Be part of something bigger at Minaris Advanced Therapies—where every role contributes to creating hope for patients around the world. As a global leader in cell and gene therapy development, manufacturing, and testing, we turn breakthrough science into real-world treatments that change lives. Our team of over 1,000 experts across North America, Europe, and Asia has helped bring transformative therapies to market.

At Minaris, you’ll join a purpose-driven community focused on innovation, collaboration, and patient impact. Whether you’re in the lab, in the cleanroom, or behind the scenes, your work will directly support life-saving therapies and make a lasting difference. If you're passionate about advancing cutting-edge science and believe in the potential of cell and gene therapies, we invite you to help shape the future of medicine—one patient at a time.

Position Summary

The Senior Executive Assistant to the CEO serves as a highly trusted partner and extension of the Chief Executive Officer, providing executive level administrative, operational, and business support across enterprise priorities. This role is critical in enabling the CEO to focus on organizational strategy, growth, client relationships, and executive leadership in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.

The Senior Executive Assistant to the CEO operates with exceptional discretion, judgment, and autonomy, anticipating needs, managing sensitive matters, and ensuring seamless execution of CEO priorities. This role requires strong executive presence, and the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics while supporting Board, leadership, and external stakeholder interactions.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Advanced Calendar, Travel & Priority Management

Manage the CEO’s highly complex, global calendar, balancing internal leadership commitments, Board activities, client engagements, and external obligations.
Coordinate sophisticated domestic and international travel, including multi-leg itineraries, executive accommodations, contingency planning, and real-time problem resolution. ‑sensitive matters.
Prioritize and adjust schedules dynamically to address emerging business needs and times sensitive matters.

Board of Directors & Governance Support

Coordinate Board and committee meeting logistics, materials, agendas, and executive communications with the highest level of confidentiality.
Support Board related action items, approvals, and follow-ups to ensure timely execution and governance alignment. ‑related action items, approvals, and follow‑ups to ensure timely execution and governance alignment.

Executive Communications & Representation

Prepare executive level correspondence, presentations, talking points, and briefing materials with exceptional clarity, professionalism, and discretion.
Prepare the CEO for internal and external meetings by consolidating materials.
Represent the CEO’s office with authority and professionalism when liaising with executives, clients, partners, and external stakeholders.

Cross Functional & Enterprise Coordination Functional ‑Functional & Enterprise Coordination

Partner with Executive Leadership Team members and senior functional leaders to support enterprise initiatives, leadership alignment, and CEO sponsored program. ‑sponsored programs.
Support executive onboarding and transitions for senior leaders in coordination with HR and leadership teams.

CEO Partnership & Strategic Enablement

Anticipate needs and proactively address issues that impact time, priorities, and decision making.
Awareness of enterprise strategy, organizational priorities, and key initiatives to support alignment and execution.
Serve as an extension of the CEO, exercising sound judgment in managing information flow, access, and competing demands.

Confidentiality, Compliance & Risk Awareness

Manage highly sensitive, confidential, and proprietary information with absolute discretion and integrity.
Ensure documents, communications, and records align with GMP, FDA, quality, and corporate compliance standards.
Maintain heightened awareness of reputational, operational, and compliance risks impacting the CEO and organization.

Leadership, Mentorship & Administrative Excellence

Provide mentorship and guidance to Executive Assistants and administrative staff, establishing best practices and standards of excellence.
Serve as a point of escalation and continuity of support across the executive administrative team.
Drive continuous improvement of executive support processes, tools, and workflows.

Knowledge, Skill & Ability

Exceptional executive level written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage credibly with Board members, executives, and external partners. ‑level written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage credibly with Board members, executives, and external partners.
Proven ability to manage ambiguity, complexity, and competing priorities with confidence and sound judgment.
Advanced organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.‑impact materials.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and executive collaboration tools; ability to produce polished, high impact materials.
Strong business acumen, professionalism, and executive presence.
Global mindset with experience supporting leaders across regions and time zones.
Uncompromising discretion, integrity, and trustworthiness.

Education & Experience

5 years executive administrative support experience
Minimum requirement: Associate degree

Quality Requirements

Ensure compliance with all FDA and Worldwide Quality & Compliance regulations in all aspects of your work.
Adhere to established procedures and protocols, prioritize continuous training and skill development, and uphold the highest standards of data integrity to ensure accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence.

Physical Requirements

The physical and mental demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods while using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, and copiers.
Ability to occasionally move about the office and manufacturing areas, including walking, reaching, or light lifting (up to 10 lbs.).
Ability to don PPE (e.g., lab coat, mask) when entering controlled environments.
Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and operating office tools and systems.
Visual and auditory acuity to perform administrative tasks, including reading reports, viewing computer screens, and participating in meetings.
Ability to work in a position that may require repetitive motions and interactions across departments throughout the workday

Special Working Conditions

May be required to work Holidays, weekends and work Overtime
May be required to work outside of normal business hours

Disclaimer

The above information in this description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not contain nor is it intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minaris Advanced Therapies employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, 401(k), paid time off, tuition assistance, and more.

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