Executive Associate I

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

This executive associate position is within the Corporate Tax department, reporting to the Head of Tax. This position provides day to day general administrative assistance to the Head of Tax, the VP Tax Operations and VP Tax Planning as well as to the tax group as needed and at the direction of the manager. This role requires the ability to work efficiently and effectively, especially when on occasion there may be high pressure or time sensitive matters. It requires excellent judgement in handling confidential information, and ability to act with professionalism in difficult situations. Most importantly ability to be discreet and professional when handling sensitive corporate and corporate tax matters. It requires excellent verbal and written skills to communicate with senior management in appropriate styles with tact and diplomacy internal and externally. Position is based in Princeton, New Jersey and may require travel to Summit, NJ and New York City on occasion.

Experience

• 6+ years experience with law firm, Big Four, or in-house (or combination of).
• Minimum 2-3 years as a seniors administrative assistant or equivalent
• Experience with or ability to quickly learn all company systems and work applications, eg concur, Ariba, excel, word, PowerPoint, outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational abilities
• Strong communication skills

Education

• Undergraduate Degree

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is an essential job function of this role which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and enhances the Company culture.

To protect the safety of our workforce, customers, patients and communities, the policy of the Company requires all employees and workers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have received an exception based on an approved request for a medical or religious reasonable accommodation. Therefore, all BMS applicants seeking a role located in the U.S. and Puerto Rico must confirm that they have already received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of employment. This requirement is subject to state and local law restrictions and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions such as Montana. This requirement is also subject to discussions with collective bargaining representatives in the U.S.

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