Executive Assistant, Administration and Operations

Spyre Therapeutics

1d • $118,000 - $130,000 • Remote

About The Position

Spyre Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering long-acting antibodies and antibody combinations to redefine the standard of care for inflammatory bowel disease (“IBD”) and rheumatic diseases. Spyre's pipeline includes investigational extended half-life antibodies targeting α4β7, TL1A, and IL-23.
Role Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant (EA) to provide administrative support to senior executives (VPs and their teams) of Spyre. The ideal candidate will have direct experience supporting C-level executives, possess excellent communication skills, and excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Working remotely, the EA must be a self-starter, who is proactive, anticipates needs, prioritizes tasks and enjoys taking on new projects. The candidate will be a strategic partner in coordinating, calendaring and arranging travel; team support; prioritizing workflow and completing various projects. Being flexible, adaptable and detail-oriented is essential.

Requirements

• 10+ years’ related experience as an executive assistant
• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience
• Experience directly supporting senior executives
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and considerable organizational savvy: capable of representing both Spyre and the “office” of the executives in a highly professional manner. Knows how to navigate internally to find the appropriate resources and contacts in an expeditious and effective manner
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Communicates clearly, concisely and in a highly professional and timely manner with all internal and external partners
• Proven track record and experience handling highly confidential or sensitive information in a consistently appropriate and effective manner
• Experience managing and maintaining sensitive complex calendars of in-person, video, and external meetings across multiple global time zones, while working closely with senior leaders and other EAs within the organization
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with a strong attention to detail
• Strong business and financial acumen: has an in-depth and thorough understanding of the business and its operations and is capable of performing more complex financial and/or other business analyses and reporting
• Highly proficient in Zoom, DocuSign, Concur and Microsoft Office suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook, with the ability to learn new programs, as needed
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%

Nice To Haves

• Biotechnology industry strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage all administrative, logistical, and project-related tasks for SVP and VPs
• Partner and collaborate with Global Development Organization’s EA (GDO will have two EAs)
• Proactively and strategically manage complex calendars and schedule internal and external meetings, ensuring schedules match with the executive’s priorities
• Coordinate travel, which includes team offsites, medical conferences/congresses, and Scientific Advisory Boards
• Attend Global Development Organization Leadership Team meetings
• Track and manage expenses in Ramp
• Assist in managing contracts and other third-party vendor documents
• Assist with presentations, meeting materials or other departmental information, as needed
• Help onboard new team members and other activities, as required
• Build cross-functional relationships at all levels of the Company to ensure understanding of the business, leaders and workflow
• Collaborate and partner closely with other EAs regarding company-wide activities, cross-functional meetings, etc.
• Engage in company-wide culture team activities, including logistical support
• Provide ad-hoc support as requested to individuals across the Global Development Organization Leadership Team
• Demonstrate composure and flexibility, regardless of competing priorities
• Find new and efficient ways to create work processes to help maximize the executives' time
• Represent Spyre to external constituents
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you help shape the culture of our young company, contribute broadly to advance meaningful medicines, and learn quickly.
• Market competitive compensation and benefits package, including base salary, performance bonus, equity grant opportunities, health, welfare & retirement benefits.
• Unlimited PTO
• Two, one-week company-wide shutdowns each
• Commitment to provide professional development opportunities.
• Remote working environment with frequent in-person meetings to address complex problems and build relationships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive