Executive Assistant, Biotech Unit

BeiGene continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.

BeiGene is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the SVP, Head of Biotech Unit and other department members. The person in this role will need to be an experienced, detailed-oriented problem-solver with exceptional flexibility to coordinate across functions.  Additionally, the ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills, the ability to manage the needs of many, be self-motivated, and demonstrates resourcefulness in building relationships across the global BeiGene organization.

Essential Functions of the job:

• Provide administrative support to the SVP, Head of Biotech Unit and other department members
• Manage complex/heavy calendaring, scheduling, expenses and travel
• Understand business priorities and proactively look for ways to streamline the support matrix
• Build and maintain key external relationships via the core business’s needs
• Build and maintain internal cross-functional relationships across BeiGene
• Ensure and maintain confidentiality of all appropriate communications and documentation
• Partner across the Biotech Unit team globally
• Schedule and coordinate candidate phone, video, and in-office interviews
• Process purchase requisitions and contracts
• Provide assistant as needed for assigned department

Education Required: 

• Bachelor degree is a plus

Qualifications:  

• 3 plus years of experience assisting high level leaders; within multiple disciplines a plus
• Extensive experience in efficiently multi-tasking between business partners and priorities
• Ability to take on increased responsibility as the company grows
• Ability to independently work in an ambiguous yet fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities
• Strong organizational and communication skills, team-oriented philosophy, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to relate well with all levels of management and peers
• A positive can-do attitude

Computer Skills:

• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Concur, Zoom

BeiGene Global Competencies

When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Collaborative Spirit, Bold Ingenuity and Driving Excellence, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.

• Fosters Teamwork
• Provides and Solicits Honest and Actionable Feedback
• Self-Awareness
• Acts Inclusively
• Demonstrates Initiative
• Entrepreneurial Mindset
• Continuous Learning
• Embraces Change
• Results-Oriented
• Analytical Thinking/Data Analysis
• Financial Excellence
• Communicates with Clarity

BeiGene is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation packages are determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location. Packages may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor. The recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for a preferred location during the hiring process.  Please note that the listed range reflects the base salary or hourly range only. Non-Commercial roles are eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan, and Commercial roles are eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan. All Company employees have the opportunity to own shares of BeiGene Ltd. stock because all employees are eligible for discretionary equity awards and to voluntarily participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The Company has a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. BeiGene does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.