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project manager Walton-on-Thames, England

Pfizer

Full Time Walton-on-Thames, England 79073 - 58073 GBP ANNUAL Today

Job description

Why Patients Need You

A career with us is about discovering breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. A high performing administrative team is essential to bringing those therapies to people all over the world and making a positive difference. We need dedicated colleagues like you who are efficient, find solutions and collaborate with others to achieve our purpose.

What You Will Achieve

To support a dynamic Global Rare Disease Marketing team, working with colleagues from around the world on several different Rare Disease brands, with an ability to work under general direction or independently with minimal or no direct supervision. Provide a range of administrative, budgetary and project management support to the team. Responsibilities include raising POs and managing budgets, managing logistics for internal and external meetings, supporting team members with administrative tasks, and managing some projects. Should be able to multi-task in a variety of situations, take initiative and work effectively in an international environment

As part of the administrative support team, you are recognized as an advisor to other colleagues in your group due to your comprehensive knowledge and skills in your area and understanding of the larger organization. You are innovative in identifying solutions to problems by taking a broader perspective that benefits the organization. You encourage collaboration and communication within the team and across groups to influence desired outcomes. You train others and provide guidance to the team that helps us achieve our goal of creating breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.

How You Will Achieve It

Manage global budget processes, including the raising of POs, coordinating with vendors and tracking of budgets
Organising logistics for Congresses and internal meetings, along with further meeting support (including the management of relevant Pfizer processes)
Take the lead on organizing monthly virtual meeting series with country colleagues, involving the organizing of agendas, follow up with presenters and all other logistics
Support or take the lead on specific marketing projects
Organise offsite meetings
Regular engagement with countries to collect or consolidate information needed to support projects and ways of working
Regularly participate in and lead in problem solving and ad hoc projects to assist the effectiveness of the team; be an expert in Pfizer process and policy (e.g. conference organisation, compliance, FCPA, SOPs) globally, given the virtual, decentralized nature of this team and its remit.
Independently plans and executes work to meet assigned objectives.
Takes personal accountability for quality of own work that impacts the team and understands impacts of actions. Ensures accuracy of work and uses judgment to determine work methods in different situations.
Integrates into team culture and participates as desired in team culture activities and team-building events.
Proactively coordinating meetings, maintaining diary invites and efficiently resolving conflicts and routine issues
Contribute ideas, fostering pace and enthusiasm, negotiating timely execution of work, and developing self to maximise personal contribution to projects whilst maintaining high standards.
Plan, organise and prioritise own work daily to meet deadlines and plan ahead to meet upcoming / cyclical deadlines.
Act as a source of information around the company, the industry, contact points, processes, policies or general advice and problem-solving solutions, providing relevant information/guidance and support to other colleagues as required on behalf of the team
Ongoing maintenance of the OneDrive and TEAMS systems to ensure content remains a well-managed resource.
Supporting the team with inputting and the upkeep of PT&E Expense Reporting

Qualifications

Must-Have

High School Diploma or GED
Demonstrable experience in a similar role and field
Demonstrated planning and organising skills
Demonstrated administrative experience with an ability to carry out all office functions proficiently, and to complete quality work on a timely basis
Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal skills
Excellent judgment as well as the ability to work with confidential documents and information
Must be independent, proactive, and self-motivated with excellent attention to detail
Demonstrated positive “can do” attitude with a mature outlook
Must be able to work well in team environments (with experience of working with virtual/remote colleagues), and be productive when working independently with minimal supervision
Ability to manage projects and to co-ordinate the activities of others
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required, especially PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and other features

Nice-to-Have

Bachelor's Degree
Prior experience as an Administrative Assistant supporting executive leadership in a global organization
Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and healthcare environment

Work Location Assignment: Flexible

Purpose

Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.

Digital Transformation Strategy

One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.

Flexibility

We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!

Equal Employment Opportunity

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.

DisAbility Confident

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is unleashing the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!

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