Executive Assistant/Project Coordinator

Title:

Executive Assistant/Project Coordinator

Company:

Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc.

 

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

 Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description:

WHAT - Summary & Purpose of the Position

The Executive Assistant and Project Coordinator provides high quality, comprehensive, and timely administrative and operational support to ensure seamless coordination and execution of activities across the US Regulatory Advertising and Promotion team and the US Field Medical team. This role is responsible for a broad range of administrative and project support functions, including complex calendar and travel management, expense processing, procurement and contract coordination, document preparation, repository management, and logistical support for meetings and events.
 

This role will serve as a key liaison between departmental leadership and internal and external partners, supporting efficient communication, accurate documentation, and compliant execution of operational processes. The role also contributes to project coordination activities, including meeting planning, scribing and tracking action items, facilitating vendor setup and procurement workflows, and collaborating with cross functional teams to ensure timely completion of deliverables. In addition, the EA/PC will support ad hoc projects and evolving initiatives as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the teams.

This position reports directly to the Head of US Regulatory Advertising and Promotion, with a dotted line reporting relationship to the Head of US Field Medical, supporting initiatives across both departments.

WHAT - Main Responsibilities & Technical Competencies

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Travel:  Using company-approved travel vendors, arrange domestic and international travel for Regulatory and US Field Medical Heads, including flights, trains, ground transport, hotels, etc.  Prepare relevant documentation and itinerary packages for traveling staff in a timely manner prior to their departure.  Coordinate real-time travel issues as they arise.
• Preparing, submitting, and tracking expense reports for Regulatory and US Field Medical Heads and direct reports, as directed. Review expense reports for Regulatory and US Field Medical Heads and direct reports.
• Initiation, management, and completion of Procure to Pay (P2P) process in its entirety, including, but not limited to:
  • Initiation of contracts in compliance with SOP and policy, including engagement of all functions (Procurement, Legal, Business Ethics, Advocacy, Finance), contracting counterparties, and systems necessary for timely approvals and compliant contracting.
  • Establishment and management of vendors in Accounts Payable systems.
  • Assisting group heads with budget and spend reviews.
  • In alignment with departmental budgets, creating commitment requests and PO’s, executing goods receipts for work performed/completed, and processing invoices in K2, tracking of payments.
• Uploading fully executed agreements/contracts into iCAP and development and maintenance of departmental repositories.   Maintain repository of documentation for IEPAC.
• Maintaining calendars of designated team members as required: Responsible for meticulous calendar management, including planning meetings, coordinating recurring event and communicating with multiple parties to schedule large scale internal/external meetings.
• Providing fluid support across both corporate and personal calendars including travel and appointments.
• Coordinate departmental meetings, along with scribing and action item tracking. 
• Coordinating small and large meetings and events, both on and off-site, in collaboration with administrative staff from other locations, both domestic and international, as appropriate.
• Follow-up actionable items arising from meetings e.g., producing minutes and ensuring timely distribution of relevant documents.
• Preparing and managing documents; drafting, editing, and proofing various types of documents, including agreements, memos, correspondence, and presentation materials (e.g., PowerPoint presentations).
• Performing additional duties and assigned projects to achieve overall business objectives.
• Collaborate with local Talent Acquisition partners to coordinate interview scheduling for candidates and manage new hire onboarding and travel arrangements.

HOW - Knowledge & Experience

Knowledge & Experience (essential):

• 2+ years prior experience as an Executive Assistant to high level executive.
• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant within a similar industry sector, e.g., pharmaceutical, or international business
• Prior experience working with remote, international teams in a globally matrixed organization.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple and complex international travel arrangements while planning all aspects of complex meetings, on and off-site.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint), Ariba, K2 and other Ipsen systems.
• Knowledge of teleconference equipment (Microsoft Teams) or other related software
• Strong attention to detail, excellent interpersonal and direct communication skills, and demonstrated cross-cultural understanding and sensitivity.
• Ability to see the big picture, while keeping an eye on the details.
• Ability to represent the company and Regulatory and Medical Affairs in a highly professional manner.
• Ability to take initiative with a positive attitude in all circumstances.
• Flexible; independent problem solving and self-direction.

Knowledge & Experience (preferred):

• Background of working in an international business functional area is preferred.
• Experience with Concur is strongly preferred.

Education / Certifications (essential):

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Education / Certifications (preferred):

•  B.A./B.S. or equivalent is preferred.

Language(s) (essential):

•  Fluent in English

Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. conducts background screening, reference checks, and drug testing as part of its pre-employment screening process. This description is not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements for the position. This position may change or assume additional duties at any time.  The employee may be requested to perform different or additional duties as assigned.

All Employees are expected to adhere to all company policies and act as a role model for company values.

This is an hourly position, with a base pay range equivalent to an annualized salary of $85,000 to $110,000.

This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentives program.

At Ipsen we are proud to offer a comprehensive employee benefits package, including 401(k) with company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, as well as flexible spending accounts. Ipsen also provides parental leave, paid time off, a discretionary winter shutdown, well-being allowance, commuter benefits, and much more.

The pay range displayed above is the range of base pay compensation within which Ipsen expects to pay for this role at the time of this posting. Individual compensation within this range depends on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, prior education and experience, job-related knowledge and demonstrated skills.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application. Ipsen is an equal opportunity employer that strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.