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Job Description
US Oncology Senior Administrative Assistant
Cambridge, MA
Hybrid
Job Posting Description
OBJECTIVES:• Performs administrative duties and office support activities for a team or department.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:• Calendar management - proactively resolve meeting conflicts and scheduling
Coordinates documents and correspondence, including letters, reports, emails, presentations, memos, faxes, etc. using appropriate tools for required work including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point to track, document and report data.• Reviews documents and proofreads for grammar and spelling, accuracy, consistency of terms, and completeness; ensures document text and graphics adhere to corporate and organization guidelines and standards.• Arranges travel for the team or department; completes expense reports in a timely manner.• Collects, reviews, enters, and formats accurate data into spreadsheets, databases, and other electronic tools.• Interfaces and communicates with internal and external customers; directs people to the appropriate resources.• Researches solutions and responds to email and phone inquiries with guidance and review from direct supervisor.• Participates in maintenance of improvement processes; implements changes to improvement processes for direct responsibilities.• Prepares documentation for payment of vendors, consultants, and suppliers; after review by direct supervisor, submits documentation and enters requests for payments into accounting system; responds to inquiries from accounts payable and payees.• Develops a network within the department; draws on network to answer questions and successfully execute responsibilities.• Demonstrates confidentiality in execution of all responsibilities.• Performs other duties as required.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:• Associates degree preferred. High school diploma/GED required• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience. Strong PC literacy with intermediate skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel or PowerPoint. Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Concur and Ariba experience preferred• Project management experience desirable
• Must be able to sit for long hours. Must be able to view and operate a computer.• Minimal travel as required for the work, primarily for meetings.
WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU:
• 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
• Tuition reimbursement Company match of charitable contributions
• Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings
• Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days
• Community Outreach Programs
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Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.
For Location:
Boston, MA
U.S. Hourly Wage Range:
$26.92 - $42.31
The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.
EEO Statement
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
Locations
Boston, MA
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Job Exempt
No
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Takeda Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Takeda and has not been reviewed or approved by Takeda.
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Retirement Support — The package includes a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match with immediate vesting plus an additional non-elective Annual Retirement Contribution based on age and service. These elements meaningfully enhance long-term financial security beyond base pay.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid bonding leave for all parents, Bright Horizons back-up care, and Maven family-forming and reproductive health resources indicate broad, practical support. Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and breast-milk shipping while traveling extend coverage to diverse family-building needs.
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Healthcare Strength — U.S. offerings include multiple PPO options (including an HSA-eligible plan) with prescription coverage, alongside medical, dental, and vision insurance often available from day one. Access to HSAs/FSAs and mental health supports contributes to comprehensive healthcare coverage.
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