Executive Assistant

GSK; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK is seeking an Executive Assistant in Stevenage, UK, to provide high-level support to the Senior Vice President of Tech Transformation and Operations. The role operates within a hybrid model, combining on-site collaboration with remote work flexibility.

You will manage complex calendars, coordinate travel across domestic and international destinations, and support strategic projects for the SVP and leadership team, ensuring confidentiality and professional conduct at all times.

Qualifications

• Experience in roles requiring independent problem-solving and regular interaction with senior executives.
• 2) Experience handling sensitive or confidential information and applying sound judgment in a professional environment.
• 3) Experience arranging complex business travel and managing calendars for senior leaders.
• 4) Experience using financial, procurement, or expense management systems (e.g., Concur, SAP, Oracle, Workday, or equivalent).
• 5) Experience supporting senior leaders and effectively influencing stakeholders through strong communication, judgment, and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated executive support to the SVP of Tech Transformation and Operations.
• 3) Lead and coordinate departmental and executive-level projects with timely delivery.
• 4) Manage multiple priorities and deadlines while delivering high-quality results.
• 5) Identify and implement process improvements to enhance team effectiveness.
• 6) Build relationships with senior stakeholders across functions.
• 7) Arrange complex domestic and international business travel and calendar management.
• 8) Utilize financial, procurement, and expense systems to support operations.
• 9) Maintain office systems, records, and admin processes.
• 10) Provide support for meetings, conferences, and events as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving

Executive support

Data management

Digital fluency

Office management

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

Executive Assistant

Key Responsibilities

In this individual contributor role, you will provide dedicated executive support to the Senior Vice President (SVP) of Tech Transformation and Operations, delivering end-to-end executive support and project coordination for the SVP's organization.

• Act as an independent problem solver, confidently navigating and partnering with senior leaders across the organization.
• Provide dedicated, high-level executive administrative support to the SVP of Tech Transformation and Operations and the wider leadership team as required.
• Lead and coordinate departmental and executive-level projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment.
• Manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines while delivering high-quality results.
• Proactively identify and implement process improvements to enhance team effectiveness.
• Build and manage relationships with senior stakeholders, ensuring effective collaboration across functions.
• Handle highly confidential information with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.
• Arrange complex domestic and international business travel and provide proactive calendar management.
• Utilize financial, procurement, and expense management systems to support operational activities, resolve issues, and ensure timely processing of requests.
• Maintain office systems, records, and administrative processes, including contact and distribution lists.
• Provide occasional support for meetings, conferences, and events, including venue coordination and liaison with technology, facilities, catering, security, and other service providers as needed. This is a minor component of the role and not a primary responsibility.

Basic Qualifications

Associate degree or equivalent qualification.

• Experience in roles requiring independent problem-solving and regular interaction with senior executives.
• Experience handling sensitive or confidential information and applying sound judgment in a professional environment.
• Experience arranging complex business travel and managing calendars for senior leaders.
• Experience using financial, procurement, or expense management systems (e.g., Concur, SAP, Oracle, Workday, or equivalent).
• Experience supporting senior leaders and effectively influencing stakeholders through strong communication, judgment, and business acumen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using SharePoint.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Experience with budget tracking and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to operate with pace and agility, using evidence and judgment to balance speed, rigor, and risk.
• Flexible working style with the ability to support stakeholders across multiple time zones.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality results, overcoming challenges, and maintaining a strong focus on execution.

Work Arrangements

Primary Location: Stevenage, UK

Additional locations may be considered:

• GSK Headquarters, UKs
• Upper Providence, Pennsylvania, USA
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
• Wavre, Belgium

This role follows GSK's hybrid working model, combining on-site collaboration with remote working flexibility.

Application Information

Closing Date for Applications: 11 September 2026

Please take a copy of this Job Description, as it will not be available after the advertisement closes.

Skills

Business Application Support, Customer Service, Data Management, Digital Fluency, Office Management

Belgium Salary Range / Fourchette salariale - Belgique

EUR 45,375 to EUR 75,625The annual gross base salary range for new hires in this position is listed above for each applicable location. These ranges take into account a number of factors including the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position may offer an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. More detailed information on the total benefits package will be supplied during the recruitment process. This role is available for applicants from multiple locations, and