About the role: To serve the growing needs of Pearson’s clients around the world, the Event Testing Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Event Testing Manager in the development, implementation and on-going management of unique test delivery solutions. You will report to the Event Testing Manager and will help establish and maintain testing venues throughout the world with a concentrated focus in Australia and New Zealand. The Event Testing Coordinator will assist in researching, identifying and negotiating with multiple vendors from various fields to ensure adequate test delivery venue coverage and associated invigilation services around the world.
It is the responsibility of the Event Testing Coordinator to ensure that client program requirements are planned for and are appropriately implemented in all associated testing venues. This role is also involved in ensuring that quality and security requirements are met, and that process improvements and increased efficiencies are identified. Other responsibilities of the role include invoice and data collection/coordination, working to set timelines, planning and negotiating priorities. The Event Testing Coordinator will liaise with other teams within Pearson organisations and external 3rd party suppliers. The Event Testing Coordinator will ensure company and client quality standards are adhered to, ensuring effective communication and reporting internally.
As an Event Testing Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for:
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Responsible for supporting and implementing global testing venues multiple times per year
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Support the Event Testing Manager in ensuring that client satisfaction levels are achieved to a high standard and issues are recognised, documented, and resolved
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Liaising with the wider team, and agencies where appropriate, to help deliver successful testing events in locations around the world
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Work with the team to ensure adequate capacity is provided for test events and assist to develop contingency plans for each event
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Supporting other initiatives as provided by the Event Testing Manager where appropriate
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
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Demonstrated experience with coordinating a range of event types and/or projects
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Enthusiastic, energetic team player who has the ability to work on their own, whilst possessing the ability to seek assistance and/or escalate concerns when required and ability to exceed customer expectations
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Degree educated or equivalent
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Excellent English, both written and verbal
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Demonstrated experience working with Microsoft Office suite and Excel – intermediate to advanced skills
Benefits
Flexible working: We are committed to hybrid working practices and has adopted flexible remote and virtual working. Where possible our employees can choose to manage their attendance to the office more flexibly.
Our team: Assessment & Qualifications – Pearson VUE is a global leader in computer-based testing for information technology, academic, government and professional testing programs around the world with a secure network of test centers in more than 180 countries.
Our purpose: At Pearson we ‘add life to a lifetime of learning’ so everyone can realise the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. Our Purpose | Add Life to a Lifetime of Learning – YouTube
Our company: Pearson was founded in 1844 and has been built on our ability to grow with and adapt to a constantly evolving market. Our 20,000+ employees are dedicated to creating the high-quality, digital-first, accessible and sustainable resources for lifelong learning.
Diversity: At Pearson we value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced as strengths and opportunities are equal and accessible.
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What to expect from Pearson
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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.
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Job: TESTING CENTER
Organization: Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Req ID: 11045