pearson family can provide you with unlimited and truly global career progression options, and you can also look forward to exploring our impressive benefits, such as:
- Flexible options for work from home days (to be agreed with your line manager)
- A starting holiday of 25 days plus UK public holidays, and you’ll earn 1 additional day’s holiday per year you work with us.
- Generous pension scheme where we match and double what you contribute.
- Maternity, paternity, and family care leave as well as flexible work policies.
- Shares and stock purchase options.
- Healthcare and dental plans, and an employee wellbeing assistance programme for you and your family to help balance work, family and personal life.
- Cycle to work program, gym membership concessions in selected office locations, along with retail and leisure discounts.
If we sound like a good match for you, or maybe for a friend, we’d love to receive an application. Find out more about how learning makes us, at www.pearson.com
Our Recruitment Process
Please complete and submit your application as soon as possible and ensure that you attach your CV / Resume and apply directly on our Pearson Careers website only.
We are reviewing applications as they come in, therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Wishing you success with your application!
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What to expect from Pearson
Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?
At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.
We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.
Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All 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 strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.
To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.
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 [email protected].
Note that the information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.
Job: OFFICE SUPPORT
Organization: Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule: FULL\_TIME
Req ID: 12578
