Executive Assistant

Compass Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage, oncology-focused biopharmaceutical company developing proprietary antibody-based therapeutics to treat multiple human diseases. Compass' scientific focus is on the relationship between angiogenesis, the immune system and tumor growth. Our pipeline of novel product candidates is designed to target multiple critical biological pathways required for an effective anti-tumor response. These include modulation of the microvasculature via angiogenesis-targeted agents, induction of a potent immune response via activators on effector cells in the tumor microenvironment, and alleviation of immunosuppressive mechanisms used by tumors to evade immune surveillance. We plan to advance our product candidates through clinical development as both standalone therapies and in combination with proprietary pipeline antibodies based on supportive clinical and nonclinical data. We were founded in 2014 and are headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. For more information, visit www.compasstherapeutics.com.

We are seeking a highly motivated Executive Assistant who desires to be part of a fast-paced, collaborative, and growing team. The ideal candidate will be able to manage multiple high-priority tasks, interface regularly with executive leadership, and exercise independent judgment when handling highly confidential and critical details. This position reports initially to the CFO and is fully on site in our Brighton, MA office.

Responsibilities:

• Provide critical and timely administrative support to the CFO and senior executive officers at Compass
• Confidentially manage essential administrative tasks including calendar management and travel arrangements, and proactively troubleshoot scheduling conflicts
• Coordinate and schedule meetings with internal and external stakeholders, including Compass executives, academic and industry partners, vendors, investors, investment bankers, potential collaborators, and the Board of Directors
• Manage sensitive documents and finalize presentation materials for use in executive meetings, including maintaining contract database system
• Demonstrate excellent professional business communication skills with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate meeting logistics
• Work with the Chief of Staff to prioritize incoming meeting requests, identifying urgent and important commitments, and manage internal board and business calendar
• Utilize the ERP system to prepare expense reports, file business expense documents, and manage purchase orders
• Collaborate across the organization to coordinate logistics for various types of internal and external events or meetings, such as: G&A group meetings, All Company meetings, board meetings, executive dinners, advisory boards, company outings, and conferences
• Place and manage catering orders for corporate functions such as company meals, board meetings, happy hours, and onsite guests
• Implement creative solutions to further streamline administrative operations and improve work processes to ensure business is conducted as efficiently as possible
• Exercise judgment and organizational skills when handling highly confidential and critical details, especially when delivering under tight deadlines
• Prioritize a variety of tasks for executives to successfully achieve Compass goals and objectives
• Complete ad-hoc administrative projects as assigned

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in an administrative role, with 2+ years supporting executive-level leaders
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
• Experience working in a scientific organization such as a biotechnology or pharmaceutical company is highly preferred
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work flexibly and balance multiple project objectives in a fast-paced, cross-functional, collaborative work environment
• Proven experience maintaining confidentiality regarding sensitive information; must operate discretely with a high level of integrity in all work and interactions
• Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills, agility, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent prioritization, written and verbal business communication skills are a must
• Demonstrated proficiency in ERP systems, and relevant programs such as Microsoft Office Suite (especially PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, Expensify; ability to adapt to new technology or systems
• Self-motivated, positive, forward-looking growth mindset and eager to take on new tasks

At Compass, we provide employees with an inclusive offering of benefits and a competitive compensation package. We offer our employees competitive salaries, discretionary bonuses, and meaningful equity participation. Our innovative benefits support the health and wellness of our employees; from medical, dental and vision benefits to health reimbursement arrangement, flexible spending accounts, sponsored gym membership, an employee assistance program, life insurance, and much more. We also provide 401(k) and Roth 401(k) programs with a 6% company match, and other resources for financial wellness. Additional benefits include commuter reimbursement, subsidized company parking, cell phone reimbursement, Summer Fridays, and substantial paid time off including a winter shut down week.

Our Mission at Compass is to develop next generation antibodies into transformative cancer therapies that improve patients' lives. Our Compass Core Values guide us in achieving this. We are mission-focused and share a passion for science and creativity that help us innovate in all that we do. Our unique community promotes authenticity, diversity of thought, and collaborative teamwork.

We invest in the growth and development of our teams and individuals through programs such as company-wide trainings, cross-functional collaboration and job shadowing, tuition reimbursement, employee recognition awards, and a comprehensive performance management cycle. Also, our Compass Culture Committee empowers employee-organized events that celebrate wins, drive initiatives, support local philanthropy, and align with our mission and values.