Executive Assistant, Global General Counsel
Takeda
August 16, 2026
Remote friendly (Cambridge, MA)
United States
$42.40 - $66.63 USD yearly
Corporate Functions
Hybrid Executive Assistant (Cambridge, MA; minimum 5 business days/month onsite; fully remote not available)
Responsibilities / How you will contribute:
- Manage the executive’s calendar; schedule meetings/calls; arrange travel; complete expense reports.
- Handle executive email and correspondence; respond on the executive’s behalf when appropriate; forward or escalate items.
- Research and respond independently to inquiries (email/phone); maintain business etiquette with senior stakeholders.
- Prepare reports and analyses; gather data from appropriate sources to support decision-making.
- Support Leadership Team meetings: book space/tools, create agendas, ensure readiness, and track follow-ups with the GGC Lead Team.
- Process vendor/consultant/supplier payment documentation in the accounting system; approve transactions; respond to accounts payable/payment inquiries.
- Maintain confidentiality; interact effectively across all employee levels; perform other duties as required.
Skills & Qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 10+ years relevant experience (or equivalent); industry experience preferred.
- Strong Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and/or PowerPoint skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Prior experience supporting a legal department preferred.
Compensation & Benefits (U.S. employees, if eligible):
- Short-term incentives may be available.
- Medical, dental, vision; 401(k) with match; disability and life insurance; tuition reimbursement; paid volunteer time off; holidays; well-being benefits; up to 80 hours sick time/year; up to 120 hours paid vacation for new hires.
Wage Range (estimated): $42.40–$66.63/hour.
Responsibilities / How you will contribute:
- Manage the executive’s calendar; schedule meetings/calls; arrange travel; complete expense reports.
- Handle executive email and correspondence; respond on the executive’s behalf when appropriate; forward or escalate items.
- Research and respond independently to inquiries (email/phone); maintain business etiquette with senior stakeholders.
- Prepare reports and analyses; gather data from appropriate sources to support decision-making.
- Support Leadership Team meetings: book space/tools, create agendas, ensure readiness, and track follow-ups with the GGC Lead Team.
- Process vendor/consultant/supplier payment documentation in the accounting system; approve transactions; respond to accounts payable/payment inquiries.
- Maintain confidentiality; interact effectively across all employee levels; perform other duties as required.
Skills & Qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 10+ years relevant experience (or equivalent); industry experience preferred.
- Strong Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and/or PowerPoint skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Prior experience supporting a legal department preferred.
Compensation & Benefits (U.S. employees, if eligible):
- Short-term incentives may be available.
- Medical, dental, vision; 401(k) with match; disability and life insurance; tuition reimbursement; paid volunteer time off; holidays; well-being benefits; up to 80 hours sick time/year; up to 120 hours paid vacation for new hires.
Wage Range (estimated): $42.40–$66.63/hour.