Executive Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Abbott is a global healthcare leader dedicated to helping people live more fully at all stages of life. With a diverse portfolio spanning diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines, our 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott’s Established Pharmaceutical Division (EPD) is seeking a dynamic Executive Assistant to support our Commercial Sales and Strategy team for Emerging Markets (EM), based in Basel, Switzerland.

Position Overview

Are you a master of organization with a passion for enabling leadership success? We’re looking for a resourceful and detail-driven Executive Assistant to support our Commercial Sales and Strategy leadership team for Emerging Markets (EM). In this high-impact role, you’ll be the strategic force behind seamless operations—freeing up senior leaders to focus on driving growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced, global environment and bring a proactive mindset with a drive for excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, travel arrangements, and expense reports for senior executives.

• Prepare presentations, reports, and documentation with accuracy and professionalism.

• Coordinate internal workshops, offsites, and leadership summits.

• Support project tracking and deliverables.

• Ensure effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity.

• Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance team efficiency.

Required Qualifications

Professional Experience:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role supporting senior leaders.

• Background in fast-paced, international corporate environments.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; background in business administration is a plus.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.

• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Discretion in handling confidential information.

• Initiative and willingness to grow beyond the role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in project management or supporting project teams.

• Familiarity with systems like Workday, Concur, or CRM platforms.

• Event planning experience for internal workshops or summits.

• Emotional intelligence and a proactive mindset.

Why Abbott? A Workplace Where You Can Thrive
At Abbott, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer meaningful careers. Recognized globally for our commitment to workplace excellence, we empower our people with the tools, opportunities, and support to grow, lead, and make a real impact. Across our diverse healthcare businesses, we connect talent and purpose in ways no other company can. Discover your potential and shape the future of health with us.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV (PDF format preferred). We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

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