Executive Assistant
JOB_53789734776104Job type
PermanentLocation
UxbridgeWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Personal Assistant / Executive AssistantsIndustry
Healthcare & MedicalPay
£45k - £60k
Executive Assistant opportunity to support the executive team
Your new company
A fast‑growing global pharmaceutical company that develops, manufactures, and distributes generic, biosimilar and medicines in more than 85 countries worldwide.
Your new role
As Executive Assistant, you will provide high‑level administrative and organisational support to the Executive Team, enabling leaders to operate efficiently across a fast‑paced, innovative pharmaceutical environment.
- Provide day‑to‑day support to senior executives, including diary management, inbox oversight and preparation of briefing materials
- Coordinate internal and external meetings, ensuring leaders are fully prepared with the right information and agendas.
- Manage travel arrangements, itineraries and logistical planning for domestic and international business requirements
- Prepare high‑quality documents, reports and presentations for internal stakeholders
- Support coordination of leadership activities and cross‑functional initiatives, ensuring deadlines are met
- Handle sensitive and confidential information in line with company standards
- Ensure the executive office operates efficiently, identifying opportunities for process improvements
- Act as a key point of contact between the Executive Team and internal/external stakeholders.
- Draft communications, meeting summaries and follow‑up actions when required
- Assist with project tracking, status reporting and organisation of strategic planning sessions
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities that support the company's mission to deliver high‑quality medicines efficiently and innovatively
What you'll need to succeed
- Prior EA/PA experience supporting senior leadership or executives
- Exceptional organisational and time‑management skills
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment
- High level of discretion, professionalism and emotional intelligence
- Proficiency with MS Office and business systems
- Experience within the pharmaceutical, healthcare or life sciences sectors
- Ability to operate in a global, matrixed organisation
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary + benefits
- Be part of a rapidly expanding global organisation recognised for its agility and innovation in pharmaceuticals
- Opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and influence the efficiency of a high‑impact executive function
- Meaningful work contributing to better patient access and healthcare outcomes worldwide
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Talk to Melody Rossell, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Guildford, 2000 Cathedral Square, Cathedral HillTelephone 03330104727