Assistant, Insights & Analytics (Hybrid)

About the role

Penguin Random House is seeking an Assistant to join the Insights & Analytics team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the company's data analysis and presentation efforts, with high visibility and impact across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project management for the group and collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks
• Calendar/appointment management as well as virtual and in-person event coordination and meeting attendance
• Cook up and manage the monthly sales analysis newsletter, including gathering content, formatting, and distribution
• Conduct research, pull and organize data from various sources to support the analysis functions of the team
• Create and design PowerPoint presentations to effectively communicate findings and recommendations
• File and maintain travel and entertainment (T&E) expense reports
• Maintain and update records, files, and databases
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and demands
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Preferred Skills

• Prior work in a publishing or other media-related business
• Familiarity with or strong interest in learning data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)

Additional Information

The salary for this position is $55,000 for those who begin on or after August 3rd. All positions are currently eligible for an annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results. This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities. We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA).