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Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us.

This position will report to and support the Vice President, Head of Immunology Clinical Development. We are looking for a dynamic, performance driven, well organized and flexible individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This individual must be able to work independently and make decisions on behalf of the leader, in regard to calendar and travel events, as well as understand how to work professionally and effectively with matrix teams.

• Perform highly diverse and complex administrative functions, including but not limited to proactive calendar management, domestic and international travel arrangements, preparing expense reports
• Support the senior members of the clinical development team with key administrative functions.
• Responsible for the organization and planning of complex and sometimes remote meetings across multiple time zones
• Interface in a professional manner with BMS employees, including senior executives and matrix team members, as well as ability to work in a group setting with the other administrative staff.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and demonstrate diplomacy and excellent judgment dealing with sensitive situations
• Be knowledgeable about leaders’ people-management responsibilities and the activities that enable leaders to effectively perform their personnel-related responsibilities
• Anticipate key issues and implement action plans based on changing priorities and commitments. Be able and willing to adapt to constant change and to quickly course correct when necessary
• Exhibit a positive work attitude, high productivity and a collaborative approach with other employees, including colleagues across functions and other divisions.
• Work with the more senior assistants to prioritize activities and take action based on an understanding of department objectives, customer needs and BMS business strategies

Requirements

• Successful candidate must possess at least 5 years of administrative experience with significant experience supporting a senior leader
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Candidate must possess strong interpersonal and organizing skills in dealing with all levels of management internally and externally; working collaboratively with other executive assistants
• Must possess the ability to take initiative and adapt to frequently changing priorities
• Strong communication skills including excellent verbal and written skills
• Proactive, solution-oriented approach and collaborative
• Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Concur, Purchasing systems SharePoint and WorkDay
• Ability to prioritize and support multiple executives at the same time

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers

With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

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Bristol Myers Squibb is a leading global biopharma company focused on discovering, developing and delivering innovative medicines for patients with serious diseases in areas including oncology, hematology, immunology, cardiovascular, fibrosis and neuroscience. Our employees work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.