Executive Assistant to COO, Cell Therapy Enterprise

AstraZeneca; Santa Monica (CA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives eligibility

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement programs

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant for the Cell Therapy Enterprise in Santa Monica. You will support the COO and VP/SVP-level executives, manage calendars, travel, expenses, and contracts across global operations.

This hybrid role requires strong administrative and project-management skills, with experience across a complex multinational organization and demanding schedules. You will engage with internal and external partners to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5+ years of administrative experience
• Ability to manage complex calendars and travel logistics
• Experience supporting C-suite or VP-level executives in a global organization

Responsibilities

• Facilitate internal and external meetings and manage scheduling
• Coordinate travel arrangements and expenses
• Oversee vendor/contracts and procurement in line with AZ policy
• Coordinate candidate interviews and onboarding/offboarding processes

Skills

Administrative experience

Project management

Calendar management

Communication

Multitasking

Proactive problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant for the Cell Therapy Enterprise in Santa Monica. You will support the COO and VP/SVP-level executives, manage calendars, travel, expenses, and contracts across global operations.

This hybrid role requires strong administrative and project-management skills, with experience across a complex multinational organization and demanding schedules. You will engage with internal and external partners to ensure smooth operations.