Executive Administrative Assistant - R&D

Sonova AG•Santa Clarita, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide full range of administrative services to the Senior Vice President of R&D while managing administrative operations for the R&D function. Drive efficiency, facilitate communication, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations at both executive and departmental levels.

Requirements

4+ years of experience as an Executive Administrative Assistant, with relevant administrative certifications as a plus.
Proactive, detail‑oriented, and able to anticipate issues while maintaining discretion in handling confidential information.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across all organizational levels.
Self‑driven problem solver who takes initiative, navigates obstacles resourcefully, and influences without formal authority.
Excellent time‑management, organizational abilities, and strong writing skills for correspondence, reports, and documentation.
Skilled at managing multiple priorities in fast‑paced environments and adapting quickly to new tools and processes.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (advanced Excel and PowerPoint), video‑conferencing platforms, and modern digital tools.

Responsibilities

Provide full administrative service to executives and senior leaders with work being generally of (highly) confidential nature.
Manage SVP R&D calendar and travel logistics, coordinate, schedule, and document meetings.
Oversee comprehensive communication management
Manage R&D department purchases and expense categorization
Support HR-adjacent tasks and performance tracking
Act as training delegate for the R&D department
Plan and execute team building and celebratory events

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage
Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
TeleHealth options
401k plan with company match
Company paid life/ad&d insurance
Additional supplemental life/ad&d coverage available
Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
STD LTD Buy-ups available
Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
Legal/ID Theft Assistance
PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays
Paid parental bonding leave
Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Hearing aid discount for employees and family
Internal social recognition platform