Executive Assistant to Chief Business Officer & General Counsel

$126,000 - $137,750/Yr

Eikon Therapeutics - Hayward, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Hayward, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Executive Assistant to the Chief Business Officer and General Counsel at Eikon Therapeutics plays a crucial role in supporting the leadership and facilitating the operations of the Business Development and Legal teams. This position is integral to the company's rapid growth, requiring a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can manage complex schedules, handle confidential information, and communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Work with internal stakeholders and external potential partners to schedule meetings and manage calendars.
• Interface with external scientific and business community members at all levels in a professional manner.
• Proactively problem-solve and devise solutions with a team player attitude.
• Handle confidential information with complete discretion.
• Prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to sudden changes in a fast-paced environment.
• Work independently under pressure and seek input when needed.
• Partner with Eikon's Executive Assistant team to assist with coverage and company programs.
• Generate purchase orders, support invoice processing, and confirm vendor payments.
• Book flights and hotel reservations, complete conference registrations, and manage expense reports.
• Collaborate with IT, HR, Facilities, and other staff on behalf of the supported executives.
• Perform additional administrative tasks and special department projects as needed.

Requirements

• 4 - 6 years of relevant experience; bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Office Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Attention to detail and digital/technical proficiency.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and follow-up skills.
• Experience handling highly confidential information with absolute discretion.
• High level of proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Demonstrated abilities to communicate clearly (in writing and verbally) and collaborate effectively with team members and external stakeholders.
• Highly developed ethics, integrity, collaboration, interpersonal and decision-making skills.
• Versatile and flexible, willing to adapt to job responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• 401k plan with company matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%)
• Mental health and wellness benefits
• Weeklong summer and winter holiday shutdowns
• Generous paid time off and holiday policies
• Life/AD&D Insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%) and optional supplemental employee-paid life/AD&D policies
• Enhanced parental leave benefit
• Daily subsidized lunch program when on-site