Advanced Associate, Administrative Support

About the role

Pearson seeks an Advances Associate, Administrative Support to join the Professional Assessments team, supporting the SVP, Professional Assessments. The role provides administrative support including calendar, office, event, proposal, and contract management in a dynamic, remote‑friendly environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active calendar: schedule appointments and meetings, organize materials, send notices, arrange services and travel, complete documentation.
• Office management: maintain a welcoming environment, build stakeholder relationships, maintain confidentiality, prioritize conflicting needs, compose letters and documents, provide general administrative support.
• Meeting and event management: plan and coordinate events and meetings, schedule venues, IT support, catering, logistics; coordinate maintenance, order supplies, liaise with ES stakeholders.
• Proposal management: assist proposal writers with deadlines, incorporate graphics (flow charts, org charts, tables, logos), create/update/assemble supporting materials, create custom covers, ensure corporate standards, handle copying, collating, and related duties.
• Contract management: securely file and archive executed contracts, provide virtual and physical signatures, track upcoming expirations and renewals.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree preferred.
• Familiarity with email, Microsoft Office, and scheduling software preferred.
• Previous experience in a demanding, high‑stakes environment.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Effective multitasking through priority setting and time management.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Self‑starter and goal‑oriented.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Flexibility to changing priorities.
• Effective relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to work independently and learn quickly.
• Knowledge of graphics file formats and their applications.
• Basic typesetting skills.

Pay

The minimum full‑time salary range is between $65,000 and $75,000.

Benefits

Eligible to participate in an annual incentive program; see the benefits information link for details.

Schedule

Full‑time.