Senior Administrative Assistant
PAREXEL, Durham, NC, United States
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Job Title:
Senior Administrative Assistant
Job Introduction:
At Parexel, we are a leading Clinical Research Organization company specializing in delivering life-changing medicines to patients. We are seeking a highly efficient, dynamic, personable and detail-oriented Senior Administrative Assistant to support the Executive Assistant to the CEO. This role is crucial in ensuring smooth operations and providing secondary support to the CEO's office. The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, and able to handle multiple tasks with discretion and professionalism. This role requires the ability to work effectively both in-office 4 days per week at our Durham, NC location and remotely.
Who we are looking for:
Highly organized, dynamic, personable, and detail-oriented individuals with a passion for excellence in administrative support. Who will provide high-level administrative support, manage complex schedules, plan seamless and organized travel itineraries who possess excellent problem-solving and analytical skills while demonstrating impeccable communication skills.
What you will do:
Manage complex calendars and schedule meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements
Work closely with the CEO's office
Assist the CEO's Executive Assistant in managing daily administrative tasks
Act as secondary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
Help schedule meetings as directed
Organize and maintain files and records
Coordinate and plan events, meetings, and conferences
Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Assist with special projects and research as assigned
Provide administrative support to other C-level executives at times
Compose and submit expense reports
Additional details:
3-5+ years of experience as an executive assistant or in a similar role is required in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational and time management abilities, an eye for detail, the ability to multitask and work under pressure, and a high level of self-motivation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with Concur or a similar expense report management tool is required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
Why join us:
Opportunity to work on innovative projects at the forefront of the industry.
Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values your expertise.
Professional advancement and development opportunities.
Work life balance and flexible working hours.
Parexel US Benefits:
Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
Work/Life Balance
401(k) with Company match
Pet Insurance
Full list of benefits available here: https://www.parexel.com/us-benefits
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