Senior Executive Assistant – VP, Patient Access and Services at Amgen | Torre

Senior Executive Assistant – VP, Patient Access and Services

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Full-time

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USD85.5k - 115k/year
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Remote (for United States residents)
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At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.Senior Executive Assistant – VP, Patient Access and ServicesWhat you will doLet’s do this. Let’s change the world.As a Senior Executive Assistant supporting the Vice President of Patient Access and Services in the Rare Disease Business Unit, you will play a critical role in ensuring seamless operational execution and strategic support to one of the most pivotal leadership roles at Amgen. You will be a proactive partner and gatekeeper, ensuring the VP’s priorities are met with precision, confidentiality, and foresight. You will act as an extension of the PA&S Leader and their leadership team strengthening culture and reputation in our mission to serve Rare patients.This role requires superior organizational acumen, discretion, and the ability to communicate across all levels of the organization. You will also be expected to operate with a high degree of independence and decision-making capability, ensuring the VP remains focused on delivering impact across the patient access and services ecosystem.Key Responsibilities:Executive Operations & Calendar LeadershipStrategically manage the VP’s complex calendar, proactively resolving conflicts and aligning with business prioritiesPrepare agendas along with corresponding resources, pre-reads for external meetings as well as internal PA&S LT meetingsCoordinate domestic and international travel and logistics, ensuring seamless itineraries and documentation supportManage expense reporting, timekeeping, and approvals in compliance with corporate policiesProvide oversight and accountability on key corporate initiatives such as HR training, compliance, etc. to ensure visibility and timely completion organization wideDevelop executive communications, in alignment with VP and SPO and distribute on behalf of VP and PA&S LTMaintain engagement plan including Compliance, external meetings and recognition/culture cadenceStrategic & Confidential SupportHandle sensitive and highly confidential communications, including strategic initiatives, HR matters, and patient services planningPrepare and edit correspondence, presentations, and briefing materials for executive meetingsAttend select leadership meetings to take notes, manage follow-ups, and support key deliverablesWork closely with the Strategic Planning & Operations director on PA&S Team calendar, VP Engagement Plan, Culture calendar and recognition opportunitiesSupport talent onboarding and offboarding processesCross-Functional CollaborationLiaise effectively with Patient Access and Services leadership team, Rare Disease Commercial team, Corporate Affairs, and key enterprise functionsServe as a point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners on behalf of the VPSupport planning and coordination of key leadership meetings, team offsites, and business reviewsProject Management & Event CoordinationTrack timelines and deliverables for strategic initiatives and executive-level projectsManage logistics and execution for internal and external events, advisory boards, and cross-functional planning sessionsAssist in budget tracking and procurement processes for the VP’s officeWinWhat we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is an operationally strong and service-oriented leader with the following qualifications.Basic Qualifications:Associate’s degree and 4 years of administrative experience; ORHigh school diploma / GED and 6 years of administrative experiencePreferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degreeExecutive assistance experienceStrong technical knowledge and experience especially with Amgen’s internal infrastructuresAbility to attend onsite meetings in Deerfield(Microsoft Vista, Microsoft Visio, SharePoint, SAP, IS Online Service Request, Help Desk; Concur/Expense Reporting; Carlson Wagonlit Travel; e-Finity)Exceptional communication skills – oral and writtenSelf-starter who can function autonomouslyFocus on deliverables within agreed upon deadlinesAbility to pay close attention to detail and manage several projects simultaneouslyTeam Player – ability to function as an integral member of a small teamHoned leadership skillsOutstanding interpersonal skillsExcellent Microsoft suite abilityExcellent time management and project management skillsInnovative, creative, flexibleThriveWhat you can expect from usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accountsA discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive planStock-based long-term incentivesAward-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdownsFlexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible