Why Genentech
We’re passionate about delivering on Our Promise to improve the lives of patients and create healthier communities for all. We foster a culture of inclusivity, integrity and creativity while boldly pursuing answers to the world’s most complex health challenges and transforming society.
The Opportunity
As the Principal Administrative Business Partner for our newly formed Immunology Squad—a strategic combination of the Nephrology/Rheumatology and GI Squads—you will play a pivotal role in shaping the U.S. Commercial, Medical, and Genentech Public Affairs and Access (CMG) strategy for our vital portfolio. In this highly visible role, you will provide dedicated strategic support to the Immunology Squad Leader (Vice President) and the broader Squad, alongside ad-hoc support to Executive and Senior Marketing Directors. Working in tandem with the Operations and Administration team, you will act as a key contributor to the Commercial Portfolio Organization’s (CPO) Community, driving process improvements and cross-functional alignment.
Independently manage complex, multi-time-zone calendar scheduling and coordinate communication workflows for top-management internal and external stakeholders with high confidentiality.
Lead the end-to-end planning, logistics, venue/speaker selection, AV requirements, and contract management for large-scale department offsites, Global Town Halls, summits, and major Congress events.
Partner with leadership and communications teams to design, track, and execute internal communication strategies, managing departmental gSites, newsletters, and distribution rosters.
Oversee departmental space planning processes, serving as a strategic thought partner to leadership for team placement and project management.
Manage vendor and speaker engagements, including driving the RFP/vendor selection process, managing contracts, and overseeing timely payments.
Assist in organizing network engagement activities, managing administrative logistics for complex candidate interview processes, and overseeing the first 30 days of the onboarding checklist.
Who you are
An average of 5-7 years of related administrative, operations, or project management experience.
Proven track record of managing highly confidential, sensitive, and proprietary business information with discretion.
In-depth expertise using cSuite tools (including Gmail, Google Calendar, Sheets, Slides, Meet, and Zoom) along with collaboration platforms like Trello.
Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating, and prioritizing complex workflows independently within and across multi-functional groups.
A strong track record of meeting or exceeding organizational goals while actively creating a collaborative, inclusive, and productive team climate.
Preferred
Experience gained within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is strongly preferred.
Previous work experience within Roche or Genentech is highly desirable.
Prior experience training other administrative staff or team members on company systems, tools, and processes.
A BS/BA degree or equivalent industry experience.
Location
This role is based in South San Francisco and offers a hybrid schedule working 3 day per week on campus
No relocation benefits are available for this posting
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of CA is $89,700 - $166,700. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
Benefits
Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.
Skills Required
- 5-7 years related administrative, operations, or project management experience
- Proven track record managing highly confidential, sensitive, and proprietary business information with discretion
- In-depth expertise using cSuite tools (Gmail, Google Calendar, Sheets, Slides, Meet) and Zoom; experience with Trello
- Experience planning, coordinating, and prioritizing complex workflows independently across multi-functional groups
- Experience leading end-to-end planning and logistics for large-scale events (offsites, town halls, congresses) including vendor/speaker management
- Strong track record of meeting or exceeding organizational goals while fostering a collaborative, inclusive team climate
- Experience within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
- Previous work experience within Roche or Genentech
- Prior experience training administrative staff on company systems, tools, and processes
- BS/BA degree or equivalent industry experience
Genentech Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Genentech and has not been reviewed or approved by Genentech.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive across medical, dental, vision, mental health, and prescriptions, supported by HSAs/FSAs and broad wellness resources. On‑site fitness and health centers, mental‑health clinicians, and specialized programs like fully covered preventive cancer screenings and menopause support deepen the offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits feature a 401(k) with up to a 4% company match plus an additional annual 6% company contribution to eligible pay. Additional financial protections such as life and accident insurance complement salary, bonuses, and stock options.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away includes about 20 paid vacation days, paid holidays, personal days, and a year‑end shutdown. A paid six‑week sabbatical every six years notably expands long‑term time‑off flexibility.
Genentech Insights
What We Do
Considered the founder of the industry, Genentech, now a member of the Roche Group, has been delivering on the promise of biotechnology for more than 40 years. Genentech is a biotechnology company dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. Our transformational discoveries include the first targeted antibody for cancer and the first medicine for primary progressive multiple sclerosis. We're passionate about finding solutions for people facing the world's most difficult-to-treat conditions. That is why we use cutting-edge science to create and deliver innovative medicines around the globe. To us, science is personal. Making a difference in the lives of millions starts when you make a change in yours.
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