Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical
Pharmaceutical
ContractorAdministrativeAssistant
“Contractor - Administrative Assistant at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical. Skills: administrative support, process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. managing financial processes. calendar management”
Industry & Context.
motivated problem-solver; find answers
home-based in the Greater Toronto area, supporting personnel and meetings across multiple time zones, Some travel may be required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Superior proficiency in MS Office Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Exceptional attention to detail, Excellent organizational skills, Ability to work on multiple projects with tight deadlines, Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills, Ability to deal effectively with a variety of personnel both internally and outside the company, Must be a self-starter with a positive and flexible attitude
Nice to Have
bilingualism (English/French) is an asset, Previous experience in a start-up organization would be beneficial
What You'll Do.
managing financial processes
meetings/event and other duties and special projects as determined by the VP/GM
Day-to-day administrative support for the Canadian Vice President
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
operating cross-functionally
Communication Scope
Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Process & Methodology
move projects to completion, manage multiple priorities
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