[Hiring] Executive Assistant @Pearson

Role Description

We are looking for a highly organised, proactive, and trusted Executive Assistant to support our newly appointed Group Finance Officer at Pearson. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of a global organisation, partnering closely with one of our most senior leaders to ensure the smooth running of the Finance function and enabling strategic priorities across the business.

As a key member of the Finance leadership support network, you will act as a true partner to the Group Finance Officer — managing complex schedules, facilitating executive communications, and ensuring priorities are executed seamlessly across a global environment. This role goes far beyond diary management. You will become a central point of coordination, interacting with senior leaders, managing confidential information, and helping drive efficiency across a fast-paced and dynamic function.

Key Responsibilities

• Executive Support:
  • Provide high-level executive support to the Group Finance Officer, ensuring their time, priorities, and commitments are managed effectively.
  • Manage a complex global diary, coordinating internal and external meetings across multiple time zones.
  • Prepare and coordinate briefing materials, presentations, and documentation for leadership meetings, board interactions, and key business engagements.
  • Act as a gatekeeper and trusted advisor, helping prioritise requests and managing competing demands.
• Stakeholder & Communication Management:
  • Serve as a key liaison between the Group Finance Officer and senior stakeholders, including executives, board members, and global teams.
  • Coordinate communication across the Finance leadership team and wider enterprise functions.
  • Support the preparation and logistics of executive meetings, leadership offsites, and strategic reviews.
• Operational Coordination:
  • Plan and organise international travel, ensuring seamless logistics and itinerary planning.
  • Coordinate leadership meetings, including agenda preparation, follow-ups, and action tracking.
  • Support key Finance leadership initiatives and projects, ensuring effective organisation and delivery.
• Confidential & Strategic Support:
  • Handle highly confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Anticipate needs and proactively identify ways to improve efficiency and workflows.
  • Help create structure around priorities to ensure the Group Finance Officer can focus on strategic decision-making and leadership.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting C-suite or senior executives, ideally within a global organisation.
• Exceptional organisation, prioritisation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and professionalism.
• A proactive mindset with the confidence to anticipate needs and take initiative.
• High attention to detail and strong administrative expertise.
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Compensation influenced by skill set, level of experience, and specific location.
• Minimum full-time salary range is between $70,000 – $80,000.
• This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience to https://pearson.jobs/

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted through March 19th. This window may be extended depending on business needs.