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Executive Assistant

Aerogen

Chicago, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acute Care, Administrative Skills, Aerosols, Board Meeting, Business Growth, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Establish Priorities, Executive Assistant Skills , Identify Issues, Leadership, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Needs Assessment, Organizational Development/Management, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Plan Meetings, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Purchase Orders, Reimbursement, Respiratory Therapy, Standards of Care, Team Building, Team Player, Time Management, Travel Planning, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
3 days ago
About Aerogen:Headquartered in the vibrant city of Galway, Ireland, with offices around the world, Aerogen is proud to be the world leader in acute care aerosol drug delivery. Recognised through multiple MedTech awards and ten-time winner of the Zenith award for Respiratory Care Excellence in North America, collectively our employees make a difference to patients' lives every day, having already reached 20 million patients in over 80 countries.
Our talented and skilled team collaborate to innovate, challenge and test not only in relation to our products but every facet ofhow we work. We lead the way, finding innovative solutions to even the most complex problems, all in the name of delivering better patient care.
Our business is growing rapidly across the globe and as we grow, our core culture of "We Care" universally connects us. We believe that your ambition and integrity fuels ours and we are committed to supporting our employees to reach their full potential through tangible investment in their careers. Join us as we continue to #discoverbetter.

What is the Role?The person in this role is responsible for supporting the President, Americas and North America Leadership Team. The role will suit an energetic, driven, highly organized individual who enjoys a challenge, and understands the needs and asks of a dynamic and growing Medtech company. This is a varied and diverse role which requires a high degree of proactivity, tenacity, flexibility, initiative, passion and confidentiality.

What are the key responsibilities?• Work closely and effectively with the President and Senior Leaders to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.
• This role requires frequent orchestration with senior colleagues and implies handling highly confidential and sensitive information.
• As an Executive Assistant you will offer proficient organizational and project management support to the Americas VP and NA Leadership Team to support with the fast paced, agile and world-class levels of
operations we run.
• You will provide calendar management for the Americas President, implement processes to optimize their time, act as a liaison for direct reports and key colleagues.
• Complete a broad variety of administrative tasks including managing an active calendar and assess priority of appointments along with preparation and set up for key meetings such as Board meeting/senior leadership team meetings/companywide calls.
• Process expenses, reimbursement claims, manage PO's and travel itineraries, and agendas with the utmost discretion.
• The EA will ensure and help implement a smooth running of our business with ample opportunities to grow and improve the impact of the leaders and teams you support.
• Support the set-up of corporate wide events and communication in collaboration with other departments such as Marketing and People & Organizational Development.
• Act independently to determine most efficient methods and procedures on new assignments.
• Interact with employees, executive team, customers and all guests on the President and leader's behalf.
• Compose, prepare, transcribe, and maintain correspondence, reports and other complex documents for internal and external use.
• Provide a wide variety of administrative support as designated.

What education and experience are required?• A minimum of 5 years' executive support experience.
• Experience preparing and managing project workstreams, timelines and tasks lists and holding people to account for, while balancing calendar management for the President with internal and external partners.
• In depth, proven executive support experience ideally in a global/international environment.

What key skills will make you great at the role?• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of management and employees.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Ability to prioritize/multi-task and work independently in a fast paced, high-growth environment.
• Have a proactive, can-do attitude, able to adapt and learn in a fast-growing business.
• Highly resourceful team-player with the ability to also be extremely effective independently.
• Confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive records and information.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.

What is it like to work at Aerogen?

Our purpose is to transform patient lives, and our ethos is to #discoverbetter. This also translates to how we look after our people. We want talented, passionate and engaged people to join Aerogen and build your career with us. We understand that your life evolves through different stages, and we are here to support our global team with a range of financial and non-financial rewards and benefits. There's something for everyone! Here is an idea of what we offer:
• Competitive bonus plan.
• Above market life insurance.
• Opportunities for development and professional growth.
• "Aerogen Connect" - our employee-led program that helps our global teams unite and have fun.
• We donate 1% of profits and time to charities and organizations.

Visit our careers website for more information about life at Aerogen.

Aerogen is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. If you have difficulty using our application process, please contact us via email at [email protected]. Please provide your name and preferred contact method.

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