Senior Executive Assistant | Venture-Backed Biotech Start-Up!

One of our clients*, a rapidly growing biotech start-up, is seeking an experienced and highly organized Executive Assistant to support senior leadership and help drive day-to-day operational excellence across the organization.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative company at a pivotal stage of growth. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where adaptability, professionalism, and sound judgment are essential. This individual will serve as a trusted partner to leadership while also contributing to the office environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing high-level administrative support to members of the senior leadership team, including complex calendar management, scheduling, travel coordination, expense reporting, and meeting logistics
• Managing dynamic and frequently shifting priorities while ensuring efficient time management and communication across teams
• Coordinating internal and external meetings, including board meetings, leadership meetings, and company-wide initiatives
• Serving as a professional point of contact for visitors, vendors, and external stakeholders
• Supporting office operations, including maintaining organization, supplies, and overall day-to-day functionality of the office
• Assisting with company events, team-building activities, offsites, and internal culture initiatives
• Supporting onboarding logistics for new hires, including workspace preparation and scheduling coordination
• Providing additional administrative and operational support as needed in a growing organization

Qualifications:

• 5 years of executive administrative experience supporting senior leaders or C-level executives in a fast-paced environment
• Prior experience within biotech, life sciences, healthcare, start-up environments, or other high-growth organizations strongly preferred
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a polished and professional demeanor
• Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented approach to work
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail when handling confidential information
• Collaborative mindset with the flexibility to support both strategic initiatives and day-to-day operational needs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Teams, Zoom, and other standard business tools

This role is based in Cambridge and requires in-office presence to support collaboration and daily operations. The team is seeking someone who enjoys being a reliable partner, takes pride in creating structure and efficiency, and is excited to contribute to a growing and innovative company culture.

This is a direct-hire, full-time opportunity offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to grow within an exciting biotech organization.**

*This posting is presented by a staffing agency on behalf of our client. All applications and inquiries will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared without candidate consent.

**Quoted salary range does not guarantee the final salary offer. Offers will be determined by variables such as years of experience, education level, etc.**