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Company Overview

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

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Job Description

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: We are excited to be recruiting a Lead Assistant for the Chair of the Department of Medicine, the largest of MSK's clinical departments comprised of 4 divisions and nearly 500 faculty. You will manage all aspects of the Chair's office, including direct supervision of administrative support to the Vice Chairs. The Chair is a senior leader who partners with executives across the department and hospital to achieve the Department's priorities. You will perform administrative duties to maintain the office's smooth operation as well as support departmental leadership.

Are you a hardworking professional looking for a leadership opportunity? This is the perfect role for you!

Role Overview:

• Resolve complex inquiries using knowledge of the Chair's initiatives and organization policies and programs
• Directly supervise activities of administrative staff supporting Senior Director and Vice Chairs, including recruitment, orientation, training, mentorship, coaching, and performance evaluation
• Manage complex calendars of department leaders and staff, using independent judgment based on knowledge of priorities and resources, proactively identifying and compiling appropriate briefing and background materials in advance of meetings
• Handle all travel arrangements, which may require complex and detailed plans
• Identify and implement administrative processes and tools to ensure efficient workflow and communications within the office
• Work closely with the Chair and Senior Director to coordinate current initiatives and foster the growth of new ones
• Assist with projects of moderate complexity. These projects require independent judgment, critical thinking, and solid organizational skills. Projects may include conducting research, summarizing data, analyzing budget items, etc.
• Operate autonomously, with discretion, in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment

Key Qualifications:

• 4-7 years of experience in an Administrative role, such as Sr. Administrative Assistant, Executive Assistant, or Team Lead
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Strong prioritization, attention to detail, and organizational skills

Core Skills:

• An effective communicator, capable of determining how best to reach different audiences and executing communications based on that understanding
• Flexible in your approach and demeanor to align with the shifting demands of evolving circumstances
• Adept at creating partnerships and working collaboratively to meet shared objectives and goals
• Capable of building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
• A good decision-maker, with proven success at making timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
• Action-oriented and eager to embrace new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and passion

Additional Information:

Location: 1275 York Avenue #LI-Hybrid

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm (hybrid schedule, 3-4 days onsite)

Pay Range: $88,800.00-$142,200.00

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