Lead Associate, Administrative Services — Infectious Diseases & Vaccines

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA

West Point, PA, USA
$94,300 - $148,400; annual bonus + long-term incen...
Hybrid
Executive administrative support
Coordinate meetings and appointments
Manage complex travel arrangements
The Lead Associate position supports Vice Presidents in Infectious Diseases and Vaccines and Quantitative Biosciences, managing general administrative duties with little supervision

Job Summary

  • The Lead Associate position supports Vice Presidents in Infectious Diseases and Vaccines and Quantitative Biosciences, managing general administrative duties with little supervision.
  • Key responsibilities include coordinating executive communications, scheduling travel, managing department procurement, and planning meetings and special projects.
  • The role requires at least 10 years of administrative assistant experience, 3 years supporting executives, advanced computer skills, and experience with travel and expense processing systems.

Matching Summary

The Lead Associate position supports Vice Presidents in Infectious Diseases and Vaccines and Quantitative Biosciences, managing general administrative duties with little supervision.

Salary

$94,300 - $148,400; Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligibility; Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, sick days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Executive administrative support
  • Coordinate meetings and appointments
  • Manage complex travel arrangements
  • Process expense reports and invoices
  • Maintain strict confidentiality
  • SAP/Concur/ADP system experience

Nice-to-have

  • Proactive problem-solving
  • Agile mindset and teamwork
  • Professional interaction with executives
  • Creativity in task prioritization

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years Administrative Assistant experience
  • Minimum 3 years supporting Executives
  • Advanced MS Office Suite skills
  • Complex multi-leg travel coordination experience
  • Visa/Passport application processing experience
  • SAP/Concur/ADP or related system experience

Work Rights

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

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