Executive Assistant

Uxbridge
2 days ago
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Talentmark are recruiting for an Executive Assistant to join a global pharmaceutical company on a contract basis for 10 months (part-time, up to 21 hours per week).

Salary:
Up to £20 per hour PAYE.

Executive Assistant Role:

Manage full logistics support for senior Executive(s) and team, including complex calendar management, meeting coordination, travel planning, expenses and general office administration.
Act as a key liaison for internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating strong judgement and professional communication skills.
Handle highly sensitive departmental and company information with complete discretion and confidentiality.
Prioritise and manage multiple deadlines within a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Work independently with minimal supervision, using initiative and strong follow-through to ensure tasks are completed to a high standard.Your Background:

Proven experience supporting senior executives within a corporate environment, ideally within pharmaceuticals or life sciences.
Strong calendar and travel management experience, including international coordination.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant business systems.
Discreet, professional and comfortable handling confidential information.Company:
Our client is a leading global biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and delivery of innovative medicines that help patients live longer, healthier lives.

Location:
This role is based at our client’s site in Uxbridge.

Apply:
For more information, or to apply for this Executive Assistant role please contact the Key Accounts Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). Please quote reference (phone number removed).

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK.
Please note: This role may be subject to a satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

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