Executive Assistant
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp
5–10 years of experience
Job description
We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and trusted Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Managing Director and Saudi Leadership Team. In this role, you will serve as a key partner in enabling effective leadership operations, ensuring seamless coordination across stakeholders, and supporting the delivery of high-impact business priorities. The ideal candidate will bring strong executive presence, exceptional discretion, and the ability to manage complex priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Executive & Office Support
Provide proactive administrative support to the Managing Director, including calendar management, correspondence, documentation, and daily office operations. Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and corporate materials. Maintain organized filing systems and support efficient office administration.
Leadership & Stakeholder Coordination
Act as a liaison for the Saudi Leadership Team, facilitating collaboration across functions and stakeholders. Support communication and coordination with internal and external partners. Serve as a trusted and confidential member of the Leadership Team .
Meeting & Governance Management
Coordinate leadership meetings, including agendas, materials, minutes, and action tracking. Support Business Reviews, Town Halls, and leadership forums to ensure effective execution and follow-through.
Travel & Expense Management
Manage domestic and international travel arrangements, visas, itineraries, and accommodations. Process expenses, support budget tracking, and liaise with vendors in compliance with company policies .
Events & Engagement
Plan and deliver leadership visits, employee events, and engagement activities. Organizing all senior management team visits to Saudi and all Saudi Leadership team away days/team building sessions Coordinate regional and global leadership visits with strong cultural awareness and professionalism.
Confidentiality & Compliance
Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. Ensure compliance with company policies, processes, and administrative standards.
Projects & Continuous Improvement
Support special projects and operational improvement initiatives. Leverage digital tools and collaboration platforms to enhance efficiency and ways of working. Additional Projects: Partner with HR on organizational development and design initiatives supporting employee development programs that enhance organizational capability and support long-term career growth.
Minimum 5 years of experience supporting senior executives (Senior Director / Executive level).
Proven experience in executive administration, office management, and leadership support.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing demands.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong stakeholder engagement capabilities.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and digital collaboration platforms.
Demonstrated experience in:
Complex calendar and travel management (including visas)
Event planning and coordination
Expense management and budget tracking
High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving capability, and ability to anticipate needs.
Cultural awareness and ability to work across diverse teams and geographies.
Required Skills:
- Adaptability, Communication, Event Planning, Interpersonal Relationships, Meeting Organization, Microsoft Outlook, Office Administration, Prioritization, Reporting and Analysis, Scheduling