Executive Operations & Board Affairs Manager

Executive Operations & Board Affairs Manager

We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. We were founded in 1996 by a family seeking a cure for their daughter's pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Today, we have six FDA-approved therapies that treat PAH, pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer. Our near-term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis (PF). The cure for end-stage life-threatening diseases like PAH, PH-ILD, PF, and many others is an organ transplant, but only a small percentage of donated organs are available to address the vast need. For this reason, we are working to create manufactured organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers available for transplant. We believe an unlimited supply of tolerable, transplantable organs will eliminate the transplant waiting list and cure end-stage organ diseases for which transplant is not currently an option.

This is a unique opportunity to serve at the center of executive leadership and corporate governance in a highly visible, mission-critical role supporting the CEO and Chairperson of the Board. The Executive Operations & Board Affairs Manager will be trusted with the details that keep the Executive Office, Board of Directors, and Scientific Advisory Board operating seamlessly—from confidential governance materials and complex logistics to high-priority meetings, travel, and strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate is a seasoned executive operations professional who thrives behind the scenes, anticipates needs before they arise, exercises exceptional judgment and discretion, and takes pride in enabling senior leaders and Board members to focus on the decisions that shape the company's future.

The Executive Operations & Board Affairs Manager serves as a trusted partner to the Chief Executive Officer in their capacity as CEO and Chairperson of the Board of Directors. This highly visible role is responsible for coordinating Board of Directors activities to include travel logistics, supporting Scientific Advisory Board operations, managing executive logistics, and ensuring seamless execution of governance-related processes. The position requires exceptional organizational skills, sound judgment, discretion in handling highly confidential information, and extensive experience supporting corporate boards and executive leadership. The individual will work closely with Board members, senior executives, legal counsel, external stakeholders, and the CEO's executive support team to ensure the efficient operation of the Executive Office and governance functions.

Serve as the primary coordinator for Board of Directors activities

Manage Board meeting calendars, annual governance schedules, and meeting logistics

Coordinate preparation, review, distribution, and publication of Board materials through Diligent Boards

Maintain Board records, resolutions, governance documentation, and historical archives

Partner with Legal, Corporate Secretary, and executive leadership to ensure timely delivery of Board materials

Coordinate travel arrangements for the CEO, Board members, and advisors as needed. This includes arranging flights including catering, ground transportation, lodging, itineraries, and related logistics.

Coordinate Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) meetings, travel and communications and serve as a liaison between the SAB and company leadership as needed.

Partner with Corporate Security to support the Executive Security Program and ensure compliance with CEO travel

Coordinate complex executive schedules and priority meetings

Support the CEO by managing confidential correspondence, reports, files and presentations. Responsible for ensuring CEO's internal client rolodex is updated, and all technology is functioning seamlessly before arrival at at CEO offices. May answer phones, filing, copying, screening and directing callers to CEO and appropriate staff members

Assist with special projects and strategic initiatives assigned by the CEO

Minimum Requirements:

H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) - we will consider commensurate experience and/or combination of education and experience

5+ years of experience working with Board of Directors, Board of Trustees, or Governors of a large organization (> $1B assets)

5+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant

Demonstrated experience administering board portals, specifically Diligent Boards

Ability to operate effectively within a highly collaborative executive support team, including coordinating coverage and ensuring continuity across responsibilities

Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite and internet applications

Experience coordinating executive-level travel and meeting logistics

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manager highly confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Ability to anticipate needs and proactively address issues

Preferred Requirements:

Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree

Job Location: This role is based 100% on-site at our Silver Spring, Maryland location.

The salary for this position ranges from $130,000 to $180,000 per year. In addition, this role is eligible for the Company's short-term and long-term incentive programs