Administrative Assistant

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease.  A Japan-based company, our goal is to make people smile by delivering breakthroughs where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, Massachusetts, and Ontario.

Summary of Job

Performs and oversees all administrative related services for Executive Vice President, CP & SVP, Human Resources, and staff.  Position requires broad knowledge of corporate operations and policy.  A high level of administrative support and advanced computer technology experience is required. Ability to multi-task is essential.  Must operate with discretion and great latitude for independent judgment and initiative. 

Essential Functions

• Works directly with C-level executives; serves as a liaison for the Executive Committee and the Board of Directors performing a wide range of administrative duties of a highly responsible and confidential nature. 
• Supports the Corporate Planning (CP) and HR with planning, scheduling and execution of various meetings.
• Supports CP in management of Executive Committee and Board of Directors meetings including agenda preparation and minutes drafting.
• Attend Executive Committee meetings, prepare and maintain meeting notes. Manage data and prepare presentations as needed.
• Collaborates closely with other administrators, business leaders and global colleagues.
• Responsible for the organization and planning of complex remote meetings across multiple time zones and demonstrates flexibility in work schedule to participate in these meetings.
• Exhibit a positive work attitude, high productivity and a collaborative approach with employees across an international environment. Compose correspondence on behalf of EVP from minimal info or written draft, utilizing tactful command of proper business writing and grammar, proof-read documents and presentations. 
• Coordinate and utilize travel procedures to complete domestic and international travel, process travel and expense reimbursement in a timely manner.
• Comply with policies and procedures and manage the contracting,  purchase order and requisition process as related to supporting duties.
• Suggest and drive improvement processes when applicable.
• Additional ad hoc assignments as requested.

Job Requirements

Education

• A High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience     

•    Minimum of 8 years in a corporate environment
•   Pharmaceutical experience preferred.    

Technical Skills

• Proficient in MS Office Suite

Non-Technical Skills

• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, meet deadlines, make decisions, and change course of action quickly. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Strong work ethic is required. Detail oriented and excellent follow through. Has the ability to flex and deal with ambiguity in a dynamic, fast-paced, high growth environment. Has a passion for personal learning and development to be able to grow with the company. Cultural sensitivity and ability to develop consensus within a multinational organization.

Travel

Requires up to 10% domestic and travel

Normal office environment with prolonged sitting and extensive computer work

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It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.

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