Strategic Executive Assistant to the CEO

Legend Biotech, Inc.; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Legend Biotech, based in Bridgewater, New Jersey, is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO. The role requires proactive calendar management, travel planning, and handling confidential correspondence to keep the CEO focused on strategic priorities.

The successful candidate will bring 5+ years of C-suite support experience, exceptional organization, discretion, and a working knowledge of AI tools to enhance productivity while maintaining strict governance and privacy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years supporting a C-suite executive, ideally in biotech/pharma or fast-paced environments.
• Exceptional organizational skills and follow-through; able to manage ambiguity.
• Discretion with confidential information and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with calendar, travel, and expense management tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex calendar, prioritize requests, resolve conflicts, and protect focus time.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, flights, hotels, and visas.
• Plan logistics for meetings, leadership offsites, investor conferences and congresses.
• Triage correspondence, flag time-sensitive items, and draft routine responses.
• Prepare materials for meetings and Board sessions; proofread communications.
• Process expense reports and manage budgets for the CEO's office.
• Serve as a trusted contact for senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate site visits and town halls across locations, including international sites.
• Anticipate administrative needs and maintain confidentiality on sensitive matters.
• Maintain strict confidentiality on governance and personnel information.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Expense management

Discretion

AI literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Outlook

Concur

AI tools

Job description

Legend Biotech, based in Bridgewater, New Jersey, is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO. The role requires proactive calendar management, travel planning, and handling confidential correspondence to keep the CEO focused on strategic priorities.

The successful candidate will bring 5+ years of C-suite support experience, exceptional organization, discretion, and a working knowledge of AI tools to enhance productivity while maintaining strict governance and privacy.