Executive Associate

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: New Brunswick
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Working with UsChallenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You'll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: .This Executive Associate position will be supporting Executive Director, GPS BI&T - Product Acceleration and Capabilities and Executive Director GPS BI&T - Biopharma and performs highly diverse administrative and project focused duties, which by nature of the position may involve high level contacts and exposure to confidential material necessitating the use of tact, diplomacy, discretion, and judgment. We are looking for a dynamic, performance driven, well organized and flexible individual with proven skills in prioritizing and multi-tasking, as well as the ability to remain poised and focused in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):

• Calendar management as well as timely scheduling ensuring meetings are prioritized and occur within appropriate timelines.
• Leadership and collaboration across the administrative matrix ensuring coordination of calendars, communications, and key initiatives.
• Assist with group operations through scheduling team meetings, performance check-in meetings, etc.
• Partner with the team on communications, organizational events, and key initiatives.
• Prioritizes activities and takes prompt action based on an understanding of departmental objectives and business needs.
• Adhere to T&E policies, including booking international and domestic travel and monthly reconciliation of business expenses for executive(s).
• Ensure manager's preparedness for all meetings (e.g., assemble meeting materials, technology testing, communication to attendees & pre-reads).
• Prioritize and complete support requests in a timely manner (i.e. issues with IT, systems, facilities, etc.)
• Independently researches more complex inquiries and responds or escalates inquiry, recommending solutions as appropriate.
• Meeting planning and logistics support.
• Maintain up to date organizational information for department (organizational charts, etc.)
• Assist with employee onboarding and exits.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by remaining current with BMS continuous learning modules.
• Accountability for EA coordination for governance meetings across the team including special projects/events support, and support to common ways of working. Qualifications:
  • High School degree, some college or degree desirable.
  • 8 years administrative or comparable experience; prior BMS and Executive Associate Experience preferred.
  • Experience in working with international teams is desirable.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Must possess the ability to take initiative and adapt to frequently changing priorities.
  • Proactive, solution-oriented approach to collaboration with strong decision-making.
  • Ability to work and think independently with the ability to analyze and solve complex problems with excellent judgment and provide high quality work with attention to detail.
  • Capability in order to guide assigned projects to successful conclusions.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point). Knowledge of BMS Systems and Processes strongly preferred.
  • Concur Travel and T&E, Ariba/SAP, Sharepoint, eSetup, Workday, Room Scheduler experience strongly desired.
    • Demonstrates ability to prioritize, pro-actively work independently and collaboratively with other administrative assistants/external partners, across organizational levels, functions, and supports business needs across different time-zones and during periods of heavy workload.
    • Ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to competing priorities while remaining focused.
    • Successful candidate must be able to learn new tools and systems in an ever-evolving environment.
    • Exhibits a positive work attitude and high productivity.
    • Space planning and coordination with facilities to ensure our needs are represented and met. If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career. Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers With a single vision as inspiring as Transforming patients' lives through science---, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career. Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing CareersWith a single vision as inspiring as Transforming patients' lives through science--- , every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.On-site Protocol BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role: Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function. BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to . Visit to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement. BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters. BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.

Keywords: Disability Solutions, Greenwich , Executive Associate, Other , New Brunswick, Connecticut