Senior Administrative Assistant

Accountabilities: The Senior Administrative Assistant will ensure seamless administrative operations by anticipating leadership needs, coordinating priorities, and maintaining accurate information across departments. Key responsibilities include: Manage complex calendars, appointments, travel arrangements, itineraries, and expense reports for senior leaders across multiple time zones. Coordinate administrative coverage and responsibilities with colleagues to ensure consistent and efficient support across Business Development, Alliance Management, and Human Resources. Maintain shared digital sites, organizational records, contact lists, and meeting memberships, ensuring accurate information, appropriate access, and version control. Handle confidential business, partnership, and employee information with discretion and sound judgment. Review and direct sensitive requests to the appropriate leaders while ensuring timely and effective communication. Coordinate service requests with internal departments and facilitate the processing of confidentiality agreements. Prepare meeting agendas, document discussions, and distribute meeting minutes for the Global Human Resources Business Partner Unit. Track action items and follow up with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely completion of outstanding tasks. Collaborate with senior leaders and administrative teams to anticipate operational needs and improve cross-functional coordination. Requirements The ideal candidate will be a highly organized and proactive administrative professional with extensive experience supporting senior leadership in a fast-paced, complex, and international environment. The following qualifications and competencies are expected: High school diploma or equivalent, with at least six years of progressively responsible administrative experience or comparable professional experience. Substantial experience independently supporting senior leaders in complex, fast-paced, and cross-functional environments. Strong expertise in calendar management, meeting coordination, travel planning, itinerary preparation, and expense reporting. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at different organizational levels. Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage competing requests and deadlines. High level of discretion, professionalism, sound judgment, and attention to detail when handling sensitive information. Ability to work independently while maintaining effective collaboration across teams, departments, and international time zones. Proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to anticipate needs and resolve administrative challenges efficiently. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree. Previous experience in Human Resources or external partnership management. Experience using the Concur travel and expense management system. Background in the life sciences industry or experience working in an international organization. Benefits Competitive annual salary ranging from $85,700 to $137,100 USD, depending on responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications. Eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus and equity, subject to company and individual performance. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. Life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and critical illness insurance. Pre-tax Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care Reimbursement Account (DCRA) options. 24/7 Employee Assistance and Concierge Program. Parental and childbirth leave, along with family planning assistance. Virtual tutoring and childcare membership. Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, bereavement leave, holidays, floating holidays, and a year-end U.S. shutdown. 401(k) retirement plan with company matching. Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance programs. Employee wellness platforms and incentives. Professional development and career growth programs. Commuting allowance and subsidized parking. Discounted home, auto, and pet insurance. Additional employee wellbeing programs and benefits.