Executive Administrative Assistant

Corcept is engaged in the discovery and development of drugs that treat severe endocrine, metabolic, oncologic and neurological disorders by modulating the effects of the hormone cortisol. Since 2012, we have marketed Korlym^® for the treatment of patients suffering from Cushing’s syndrome, a life-threatening orphan disorder caused by excess cortisol activity.

In addition to our commercial product, Korlym, we have discovered a portfolio of more than 1,000 proprietary selective cortisol modulators.  Lead compounds are in Phase 2 and Phase 3 trials for the treatment of patients with Cushing’s syndrome, advanced ovarian cancer, castration-resistant prostate cancer, weight gain caused by antipsychotic medications and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (“NASH”).  We are about to start a Phase 2 trial in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (“ALS”).

In 2021, we generated revenue of $366 million and net income of $112 million.

Executive Administrator (“EA”):

This EA will support the Chief Business Officer (“CBO”) and the Vice Presidents overseeing the Legal, IT, QA, Regulatory and Safety functions, all of whom report to the CBO.  Success in the role will require attention to detail, mature judgment, a sense of ease when taking the initiative, flexibility and a positive demeaner. The ability to protect highly confidential information and manage multiple tasks at the same time will be essential.  For the right person, this is a position of trust and great responsibility.

Responsibilities:

• Support one corporate executive and multiple senior leaders, actively managing and optimizing their crowded calendars
• Manage travel and logistics (hotel, transportation, food, expenses, etc.) for the executive, direct reports and visiting guests
• Lead special projects and ad-hoc assignments
• Coordinate team meetings, events and off-sites
• Identify opportunities for administrative and operational process improvement
• Draft or help prepare correspondence for internal announcements and updates
• Prepare Word, Excel, PowerPoint presentations, agendas and other documents
• Participate in staff meetings, including taking meeting notes and helping with follow up
• Screen incoming calls and visitors; evaluate inquiries and either alert the executive of priority matters or make an appropriate referral
• Maintain complex records systems, including sensitive or confidential materials; design and maintain filing systems

Preferred Skills, Qualifications and Technical Proficiencies:

• Good judgment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to balance multiple priorities
• View the calendar as a fluid and flexible puzzle
• Remain calm and focused under pressure
• Anticipate and resolve potential needs, conflicts or other challenges
• Positive attitude with willingness to roll up sleeves and cheerfully pitch in where needed

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Preference for B.A./B.S. degree or experience supporting leaders within Life Sciences, Regulatory or Tech
• 10+ years of experience in executive admin support, complex calendar management.
• Ability to identify priorities and exercise sound judgment
• Excellent project management, prioritization and organizational skills.
• Ability to quickly learn and implement new procedures, software and technologies
• Commitment to performing consistently excellent work
• Experience with MS Office programs
• Ability to protect confidential information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Corcept appreciates the commitment and hard work of all our team members as we strive to discover and develop novel treatments for patients with serious unmet medical needs.

 Please visit our website at: https://www.corcept.com/

Corcept is an Equal Opportunity Employer