Are you a highly organized individual with a proficiency in English and really enjoy teamwork? AstraZeneca is seeking a Personal Assistant in Barcelona. If you have global experience supporting senior managers across different time zones, handling agendas, booking complex travel, and organizing events,
then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Accountabilities:
As a Personal Assistant within the Early CVRM Administration Team, you will provide timely, high-quality administrative support to Senior Managers. Responsibilities include coordinating complex global meetings and events, managing diaries and business travel, and supporting small projects from planning through delivery.
You will also act as a key source of information for the wider team, support the onboarding of new starters, and ensure internal systems and communication channels are regularly maintained and updated.
Essential Skills/Experience:
- Experience working as a dedicated Personal Assistant to Senior Managers, preferably in Sweden, UK, or US
- Experienced with Outlook and scheduling meetings across different time zones
- Navigation of a large, global organization and managing highly complex diaries
- You will need great interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to delivery and the ability to communicate effectively with different audiences (written and spoken) in English.
- Confidence using a broad range of technology, IT systems, and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and support administrative activities
- Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information, exercising the highest degree of discretion
- Ability to efficiently prioritize workflow and meet deadlines whilst working under pressure
- Strong problem-solving skills with high level of common sense and initiative
Desirable Skills/Experience:
- Experience in the Biopharmaceuticals R&D sector would be advantageous
- Experience using AI tools to streamline workflows, organise information, and enhance productivity.
When unexpected teams come together, bold ideas emerge—fueling life-changing medicines. Working in person helps us connect, move quickly and challenge perspectives. That’s why we’re in the office on an average of at least three days a week, while maintaining flexibility for individual needs. Join our unique, ambitious world.
Why AstraZeneca?
Join the team unlocking the power of what science can do. We are working towards treating, preventing, modifying and even curing some of the world's most complex diseases. Here we have the potential to grow our pipeline and positively impact the lives of billions of patients around the world. We are committed to making a difference. We have built our business around our passion for science. Now we are fusing data and technology with the latest scientific innovations to achieve the next wave of breakthroughs. It's
our combination of curiosity and courage that drives us, inspired by the possibility of doing things that have never been done before. Empowered to step up, we free ourselves from fear of failure to dig deep into the biology of complex diseases and make bold decisions. Celebrating our successes and failures along the way.
At AstraZeneca, we follow the science unlike anywhere else. This is the place for curious minds. Dig deep into the biology of complex disease and uncover breakthroughs. Our belief powers us to push the boundaries. As we improve success rates, we keep moving forward. Celebrating both successes and
failures along the way. We're investing to enhance our understanding of disease as we work towards creating the next generation of therapeutics and pioneering new approaches to better predict clinical success.
Join us at AstraZeneca, where we are unlocking the power of what science can do. We are working towards treating, preventing, modifying and even curing some of the world's most complex diseases. Here we have the potential to grow our pipeline and positively impact the lives of billions of patients around the world. Ready to make a difference? Apply today!
*Please apply with your resume written in English
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and
harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. If you would like to be notified about future job opportunities, you can set up a job alert!
Date Posted
30-oct-2026Closing Date
12-nov-2026AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
Skills Required
- Experience working as a dedicated Personal Assistant to Senior Managers, preferably in Sweden, the UK, or the US
- Experience using Outlook and scheduling meetings across different time zones
- Ability to navigate a large global organization and manage highly complex diaries
- Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and written and spoken English communication skills
- Confidence using technology, IT systems, and AI-enabled tools for administrative activities
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- Ability to prioritize workflow and meet deadlines under pressure
- Strong problem-solving skills, common sense, and initiative
- Experience in the biopharmaceutical R&D sector
- Experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance productivity
AstraZeneca Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AstraZeneca and has not been reviewed or approved by AstraZeneca.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive across many roles when total rewards are factored in. Senior scientific and leadership bands are described with high ranges that reinforce competitiveness at upper levels.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Bonuses, equity eligibility in many salaried roles, and solid sales on‑target earnings with upside are emphasized as meaningful parts of compensation. These elements boost overall value even where base pay is not the very highest.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) program with a strong company match and immediate vesting is repeatedly cited as a standout. Generous retirement support is viewed as enhancing the total package relative to peers.
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