Administrative Lead

Pfizer Pfizer · Pharma · New York, NY

Administrative Lead role at Pfizer, providing comprehensive support to business leaders, managing records, scheduling, implementing process improvements, and organizing logistics for meetings. Requires a High School Diploma/GED with 6 years of experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong organizational and communication skills. Preferred experience includes supporting executive leadership in a global organization, pharmaceutical industry knowledge, and experience with AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot for productivity enhancement.

What you'd actually do

  1. Provide comprehensive administrative support to business leaders, including managing records, verifying data, responding to emails, and scheduling meetings.
  2. Serve as the key point of contact for administrative activities, ensuring smooth operations within the team.
  3. Create agendas, schedule appointments, and issue meeting minutes for meetings and conference calls.
  4. Implement process improvements for administrative tasks and resolve difficult issues with integrity and confidentiality.
  5. Organize documents, maintain an inventory of files, and manage purchase orders through the Ariba system.

Skills

Required

  • High School Diploma or GED with at least 6 years of experience
  • Demonstrated planning and organizing skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
  • Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work with confidential documents and information
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to carry out all office functions proficiently and complete quality work on a timely basis

Nice to have

  • Prior experience as an Administrative Assistant supporting executive leadership in a global organization
  • Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and healthcare environment
  • Experience in training others and providing guidance to the team
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Proactive approach to work and the ability to initiate follow-up actions
  • Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use