Executive Associate, Drug Development Strategy

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Position Summary

The Executive Associate, Drug Development Strategy provides administrative and operational support to the VP, Drug Development Strategy as well as some support to the ED, Portfolio Implementation & Reporting. This role requires a highly proactive, self-directed individual who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and can anticipate needs, exercise sound judgment, and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.

The EA serves as a trusted partner to the DD Strategy leadership and team, optimizing time, ensuring preparedness, and enabling effective execution across a complex and evolving agenda. A high degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support & Prioritization

• Proactively manage complex, rapidly evolving calendars; anticipate conflicts and optimize time against key priorities

• Make real-time scheduling decisions with minimal guidance, exercising strong judgment

• Coordinate travel (domestic and international) and manage expense reporting

Meeting & Operational Execution

• Plan and execute meetings, including logistics, scheduling, and material preparation

• Ensure leadership preparedness through proactive development of agendas, pre-reads, and supporting materials

• Track follow-ups and help drive execution where appropriate

Administrative & Business Support

• Serve as a resource for Workday, IT requests, and expense/budget-related inquiries

• Maintain proficiency in internal systems (e.g., SharePoint, Microsoft Teams)

Prioritization & Decision-Making

• Anticipate needs and identify issues early; take independent action or escalate with context and solutions

• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-change environment

Stakeholder Engagement & Team Collaboration

• Partner effectively across a matrixed organization, engaging stakeholders at all levels

• Communicate clearly and proactively, providing concise updates and recommendations

• Collaborate closely with the administrative community to ensure alignment and coverage

Team & Culture

• Contribute to a positive, collaborative environment within DD S&I as well as with other administrative assistants and partners across organizational levels and functions

• Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to support broader team needs

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college coursework or a completed degree preferred

• Minimum of 3 years of administrative experience required; corporate experience strongly preferred

• Experience supporting senior leaders in a complex, fast-paced environment

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and take initiative

• Strong judgment and decision-making capability, particularly under time pressure

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information

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