Vertex
biotechnology
SeniorAdministrativeAssistant
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“Senior Administrative Assistant at Vertex. Skills: Administrative Support, Cross-functional Coordination, Stakeholder Management, Process Improvement. Provide administrative support. Manage complex calendars”
Industry & Context.
Solve problems proactively
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
4–8+ years administrative experience, Support senior leaders, Manage complex calendaring, Manage travel coordination, Manage shifting priorities, Organizational skills, Planning skills, Project coordination skills, Work with internal senior stakeholders, Work with external business partners, Discretion, Professionalism, Sound judgment, Handle confidential information, Attention to detail, Commitment to accuracy, Work independently, Anticipate needs, Solve problems proactively
Nice to Have
Associate's degree preferred, Bachelor's degree preferred, Biotechnology experience preferred, Pharmaceutical experience preferred, Healthcare experience preferred, Highly regulated environment experience preferred, Familiarity with biotech compliance, Familiarity with pharmaceutical compliance, External partner coordination experience, Coordinate governance meetings experience, Coordinate leadership meetings experience, Coordinate external-facing business activities experience, Support healthcare professional payment tracking experience, Create SharePoint collaboration sites experience, Maintain SharePoint collaboration sites experience, Problem-solving skills, Continuous improvement mindset, Manage competing priorities
What You'll Do.
Provide administrative support
Manage complex calendars
Prioritize scheduling needs
Coordinate internal meetings
Coordinate external meetings
Arrange domestic travel
Arrange international travel
Coordinate alliance-related meetings
Coordinate governance meetings
Coordinate leadership reviews
Coordinate team events
Maintain organized team records
Maintain organized files
Maintain shared documentation systems
Support purchase orders
Support invoice processing
Support budget tracking
Track payments to healthcare professionals
Coordinate payments to healthcare professionals
Set up internal SharePoint sites
Manage internal SharePoint sites
Set up external SharePoint sites
Manage external SharePoint sites
Serve as key point of contact
Ensure timely communication
Ensure professional communication
Identify opportunities to improve processes
Enhance team efficiency
Support special projects
Support business operations activities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Internal stakeholders; External partners; Alliance Management team; Business Development team; Internal teams; External collaborators
Communication Scope
Verbal communication; Written communication
Process & Methodology
Project coordination
Full Job Description
**Job Description** **Role Summary** Vertex is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and experienced Senior Administrative Assistant, Alliance Management to provide administrative and operational support to the Alliance Management team. This role is responsible for managing complex administrative activities, supporting cross-functional coordination, and helping ensure efficient engagement with internal stakeholders and external partners. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal direction. This individual will play a key role in supporting business operations, coordinating activities across Alliance Management and Business Development, and maintaining effective administrative processes in a fast-paced environment. **Key Responsibilities** * Provide administrative support to team members within Alliance Management. * Manage complex calendars, prioritize scheduling needs, and coordinate internal and external meetings across multiple time zones. * Arrange domestic and international travel, including itineraries, logistics, and expense reporting. * Coordinate alliance-related meetings, governance meetings, leadership reviews, and team events. * Maintain organized team records, files, and shared documentation systems. * Support purchase orders, invoice processing, budget tracking, and other operational and administrative workflows. * Track and coordinate payments to healthcare professionals in support of the Business Development team, ensuring complete documentation and alignment with internal processes and compliance requirements. * Set up and manage internal and external SharePoint sites to support secure document transfer, collaboration, and information sharing with internal teams and external partners. * Serve as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and external collaborators, ensuring timely, professional communication. * Identify opportunities to improve administrative pr
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