Advanced Associate, People Support

Pearson; Mandaluyong; Hybrid; PHP 400,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking an Advanced Associate in People Support to resolve complex HR inquiries and guide employees on HR processes. You will maintain accurate employee records, generate HR reports, and collaborate with Payroll, Benefits, and other teams.

This limited-term role emphasizes policy expertise, data accuracy, and timely case resolution. The position requires 3–5 years in HR, with shared services experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years HR experience with at least 2 years in Shared Services or similar role.
• Experience with HRIS systems (Workday, SAP, Oracle) and ticketing systems.
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy; confidential information handling.
• Proficient communication skills, both written and verbal; teamwork oriented.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex HR inquiries escalated from the Digital Assistant support.
• Provide accurate and timely responses to HR questions across channels (phone, email, ticketing).
• Interpret and guide on HR policies, processes, and programs.
• Assist employees and managers in understanding HR processes and compliance.
• Maintain and update employee records in HR systems.
• Generate and analyze HR reports to support decisions and compliance.
• Manage and track HR cases using the ticketing system and meet SLAs.
• Collaborate with Payroll, Benefits, and other departments; participate in training.

Skills

HR policies & procedures

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office

AI tools awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business Administration or related field

Tools

Workday (HRIS)

SAP (HRIS)

Oracle (HRIS)

Ticketing systems

Job description

Position Title : Advanced Associate, People Support (IC15 - GPC Specialist)

Department: HR Operations

Reports to: Global People Care Manager

Position Type: Limited Term Employee, 6 months , Full-Time temp

Position Summary:

The GPC Specialist plays a crucial role in providing specialized support and resolving complex HR inquiries and issues that Digital Assistant cannot handle. This position requires a deep understanding of HR policies, procedures, and systems. The Global People Care team member will serve as a liaison between employees, HR business partners, and other departments, ensuring efficient and effective resolution of HR-related matters.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Issue Resolution :

2. Handle complex HR inquiries and issues escalated from the Digital Assistant support.

3. Provide accurate and timely responses to HR-related queries through various communication channels (e.g., phone, email, ticketing system).

4. Policy and Procedure Guidance :

5. Interpret and provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and programs.

6. Assist employees and managers in understanding HR processes and ensure compliance with company policies.

7. Data Management and Reporting :

8. Maintain and update employee records in HR systems.

9. Generate and analyze HR reports to support decision-making and compliance requirements.

10. Case Management :

11. Manage and track HR cases using the ticketing system, ensuring all cases are resolved within established SLAs.

12. Document and maintain detailed records of interactions and resolutions.

13. Process Improvement :

14. Identify opportunities for process improvements within the HR Shared Services function.

15. Collaborate with HR teams to implement best practices and streamline HR processes.

16. Collaboration and Communication :

17. Work closely with HR business partners, Payroll, Benefits, and other departments to resolve employee issues.

18. Participate in team meetings and contribute to ongoing training and development initiatives.

Qualifications :

1. Education :

2. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

3. Experience :

4. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in HR, with at least 2 years in an HR Shared Services or similar role.

5. Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle) and ticketing systems.

6. Skills and Competencies :

7. Strong knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.

8. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

9. High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

10. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

11. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

12. Strong organizational and time management skills.

13. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

14. Experience utilizing AI tools with exposure to project initiatives

15. Attributes :

16. Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality service.

17. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

18. Adaptability and willingness to learn new systems and processes.

19. Strong work ethic and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Who we are:

At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. 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 actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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Job : Human Resources

Job Family : ENTERPRISE

Organization : Corporate Human Resources

Schedule : FULL_TIME

Workplace Type : Hybrid

Req ID : 24530