Why choose AstraZeneca Spain?
AstraZeneca Spain is a rising force in our global business. With headquarters in Madrid and our global hub in Barcelona, we’ve become an important international centre of excellence in the fight against critical disease. Boasting vibrant universities and business schools, the Barcelona ecosystem is a place where scientists can thrive. We attract a diverse workforce from across the globe, shining a beacon for innovation in a country that’s committed to clinical development.
We invite you to bring your talents to Barcelona where our respiratory medicine R&D and Global Marketing centre offers opportunities in R&D, IT, Commercial and HR. Or join us in Madrid and shape our growth in our BUs (Respiratory, Oncology & CVRM ), and a range of Corporate functions. Additionally, you can find sales roles throughout the country. Together, we’re contributing to a world-leading pipeline of therapeutics and delivering life-changing medicines to patients.
Who do we look for?
Calling all tech innovators, ownership takers, challenge seekers and proactive collaborators. At AstraZeneca Spain, breakthroughs born in the lab become transformative medicine for the world's most complex diseases. Alongside technical expertise, colleagues have the resilience, energy and collaborative mindset to change lanes, work with different teams and start projects from scratch.
Here, diverse minds and bold disruptors can meaningfully impact the future of healthcare using cutting-edge technology. Whether you join us in Madrid or Barcelona, you can make a tangible impact within a global biopharmaceutical company that invests in your future. Join a talented global team that's powering AstraZeneca to better serve patients every day.
Success Profile
Ready to make an impact in your career? If you're passionate, growth-orientated and a true team player, we'll help you succeed. Here are some of the skills and capabilities we look for.
Diverse collaborators
This is a speak-up culture that values collaboration. You’ll proactively bring your unique perspectives, experiences and skills to the table and seek the same from others. With our international team composition and the need for fast-paced collaboration, you’ll always be building new connections with colleagues.
Cutting-edge innovators
When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that embraces digital technology and data to transform the way we work and the work we do. Every day, you’ll help make history, empowered to ignite your creativity and build something enduring.
Resilient trailblazers
Here, the answers aren’t always available. So, you’ll need to bring a fearless, self-starter mindset to navigate uncharted territories. You’ll harness your ceaseless energy to discover and make the necessary connections with colleagues to shape the future and achieve maximum impact.
Agile movers
Seize ownership and excel with autonomy to enjoy the constant rush of ground-breaking discovery. Your ability to anticipate sudden shifts and adapt swiftly will prove critical as you make your mark in an environment that rewards initiative and resilience.
Responsibilities
This role is based in Barcelona, with an on-site commitment of three days a week. Fluency in English is required.
Introduction to role
Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where you can make a significant impact? As a Personal Assistant, you will not only provide essential support but also collaborate with various managers within the department. Your responsibilities will include organizing meetings, maintaining documentation, and establishing systems to ensure smooth daily operations. In some cases, you may also supervise other employees and distribute work based on needs. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with senior managers and contribute to the success of our team!
Accountabilities
• Respond to complex queries or those referred by other personal assistants/secretaries
• Access senior managers' email accounts to schedule appointments and respond to or redirect routine queries from internal or external sources
• Transcribe, write, format, and accurately review a wide variety of materials (e.g., correspondence, invoices, contracts, meeting minutes, reports, speeches, and presentations) using word processing, presentation, graphics, and spreadsheet software. Able to express yourself in your own language and in English (business level)
• Use editing software to design more complex documents that support the work of the department
• Provide specialized administrative support based on projects if necessary
• Coordinate internal and external meetings/conferences and oversee all details, such as meeting time planning, travel arrangements for attendees, and the availability of various materials and activities related to the meetings
• Perform other necessary administrative tasks individually that require organization and discretion
• Prepare documents, presentation materials, and official communications for distribution to appropriate stakeholders
• Advise and instruct less experienced secretaries to help them solve problems
• Plan, organize, and schedule your own workload by maintaining the system so that all activities are carried out efficiently and on time
Essential Skills/Experience
• Previous experience as a PA
• Ability to follow processes and procedures
• Good communication skills
• Specialized knowledge related to administrative or business support tasks in the relevant area
• Competent in using relevant office systems, equipment, and materials
• Experience with various systems and software
• Oral and written communications
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Full familiarity with the internal organization and extensive knowledge of how local business processes complement other relevant processes and information systems
• Able to perform a large number of mathematical calculations or activities related to the field of work
• Can create and maintain systems for their own efficiency and that of others
• Customer service skills
• Professional qualification or equivalent experience
• Team leadership skills
When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
At AstraZeneca, we are driven by a passion for science and innovation. Our BioPharmaceuticals pipeline is expanding rapidly, offering exciting opportunities to make a real difference in patients' lives. We thrive in a vibrant environment where diversity is our strength, empowering everyone to share ideas openly. With a focus on continuous learning and development, we provide ample opportunities for career growth. Join us as we redefine the future of healthcare and work towards our vision of being the leader in Cardiovascular, Renal, Metabolism, Respiratory, and Immunology by 2025.
Ready to make your mark? Apply now and be part of our journey!
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
Reasons to Join
Thomas Mathisen
There are many things I enjoy when working at AstraZeneca, mainly the Speak up culture, the great colleagues that are in my teams, the great products that AstraZeneca provides to our patients and the challenging conversations I have around our medicines.
Christine Recchio
Working at AstraZeneca has impacted my life in such a positive way. I now have an improved work-life balance through creating my own schedule and time management, I feel a balance that I didn’t have before.
Stephanie Ling
There are a lot of reasons why I enjoy working in AstraZeneca, my colleagues being one of them. My team members and the managers have provided a great deal of guidance in helping me to be more confident in my daily work.
What we offer
We're driven by our shared values of serving people, society and the planet. Our people make this possible, which is why we prioritise diversity, inclusivity, balance and sustainability. Discover what a career at AstraZeneca could mean for you.
An award-winning company
We're passionate about being a great place to work, and 84% of our employees would recommend us as an employer. We've been recognised as a Top Employer in Spain, an EFR Family Responsible Business, and we achieved third place in Forbes Spain's Top 50 Best Places to Work list.
Inclusive environment
Diversity and inclusion are embedded in everything we do, and our different views, experiences and strengths enrich our culture. There's no salary gap at AstraZeneca, and the number of female employees has increased by four per cent over the last three years. We've also made all positions fully accessible.
Work-life balance
Your wellbeing means a lot to us, and we're here to support you through all of life's ups and downs. That's why we offer an unpaid leave policy, annual leave, reduced-hours timetables and a host of benefits, including a retirement plan, long service award, and health and travel insurance.
Sustainability initiatives
We're committed to harnessing the power of science to become a more sustainable business. We've reduced our carbon footprint by over 9,000 kg of CO2 over the last two years, and we lead the European GoGreen Project, which aims to introduce environmentally friendly options in our fleet of corporate vehicles.
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