Events Coordinator

Pearson

Pearson is a design-centric product company whose mission is to have a direct relationship with millions of lifelong learners. We are committed to creating products that equip learners with the skills they need to enhance their world of opportunities. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people. As the world’s leading learning company with more than 22,500 employees in 70 countries, we provide content, assessment, and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments, and other partners globally.

Position Summary

• 3 year(s) experience in event planning, project management, or administrative support in related environment
• Strong technical knowledge, Cvent and Microsoft Office experience desired
• Flexibility to travel both domestically and internationally, up to five times a year
• Excellent attention to detail, highly effective organizational and time management skills
• The ability to work effectively autonomously and as part of a team
• Outstanding organizational, written, communication, interpersonal, production, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment and manage relationships with stakeholders including staff, authors, keynote speakers, and executive level decision makers
• Ability to remain calm in a high-pressure, fast-paced, and deadline-driven environments
• Exceptional problem-solving and technical skills
• Creative, curious, and unafraid to share new ideas and initiatives

Responsibilities include:

• Process and prepare documents, such as but not limited to sponsorship applications, vendor spreadsheets, and expense reports
• Communicate and manage expectations for event execution to project teams
• Assist in developing & ordering marketing promotional materials from authorized vendors
• Work closely with Sales Managers to ensure conference materials have arrived on time
• Support all aspects of planning for the GED Annual Conference to include agenda development, registration build and management, app creation, speakers, communications, survey development, technology needs, meeting space and food & beverage planning, signage, templates, property sourcing, promo items, creative, vendor-relations, accounts payable, timelines, etc while following company processes and guidelines

Operate as a point of contact to schedule, build, facilitate and host small to large format external virtual events with high visibility, while possessing exceptional knowledge of webinar and virtual environment platforms

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 TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.

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Job: MARKETING

Organization: Workforce Skills

Schedule: FULL\_TIME

Workplace Type: Remote

Req ID: 16006

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