Strategic Executive Assistant, Cell Therapy Enterprise

AstraZeneca; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to support the Cell Therapy Enterprise. You will manage calendars, travel, and expenses across global teams, coordinate interviews, and handle confidential information. You will report to the COO, Cell Therapy Enterprise, with VP/SVP support responsibilities.

Key duties include vendor management, event logistics, and procurement support. The role requires 5+ years of experience in a global office environment and strong MS Office,

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5+ years of administrative experience.
• H.S. diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• Broad administrative assistant experience and project management support experience.
• Experience of working within a complex global organization.
• Demonstrate intermediate to advanced PC skills and ability, including Microsoft Office and other industry applications (SharePoint, Zoom, Teams).
• Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Extensive calendar management and proactive meeting preparation.
• Proficiency with Outlook to manage high-volume international calendars, meetings, and events.
• End-to-end travel arrangements domestically and internationally.
• Manage vendor/supplier contracts and assist with purchase orders.
• Coordinate candidate interviews and arrange travel when required.
• Prepare meeting agendas, presentations, and minutes; support town halls and off-sites.

Skills

Administrative experience

MS Office

SharePoint

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Vendor management

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

Outlook

SharePoint

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to support the Cell Therapy Enterprise. You will manage calendars, travel, and expenses across global teams, coordinate interviews, and handle confidential information. You will report to the COO, Cell Therapy Enterprise, with VP/SVP support responsibilities.

Key duties include vendor management, event logistics, and procurement support. The role requires 5+ years of experience in a global office environment and strong MS Office,