Administrative Lead

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Andover, MA, USA
In-Office
33-55 Hourly
Entry level
Artificial Intelligence • Healthtech • Machine Learning • Natural Language Processing • Biotech • Pharmaceutical
We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.
The Role
Provide comprehensive administrative support to PhRD management and leadership in Andover, MA. Manage complex calendars, meeting logistics, travel and expense reporting, onboarding/offboarding, office equipment and facilities coordination, and confidential meeting notes. Serve as liaison across sites, support events, submit IT/facilities tickets, and lead special administrative projects.
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We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Administrative Lead to provide comprehensive support to our PhRD Management Teams, Leadership Team (LT), and staff located in Andover, MA. In this vital role, you will serve as the operational anchor for our team-ensuring seamless day-to-day activities, managing complex schedules, and leading coordination efforts for facilities, IT, and HR-related processes.
As a collaborative problem-solver who takes ownership of administrative workflows, your efficiency and dedication will directly enable our research and development team to stay focused on delivering breakthrough therapies that change patients' lives. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and value handling critical, confidential operations with discretion, we want you on our team.
What You Will Achieve
In this role, you will:
  • Provide comprehensive administrative support to PhRD Management Teams, the Leadership Team (LT), and staff located in Andover, MA.
  • Provide meeting management support, including supporting agendas, gathering and distributing materials, and sending invites to appropriate colleagues.
  • Record meeting summaries, key decisions, and action items while handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
  • Handle all aspects of departmental or global meeting logistics, including conference room reservations, teleconferences, videoconferences, catering, and arranging visitor access as needed.
  • Maintain complex calendars, manage travel arrangements, and process expense reporting for LT members, as required.
  • Collaborate with and serve as a backup for other administrative colleagues in St. Louis or Cambridge and liaise seamlessly with administrative partners across the organization.
  • Submit tickets for computers, printers, and facility-related issues, order general office supplies, and coordinate office equipment changes with support departments.
  • Schedule interviews for staff, colleagues, and contractor positions.
  • Support team leaders with the onboarding and offboarding of colleagues and contractors, including coordinating office/cubicle space, computers, phones, and corporate AMEX cards.
  • Support the organization and execution of departmental events (e.g., arranging catering, coordinating locations).
  • Complete special projects assigned, acting as a lead on administrative workflows.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
  • Bachelor's degree with 0+ years of experience; OR
    an associate's degree with 4 years of experience; OR a high school
    diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years of relevant experience
  • Experience demonstrating the ability to carry out the administrative and operational functions described above.
  • Advanced Microsoft Office Skills, specifically in Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication (written and oral), and project management skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills, consistently demonstrating resourcefulness and perseverance through ambiguous situations.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, meet tight deadlines independent of direct supervision, and work collaboratively in a matrix organization.
  • High flexibility, taking initiative, and demonstrating a positive, enthusiastic attitude with the ability to work independently and in team settings.
  • Proven efficiency and accuracy in all administrative functions.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)
  • Demonstrates working knowledge and skills regarding general administrative functions and performs these in support of supervisor/staff (telephone/e-mail etiquette, cross-site access, Pfizer Travel & Expense).
  • Proficiency in other Pfizer systems (e.g., Ariba, SharePoint, OneNote, GDMS); SharePoint website management knowledge is preferred.
  • Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as Google Gemini or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
N/A
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
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Additional Information:
  • Work Location Assignment: On Premise
  • Last Day to Apply: June 23, 2026
The salary for this position ranges from $33.11 to $55.18 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company's policies. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided applies only to the United States - Massachusetts - Andover location.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.
U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.
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Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider's name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [email protected] . This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.
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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree (0+ years) OR Associate's degree with 4 years' experience OR High school diploma with 6 years' relevant experience
  • Demonstrated ability to perform administrative and operational functions (meeting management, travel, expense reporting, onboarding/offboarding)
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, written and oral communication, and project management skills
  • Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, resourcefulness, and ability to handle confidential information
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet tight deadlines independently, and work in a matrixed organization
  • High flexibility, initiative, positive attitude, and ability to work both independently and in teams
  • Permanent authorization to work in the United States
  • Working knowledge of Pfizer systems (Ariba, SharePoint, OneNote, GDMS) and SharePoint site management
  • Familiarity with Pfizer Travel & Expense processes
  • Experience using AI productivity tools (e.g., Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot) and understanding responsible AI practices

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Pfizer Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes comprehensive medical with robust mental‑health networks, plus dental and vision options, and coverage for infertility/family‑building and transgender‑affirming care. Recent U.S. summaries name mental‑health partners and outline multiple plan choices.
  • Retirement Support The retirement program provides a 401(k) with company match plus an additional employer Retirement Savings Contribution, along with financial‑planning support and company‑paid life and disability insurance. These elements are highlighted as part of the core U.S. package.
  • Parental & Family Support Parental leave is described as up to 26 weeks in the U.S. when combining paid non‑medical parental leave with medical recovery where applicable, with exact pay and weeks dependent on circumstances and plan elections. Family‑building support includes egg preservation, adoption, and surrogacy coverage.

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