Administrative Assistant, Oncology

AstraZeneca seeks an administrative assistant in oncology to provide high-level support to senior leadership in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The role manages calendars, communications, documentation, and stakeholder interactions while mentoring junior staff and optimizing departmental processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, emails, and routine communications on behalf of Vice President and senior managers
• Prepare and format documents including correspondence, contracts, reports, speeches, and presentations
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, events, and conferences with travel arrangements
• Handle escalated or complex administrative inquiries from other staff members
• Coach and mentor less experienced administrative and secretarial staff

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• 4+ years as Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or similar administrative role
• Strong verbal and written communication in English and local language
• Proficiency with office software: word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, publishing tools
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• High discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment with sensitive information