Executive Assistant & HR Operations Lead

AstraZeneca; Ataşehir; On-site; TRY 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca in Istanbul, Ataşehir on site, is seeking an Executive Assistant & HR Representative to provide high‑quality administrative support to the General Manager and coordinate cross‑functional activities.

In addition to calendar management and travel logistics, you will support day‑to‑day HR processes, payroll coordination, and adherence to HR policies, while maintaining confidentiality and professional communication with internal teams and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience in executive assistance, senior-level administrative support, HR operations, or a mixed business support role.
• Experience supporting a senior executive or leadership team.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English and Turkish.
• Discretion and integrity handling confidential business and employee information.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and organizational support to the General Manager.
• Manage the General Manager's calendar, appointments, meetings, and changing priorities.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, leadership events, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare and coordinate documents and briefing materials for leadership meetings.
• Handle confidential, sensitive, and business-critical information with discretion.
• Support day-to-day HR processes, payroll-related coordination, and HR policy implementation.
• Assist recruitment administration, onboarding and employee lifecycle activities.

Skills

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Interpersonal skills

Discretion & integrity

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

HR systems

Job description

AstraZeneca in Istanbul, Ataşehir on site, is seeking an Executive Assistant & HR Representative to provide high‑quality administrative support to the General Manager and coordinate cross‑functional activities.

In addition to calendar management and travel logistics, you will support day‑to‑day HR processes, payroll coordination, and adherence to HR policies, while maintaining confidentiality and professional communication with internal teams and external partners.