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Administrative Assistant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Cambridge
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need 3+ years in executive admin support, experience with confidential info, and excellent skills in Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office products.
  • You will manage schedules, coordinate meetings, secure travel arrangements, and oversee deliverables like expense reports and budgets while supporting Executives to meet deadlines.

Requirements

  • 3+ years previous experience in administrative support for executive roles
  • Multiple years of experience managing confidential information with discretion
  • Excellent computer skills: Outlook (e-mail and calendar management), Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

  • Manage extremely active schedules utilizing Outlook, preparing for meetings, coordinate in-house and off-site meetings for small and large groups (including agenda, accommodations, transportation, catering), and secure travel arrangements (hotel, airfare, etc.)
  • Monitor and manage key deliverables (e.g., expense reports, purchase orders, budget reconciliation, etc.), establish, manage and adhere to action plans with Executives to meet deadlines

FAQs

Is this position remote or on-site?

This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement, allowing you to work from your home.

What are the essential requirements for this role?

The essential requirements include 3+ years of previous experience in administrative support for executive roles, experience managing confidential information with discretion, and excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Who will I be providing support to in this position?

You will provide administrative support to the Vice President of Portfolio Management, the Director of Corporate Development, and other stakeholders of the team.

What skills are required for this role?

Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to multi-task, attention to detail, ability to work with confidential information, and the initiative to work in a dynamic, fast-paced global environment are required.

What types of tasks will I be handling as an Administrative Assistant?

You will manage active schedules, prepare for meetings, coordinate in-house and off-site meetings, secure travel arrangements, and monitor key deliverables such as expense reports and budget reconciliation.

How does Abcam promote diversity and inclusion?

Abcam values diversity and recognizes the benefits of various perspectives in the workforce. They are committed to being an inclusive employer, supporting unique attributes present in their associates, customers, and shareholders.

What is Abcam's vision?

Abcam's vision is to be the most influential life sciences company for researchers worldwide, driving impactful progress in critical scientific areas.

What is the application process like?

For detailed information on the application process, please refer to the career page of Danaher or the specifics provided during the interview process. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.

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Technology
Industry
11-50
Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

myGwork is the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Our mission is to make the workplace more inclusive for all by providing individual users and partner organizations access to a wide eco-system of services, including job opportunities, training, mentoring, employer branding, and free community events. Joining the platform is free for individual members, which supports myGwork’s goal of ensuring that the platform's benefits are as accessible and as far-reaching as possible. Corporate members get a tailored service, with carefully curated product packages to help them achieve all their DE&I goals. myGwork organizes two annual events, WorkFair – the largest virtual global career fair for the LGBTQ+ professionals, graduates and students, and WorkPride – a week-long global conference for the LGBTQ+ business community and allies during Pride Month. The company also recently launched the myGwork Academy, delivering practical and relevant LGBTQ+ training education to help create inclusive workplaces for all.