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Test Administrator (Osaka, Japan)

Pearson Osaka, Japan

onsitepart-time
Posted Jan 29, 2026

Role & seniority: Test Administrator / Invigilator (entry to mid-level)

Stack/tools: Microsoft Office; Windows applications; Pearson testing software hub/system; on-site equipment (computer, fax, lockers); device/telecom interfaces as needed

Top 3 responsibilities

  1. Operational Administration: ensure test stations are ready, manage transmission logs, coordinate with VSS tech support; maintain test center cleanliness

  2. Customer Service: check-in candidates, verify IDs, explain process, escort to stations, assist with tutorials/tests, respond to questions during setup

  3. Quality Assurance: ensure adherence to quality and security measures, identify policy/process improvements, report issues promptly

Must-have skills

  • Strong customer service and communication (English and Japanese)

  • Ability to work independently with effective time management and organization

  • Attention to detail, problem-solving, stress耐性, ethics/trust

  • Proficiency with computers and standard office equipment; ability to operate within testing environments

Nice-to-haves

  • One year of customer service experience; exposure to testing environments

  • TOEIC ≥700 or Japanese proficiency N1 (for non-native speakers)

  • Willingness to obtain/maintain annual Pearson Professional Centers certification

  • Location & work type: Osaka, Japan; on-site; flexible hours including weekends (Mon-Sun)

Full Description

Description - Pearson VUE (www.pearsonvue.com) is the global leader in computer-based testing for information technology, academic, government and professional testing programs around the world. Pearson VUE provides a full suite of services from test development to data management, and delivers exams through the world’s most comprehensive and secure network of test centres in more than 180 countries, where we validate the skills and knowledge of millions of individuals every year. Pearson VUE offers a great environment to start or grow your career, we are now hiring for a Test Administrator/ Invigilator to join our team based in Osaka, Japan.

Summary: The Test Administrator is responsible for administrating all aspects of the testing operations in assigned test center of Pearson Professional Centers by providing high quality on-site service in accordance with strict operational policies and procedures of the examination processes. Open to work in flexible hours between Monday to Sunday (weekend working). CORE COMPETENCIES Detail Oriented, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Organizing Skills, Customer Focus, Ethics and Value SCOPE AND IMPACT OF JOB Working on site with other Test Administrators, the Test Administrator serves candidates directly with appropriate implementing of operational policies and examination procedures. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Education and Experience

  • One year customer service experience preferred
  • Exposure in a testing environment strongly preferred
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and Windows applications required

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

  • Customer service skills required
  • Strong written and oral communication skills in English and Japanese required (Ex. TOEIC 700- for non-English speaker, N1 grade for non-Japanese speaker)
  • Ability to communication both technical and functional
  • Ability to work independently
  • Effective time management skills
  • Ability to handle a reasonable amount of stress
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • Alertness and courage
  • Ethics and trust
  • Knowledge in operating a computer, fax, and other office equipment

Other (license/certification)

  • Annual Pearson Professional Centers certification for Test Administrator required
  • Must pass re-certification annually
  • PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Operational Administration
  • Assure equipment is operational and test stations are free of extraneous materials
  • Review transmissions logs (uploading of current day’s test results & daily downloading of examinations and site schedule) from software that automatically connects to hub system periodically
  • Communicate and work with VSS technical support to investigate and fix technical issues
  • Test Center cleaning
  • Customer Service
  • Review test roster and prepare accordingly for candidates including special accommodation preparation
  • Check in candidates and verify identifications
  • Explain the test process briefly
  • Help candidates to place all personal belongings in a personal locker
  • Escort examinee to assigned test station
  • Help the examinee begin the tutorial/test
  • Answer any questions before the timed portion of the test begins
  • Monitor examinees
  • Record and report all problems or discrepancies in a timely and efficient manner that arise in connection with an exam, a candidate or the testing center itself
  • Print the test results after the candidate completes the test
  • Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement
  • Ensure the adherence to the Pearson Professional Center quality and security measures
  • Recognize and identify potential areas where existing policies and procedures require change or where new ones need to be developed and shared
  • WORK ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

Physical requirements

  • Be comfortable to work in a quiet testing environment
  • Be flexible in work hours

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. 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.

Detail OrientedCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingOrganizing SkillsCustomer FocusEthics and ValueCustomer Service SkillsStrong Written and Oral Communication SkillsTime Management SkillsAttention to DetailTechnical CommunicationAbility to Work IndependentlyStress ManagementAlertnessCouragemulti-location

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