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Job Title: Executive Assistant to the Global Head of Computational & AI Strategy, Research and Development

Location: Cambridge, MA

About the job

Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission — where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you’ll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions. 

Job Summary:

Sanofi is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to support the Global Head of Computational & AI Strategy within R&D.

This role sits at the center of Sanofi’s transformation in AI-powered drug discovery and development and requires an individual who operates with exceptional judgment, discretion, and anticipation in a highly complex global environment.

The Executive Assistant will function as a strategic partner and operational integrator, enabling leadership effectiveness across a broad and highly interconnected ecosystem spanning R&D, Digital, and external partners. This position demands the ability to orchestrate priorities, manage complexity at scale, and proactively remove friction from executive workflows.

This is a high-impact role requiring strong business acumen, executive presence, and the ability to operate independently with minimal direction.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Executive Priority Orchestration

• Own and continuously optimize a highly complex, global calendar involving:

  • Senior R&D leadership

  • Digital and AI governance forums

  • External partners and stakeholders

• Translate strategic priorities into calendar decisions, ensuring optimal allocation of executive time

• Anticipate conflicts, shifting priorities, and emerging needs, proactively adjusting to maintain focus on highest-value activities

• Ensure all meetings are purpose-driven, well-prepared, and outcome-oriented

2. Strategic Coordination & Operating Rhythm

• Serve as a central coordination node across a matrixed ecosystem, including:

  • R&D Leadership Team and governance structures

  • Computational, data, and digital platform leaders

  • External collaborators across biotech, technology, and academia

• Drive consistency and discipline in leadership operating cadence (LT meetings, strategic reviews, decision forums)

• Track key initiatives, decisions, and deliverables, ensuring alignment and follow-through

3. Executive Communications & Briefing

• Draft and refine executive-level communications (email, presentations, talking points) with clarity and precision

• Develop concise, high-quality briefing materials to support decision-making and engagements

• Prepare the Global Head for internal and external interactions, ensuring alignment with strategic messaging and context

• Maintain a consistent executive voice across communications

4. Stakeholder Management & Representation

• Interface with senior executives, functional leaders, and external partners globally

• Act as a trusted representative of the Global Head, handling communications with professionalism and discretion

• Navigate sensitive interactions and prioritize stakeholder needs effectively

• Build and maintain strong working relationships across the organization

5. Travel, Events & Global Logistics

• Coordinate complex international travel and multi-stop itineraries across time zones

• Plan and execute high-impact meetings, workshops, and offsites

• Ensure seamless execution of logistics for internal governance and external engagements

6. Operational Execution & Confidential Support

• Manage administrative processes (expenses, documentation, records) with accuracy and timeliness

• Handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of discretion

• Independently manage special projects and operational tasks as required

7. Continuous Improvement & AI-Enabled Ways of Working

• Leverage digital tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity and efficiency

• Proactively identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve executive effectiveness

• Support adoption of new tools and ways of working aligned with an AI-enabled organization

About You

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Minimum of 7–10 years of executive support or administrative experience in a professional environment

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex schedules and competing priorities at a senior level

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting C-level, EVP, or global senior leadership roles

• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or R&D organizations

• Experience operating in highly matrixed, global environments

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools

• Familiarity with digital transformation or AI-driven organizations

Core Competencies:

• Strategic prioritization and judgment

• Exceptional execution discipline and attention to detail

• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

• High degree of professionalism and discretion

• Ability to anticipate needs and operate proactively

• Adaptability in dynamic, fast-paced environments

Working Conditions:

• Office-based role in Cambridge, MA with flexibility aligned to business needs

• Regular interaction across global time zones; occasional early or late hours required

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. 

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally. 

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. 

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave. 

• This role provides a unique opportunity to operate at the center of Sanofi’s AI and digital transformation in R&D. You will play a critical role in enabling leadership effectiveness and supporting initiatives that aim to transform how new medicines are discovered and developed.

All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

Pursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.

Join Sanofi and step into a new era of science - where your growth can be just as transformative as the work we do. We invest in you to reach further, think faster, and do what’s never-been-done-before. You’ll help push boundaries, challenge convention, and build smarter solutions that reach the communities we serve. Ready to chase the miracles of science and improve people’s lives? Let’s Pursue Progress and Discover Extraordinary – together.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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