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Executive Site Coordinator - GEO (Global External Operations)

Location Dublin, Ireland Workstyle Hybrid

Who We Are

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.

Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.

Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.

About Technical Operations

BioMarin’s Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build and maintain BioMarin’s cutting-edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients 


Executive Operations Coordinator – Global External Operations
Reporting to Vice President Global External Operations
Dublin - Hybrid

Reporting to VP Global External Operations, the Executive Operations Coordinator duties will be varied and complex in nature. We are seeking a proactive and data-driven executive coordinator to provide exceptional executive support, while leveraging digital tools and data insights to optimize operations. This role goes beyond traditional administrative support, requiring a proficient individual who can organize, analyze and present information in ways that enhance decision-making and drive team efficiencies. If you are detail oriented, digitally savvy and excited about supporting leadership with data-driven insights, we would love to hear from you.
Executive Operations Coordinator will be responsible for the following:
  • Executive Support – Provide high-level administrative support to the VP, GEO – drive communication standardization (e.g. tools and templates).
  • Given the role is accountable to support a global team, calendar management is critical.
  • Calendar management and optimization anticipating potential conflicts and site priorities is a key deliverable.
  • Schedule and coordinate meetings and events with a proactive approach that supports leadership priorities and seamless execution.
  • Partner with the Head of Strategy and Business Operations to support site meetings, advance objectives and ensure alignment with site leadership priorities
  • Executive Global Travel Management – Own endtoend global travel planning and coordination for VP, GEO, including complex multileg itineraries, timezone optimization, contingency planning, policy compliance, and realtime issue resolution to ensure seamless executive and minimal business disruption. 
  • Information Management – Maintain and manage internal communication channels, including BioWeb, Teams, digital signage. Manage Teams folders, ensuring information is organized, current, and accurate.
  • Project and Program Support – Support the planning, coordination and execution of identified projects across the site.
  • Prepare agendas, PowerPoint presentations, project plans, schedules and trackers to meet project milestones, identify deliverables and manage risks.
  • Support cross functional communication.
  • Monitor opportunities for continuous improvement of project management tools and processes
  • Event Management – Lead all logistics for Town Halls, BMRN conferences, on-site/off-site meetings, community outreach and social events. Manage budget, event communications, agendas, timelines, and post-event evaluations.
  • Communications – Partner with Head of Strategy and Business Operations, Global Manufacturing, and Corporate Communications to ensure compliance and alignment of messaging. Responsible for digital communications ensuring compliance with Social Media communications policies.
  • Collaboration – Lead and partner with other EAs to ensure planned interactions and travel plans of their Executives are coordinated when plans intersect throughout the year.
  • Coordination – Build, coordinate, and manage an annual calendar synchronized with key stakeholders. Help coordinate on-site/off-site global events, ensuring related logistics are effectively managed and stakeholder needs are met.
  • Technical Proficiency – Skilled in office software, virtual collaboration platforms, and able/willing to adapt to new technologies and tools.
In addition to being professional, discrete and courteous, the Executive Coordinator must possess:
  • A proven ability to perform as an Executive Coordinator
  • Quick learner and self-starter capabilities -- able to work proactively and independently on tasks
  • Strong calendaring skills and catering/meeting planner capabilities
  • Strong communication skills on all levels with executive leaders, employees, and outside vendors
  • Responsiveness to deadlines, excellent attention to detail, and able to prioritize multiple tasks
  • A high level of professionalism with strong influencing skills and ability to anticipate situations or issues
  • Independent judgment and discretion with sensitive/confidential employee information
  • A can-do attitude, ability to be flexible and adaptable
  • Ability to receive and act on “ad-hoc” requests
  • Ability to think creatively and strategically
  • A team-oriented work style
  • Ability to periodically respond to requests outside of normal business hours
  • Ability to travel 5–7 times per year or as needed.
Requirements:
  • 5+ years of executive level support VP, S/EVP, or C-level and office administration
  • Strong PC computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint), Concur expense reporting, travel suite booking tools and project management software
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Experience working within Biotech Industry preferred
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled 

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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