Executive Assistant
Executive Assistant
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Job Description
Join us as we transform immunology and deliver medicines that help autoimmune patients get their lives back. argenx is preparing for multi-dimensional expansion to reach more patients through a rich pipeline of differentiated assets led by VYVGART our first-in-class neonatal Fc receptor blocker approved for the treatment of gMG and with the potential to treat patients across dozens of severe autoimmune diseases.
We are building a new kind of biotech company one that maintains its roots as a science-based start-up and pushes our commitment to innovate across all corners of our business. We strive to inspire and grow our company our partnerships our science and our people because when we do we deliver more for patients.
The Executive Assistant is responsible for supporting two-three senior leaders and their respective teams. The individual must be detail oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as strong technical skills. This position demands the highest level of confidentiality and trust while following defined processes and workflows determined by the Lead Executive Assistant. One must exhibit skills in building and maintaining strong relationships internally and externally. This role reports directly to the Lead Executive Assistant.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Manage calendars making appointments and prioritizing sensitive matters
Heavy scheduling of internal and external calls and meetings
Coordinator and Facilitator of internal and off-site meetings
Draft and distribute communications to internal and external stakeholders
Responsible for agenda building meeting minutes and follow-up
Purchase order requisitions tracking and payment confirmations
Domestic and International travel booking to include visas air travel ground transport accommodations
Tracking business expenses and submitting expense reports in a timely fashion and in accordance with company policy
Liaise between local and international admin teams
Demonstrate initiative professionalism and flexibility throughout frequent interruptions conflicting priorities and varying workloads
Maintain confidentiality and discretion in all aspects of team and company information
Other additional and/or alternative duties as assigned from time to time including supporting other departments or Executives as needed
Participate in and exemplify the corporate culture through team and individual interactions and achieving annual targets
Required Experience and Qualifications:
Associates degree and/or at least 6 years of administrative experience
2-4 years proven experience as an Executive Assistant to VP/C-Suite level Executives
Experience working in Concur Oracle Workday and Sharepoint
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word Outlook Powerpoint Teams)
Excellent time management skills and proven ability to meet deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Detail oriented
Strong presentation and public speaking skills
Proactive and works with a sense of urgency
Boston based in-office presence averaging 2 days per week
Some domestic/international travel may be required
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree
Biotech/Life Sciences/Pharma Experience
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At argenx all applicants are welcomed in an inclusive environment. They will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. argenx is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
