Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

At Regeneron, we pair science with technology to accelerate the discovery and delivery of life-changing medicines. We are seeking an Executive Assistant to support Law Department executives who oversee and collaborate with multiple functional teams, attorneys, and professionals across the organization. This role requires a strong understanding of the Law Department, its business clients, and the key relationships that enable the team to operate effectively. We are looking for someone who brings strategic thinking, technological fluency, sound judgment, and genuine curiosity to the work of a fast-moving, high-impact legal function.

The Executive Assistant will exercise considerable judgment and initiative, influence stakeholders, and anticipate the needs of senior leaders and their teams. The position will report to a Vice President/Associate General Counsel and support two additional Vice Presidents, one Senior Vice President, and approximately 15 additional lawyers.

This role will require 4 days per week onsite at our HQ Campus in Sleepy Hollow, NY. This is not available as a fully remote / hybrid role.

A typical day might include the following:

• Are highly collaborative and adept at coordinating across teams to develop and implement solutions and operate under minimal guidance.
• Exhibit discretion, independence, and sound judgment.
• Adapt well to change, ambiguity, and shifting priorities, and can embrace AI and modern productivity tools as a part of how you work.
• Work comfortably with senior leaders and understand how they think and what they expect.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate seamlessly across cross-functional teams, senior leaders, and fellow administrative coordinators
• Advanced technology skills, including proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Pro; hands-on experience leveraging AI tools such as Copilot and to streamline workflows and improve team efficiency
• Ability to prioritize – strong organizational, planning, and project management skills are vital
• Experience utilizing travel software and preparing expense reports - Concur preferred
• Possess advanced knowledge or ability to readily learn company and Law Department policies, practices, and resources and act as a point person for supported leaders and departments.
• Proactively identify opportunities for continuous improvement to current processes.
• Communicate exceptionally well, whether orally or in writing.

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Eight or more years of administrative experience required, with at least four years supporting senior leaders in a business or legal environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams), SharePoint, Concur, and collaboration platforms; ability to troubleshoot and train others.
• Proven ability to manage complex calendars, orchestrate senior-level meetings and events, and coordinate domestic/international travel with precision.
• Exceptional organization, prioritization, and follow-through; positive, can-do attitude and respect for colleagues at all levels.
• Flexibility to support after-hours needs tied to executive travel, global time zones, and critical events.