Admin Assistant Senior

Position Description

Genzyme Corporation, ranked as one of the foremost biotechnology companies in the world, is committed to providing an exceptional environment in which individuals can excel, and achieve their professional and personal goals. Genzyme Corporation has been selected by FORTUNE magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For in 2006 in the United States". By applying for a position with Genzyme, you are taking the first step toward becoming a part of our dynamic and talented team, and sharing in our continued success

Senior Administrative Assistant

This position will support the SVP, Marketing and Strategic Development for Cardiometabolic and Renal and the SVP and Associate GM, Renal. The candidate will provide high level administrative support, manage departmental communication, coordinate meetings, maintain calendars, make travel arrangements and do expense reports. Other responsibilities will include providing guidance and training to less experienced administrative staff and preparing grammatically correct correspondence, budget reports and presentations. The candidate must exercise discretion and judgment in handling confidential information. This individual will provide clerical support as necessary, including filing, faxing, copying, performing data entry, etc.

Basic Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5+ years of related experience and a H.S. diploma or equivalent. At least 5 years experience utilizing complex functions in MS Office applications including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.

Preferred experience. Associate's degree preferred. Experience with confidential or proprietary information preferred. Proven ability to work independently and effectively handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment required. A team player is a must as well as excellent interpersonal and strong organizational skills, and effective communication across different levels within the organization. *MN