Executive Assistant - ONSITE

Danaher • Deer Park, IL

79d • $65,000 - $78,000

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Leica Biosystems, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life. At Leica Biosystems, we're not just shaping the future of cancer diagnostics — we're transforming lives. Our mission of 'Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives' is the driving force behind everything we do. As a global leader with the most comprehensive portfolio spanning from biopsy to diagnosis, we empower clinicians with innovative, reliable solutions so they can give patients timely, accurate answers when they need them most. When you join Leica Biosystems, you're not just taking a job; you're becoming part of a passionate team that knows every moment matters when it comes to cancer. You'll help develop diagnostic solutions that turn anxiety into answers, and aid the acceleration of next-generation, life-changing therapies. Surrounded by a diverse and collaborative global community, you'll be inspired each day to stretch, grow, and make an impact.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• 3+ years supporting high-level executives, leadership teams
• Proven high attention to detail & professional discretion
• Demonstrated proficient-level experience in using the latest versions of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience in the clinical diagnostics, healthcare, or life sciences industry.
• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP software solutions.
• Advanced presentation construction and analytic skill sets
• Experience with project management and event organization

Responsibilities

• Oversee comprehensive calendar management, coordinating all facets of executive schedules, including intricate domestic and international travel arrangements, while proactively anticipating and addressing executive requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison between executives and internal/external stakeholders.
• Manage correspondence addressed to executive in a timely and effective manner.
• Administer and process monthly expense reports and purchase requests.
• Coordinate planning and organization of team events, meetings, and employee team-building initiatives, both on-site and off-site.
• Plan and facilitate management meetings, including preparing agendas, managing email distribution lists, creating PowerPoint presentations, recording minutes, communicating with presenters, and tracking follow-up actions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• Bonus/incentive pay eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED