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Job Description

About the role:

At Takeda, we are a forward-looking, world-class R&D organization that unlocks innovation and delivers transformative therapies to patients. By focusing R&D efforts on four therapeutic areas and other targeted investments, we push the boundaries of what is possible in order to bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.

Join us as a Senior Administrative Assistant - Oncology in our Cambridge office. You will support a member of the oncology development leadership team and their respective function. You will work in partnership with a dynamic and collaborative team of administrative professionals.  

How you will contribute:

• Efficiently manages time and activities for leaders, including scheduling, expense management, and travel arrangements. 

• Understands and educates team members on company policies, clearly communicating business requirements and leveraging a wide network to execute responsibilities adeptly. 

• Communicates effectively, ensuring clear, concise, and timely information exchange across all levels of the organization. Engages in active listening, providing constructive feedback, and adapting communication styles to suit different audiences. 

• Drives process improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies, analyzing root causes, and implementing constructive solutions.   

• Expertly navigates and utilizes various systems for document review, storage, and collaboration. Guides colleagues through enterprise platforms, ensuring efficient and effective use. Continuously seeks innovative ways to leverage Takeda systems and tools to meet the evolving needs of projects and teams. 

• Collaborates effectively within a team environment, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to collective success.   

• Skilled in creative projects, such as designing newsletters or planning team-building activities. 

• Maintains confidentiality in all responsibilities. 

• Performs additional operational and project-related duties as required, ensuring the smooth execution of tasks and contributing to the overall success of the team and organization. 

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED required. Associates degree preferred.   

• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combina