Team Assistant - Finance in London

Team Assistant - Finance in London

London Full-Time 29 - 29 £ / hour (est.) Home office (partial)
Hays Talent Solutions

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Provide top-notch admin support to the Global Medical Rare Diseases team.
  • Company: Join a leading pharmaceutical company with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible remote work, and opportunities for growth.
  • Other info: Great chance to enhance your career in a supportive team.
  • Why this job: Be part of impactful projects in a dynamic healthcare environment.
  • Qualifications: Administrative experience and strong organisational skills required.

The predicted salary is between 29 - 29 £ per hour.

We are looking for a Team Assistant who will provide high-quality administrative and operational support to the Global Medical Rare Diseases team and the Global Medical Affairs. The role works closely with the Executive Assistant and ensures smooth day-to-day operations, coordination, and execution of the team activities.

Location: Paddington W2 1AF 3 days on-site and 2 days remote

Type: Full-Time (37.5 hours working) Contract: 3 months

Pay Rate: £29 per hour

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders
  • Coordinate contract processing and signatures (e.g., Adobe Sign)
  • Set up new suppliers in partnership with Procurement (e.g., Ariba)
  • Support goods receipting and tracking budget spend
  • Maintain accurate operational records and tracking systems
  • Organise and coordinate key meetings (MEG & RD Leadership meetings)
  • Manage meeting logistics, agendas, and documentation distribution
  • Attend meetings and take minutes where required
  • Manage calendars, scheduling, and diary coordination
  • Coordinate with administrative teams across the organisation
  • Act as back-up for the Executive Assistant when needed
  • Arrange travel, itineraries, and visitor logistics
  • Review and process expense claims (e.g., Concur)
  • Engage proactively with internal and external stakeholders
  • Support timely delivery of projects and team deliverables
  • Assist in preparation of business documentation
  • Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency
Education & Experience
  • Minimum: Administrative experience
  • Preferred: Degree or relevant administrative qualification
Experience Required
  • 4+ years in administrative support (Director-level or similar)
  • Experience in finance/procurement processes
  • Event planning and coordination experience
  • Experience working across large organisations
  • Familiarity with tools such as SAP, Ariba, Adobe Sign, Concur
  • Preferred: Experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector

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We think you need these skills to ace Team Assistant - Finance in London

Administrative Support
Purchase Requisitions Management
Contract Processing
Supplier Setup
Budget Tracking
Meeting Coordination
Minute Taking