Location: Melbourne, Australia (Hybrid)
Business Unit: Pearson VUE, Pearson Clinical, Pearson Assessment Services
Job Type: Full-time

About Pearson

At Pearson, our purpose is clear: to help people achieve their potential through learning. We are the world’s leading learning company, with more than 20,000 employees across 70 countries. We create digitally-enabled, accessible, and sustainable learning experiences that empower tens of millions of learners every year. As a global organisation, we are committed to measurable impact, long-term sustainability, and continued innovation to meet the changing needs of learners, educators, and businesses.

About the Business Unit

Pearson VUE is a part of Pearson plc, listed on the London and New York stock exchanges (UK: PSON; NYSE: PSO). We are the global leader in computer-based testing, delivering exams for clients in the academic, IT, government, and professional sectors across a secure network in over 180 countries. This position also provides support to Pearson Clinical, a global leader in clinical assessment, and Pearson Assessment Services, which delivers educational assessments for students globally.

About the Role:

As a People Partner, you will provide both strategic and operational HR support to business leaders across Pearson VUE and its associated business units. In this role, you’ll partner with HR Centres of Excellence and HR Operations to deliver people initiatives, improve employee engagement, and drive compliance across the employment lifecycle. You’ll also serve as a trusted advisor to managers and leaders, delivering insights that shape workforce decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

Partner with the business to ensure line managers are provided with high quality HR support and advice that is compliant with legislation and meets company goals.  Support end-to-end HR processes including onboarding, induction, performance and talent management, learning & development, employee relations, and exits. Resolve employment relations issues in collaboration with line managers and under the guidance of HR leadership. Liaise with HR Centres of Excellence such as Talent Acquisition, Reward, Payroll, and Learning & Development. Provide advice and updates on entitlements, award interpretation, legislative changes, and policy implementation. Ensure alignment with local employment laws, compliance standards, and organisational values.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will ideally bring:

Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline. Significant experience in a generalist HR role within a complex or matrixed organisation. Strong working knowledge of employment legislation and industrial relations frameworks. Hands-on experience interpreting modern awards and enterprise agreements—experience with the Clerks Award is highly desirable. A collaborative mindset with strong stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.

Why Join Us?

Hybrid & Flexible Work Options Inclusive & Diverse Work Culture Global Opportunities for Growth Work that Makes a Difference

If you’re passionate about supporting people, building inclusive workplaces, and making a real impact through learning, we want to hear from you.