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Summary
Associate role supporting the US Policy and Research Team, part of the US Policy and Government Affairs team within Global Policy and Government Affairs (GPGA). Perform highly diverse and complex administrative functions, including but not limited to proactive calendar management, meetings scheduling, domestic travel arrangements, preparing expense reports and creating/editing PowerPoint presentations.
Schedule and manage recurring/ad hoc meetings including but not limited to Direct reports, Internal/External Stakeholders, Matrix functions, key external stakeholders including but not limited to US organizations, trade associations, think tanks and policy organizations, third party coalitions.
Support team budgeting processes in conjunction with GPGA team, including but not limited to support in developing annual budget, detailed build out of budget, quarterly tracking of budget, and inputs into BMS finance reporting templates
Demonstrate flexibility in personal work schedule to provide support during team's domestic travel.
Timely obtain Weekly Highlights from the US Policy and Research LT members and compile/format for review by manager.
In line with company SOPs, process 1) SAP/Ariba entries, purchase orders generation, payment including yearly membership dues to US organizations, 2) vendor and consultant contracting.
Anticipate needs of manager and/or team, and take appropriate steps with minimal assistance from supervisor to produce desired outcome with accuracy and efficiency to meet all deadlines.
Interface in a professional manner with BMS senior executives/matrix team members as well as work in a group setting with the LT administrative staff.
Represent team and engage in a professional manner with external organizations about meetings, travel and budgetary issues, as necessary
Handle confidential information with discretion and demonstrate diplomacy/good judgment in sensitive situations.
Anticipate key issues and implement action plans based on changing priorities and commitments. Be able and willing to adapt to constant change and have the ability to quickly course correct when necessary.
Exhibit a positive work attitude, high productivity and a collaborative approach with other employees across the company.
Prioritize activities/take action based on an understanding of department objectives, customer needs and BMS strategy.
Anticipate and create contingency plans to deal with possible problems and roadblocks.
Requirements
Successful candidate must possess at least 5 years of administrative experience mostly supporting an executive.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience working with teams preferred.
Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in dealing with all levels of management internally and externally.
Strong communication skills including excellent verbal and written skills.
Proven ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality, discretion & good judgment.
Must have the ability to take initiative/adapt to frequently changing priorities.
Ability to work and think independently with ability to analyze and solve complex problems with good judgment and provide high quality work with attention to detail.
Proactive, solution-oriented approach to collaboration with strong decision-making capability in order to guide assigned project to successful conclusions.
In depth knowledge of company internal systems, policies and procedures.
Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Outlook, Concur, Purchasing systems, SharePoint and WorkDay.
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Compensation Overview:
Washington DC - US: $59,840 - $72,512
The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee's work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.
Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as Transforming patients' lives through science , every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy @type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.
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Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb
Req Number: R1595867
Updated: 2025-10-15 03:59:50.033 UTC
Location: Washington DC
Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
