Senior Executive Assistant

A growing biotechnology company in Lexington, MA is seeking a highly polished Senior Executive Assistant to partner directly with the Chief Executive Officer. This is a high-visibility, high-trust role for a seasoned professional who can anticipate needs, manage competing priorities, and act as an extension of the CEO in a fast-paced, science-driven environment. You will serve as a key point of contact between the CEO, the executive team, the Board, investors, and external partners. This is a fully onsite position (5 days per week). Key Responsibilities Manage the CEO’s complex, fast-changing calendar, proactively prioritizing and resolving conflicts. Screen and manage the CEO’s communications, correspondence, and requests, acting as a gatekeeper and trusted representative. Coordinate domestic and international travel, including detailed itineraries. Prepare agendas, briefing materials, presentations, and meeting follow-ups for executive team and Board meetings. Coordinate investor, partner, and scientific advisory interactions, including meetings, site visits, and conference travel. Plan and coordinate executive offsites, leadership meetings, and company events. Process expense reports and manage reimbursements and vendor invoices. Handle highly confidential and sensitive information, including pipeline, financial, and corporate matters, with the utmost discretion. Partner with other executive assistants and teams to ensure smooth cross-functional coordination. Take ownership of special projects and ad hoc requests as needed. Qualifications 8+ years of experience as an executive assistant, including prior experience supporting a CEO or C-suite executive Experience in biotech, pharma, or life sciences strongly preferred Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience Exceptional judgment, discretion, and professionalism Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and comfort with expense and travel tools Proactive, resourceful, and able to work independently with minimal direction Ability to work onsite five days per week Compensation $160-$180k range We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Manning Personnel Group, Inc.