Executive Assistant

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We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Senior Vice President of Oncology & Multispecialty Strategy. This role requires strong organization, discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment. The Executive Assistant will manage calendars, coordinate travel, prepare materials and expense reports, support meetings and events, and help ensure the executive’s time and priorities are managed effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the executive’s calendar, including scheduling, prioritizing, and coordinating meetings, events, and related logistics.

• Arrange domestic and international travel, accommodations, itineraries, and expense reports.

• Prepare agendas, presentations, reports, correspondence, and other materials using Microsoft Office tools.

• Screen, triage, and respond to emails and requests as appropriate, gathering information and facilitating timely follow-up.

• Handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.

• Support onsite meetings, offsites, internal events, and ad hoc special projects as assigned.

• Represent the executive and the company professionally through strong follow-through, responsiveness, and attention to detail.

• Anticipate needs, proactively prepare information, and help conserve the executive’s time by researching and gathering materials in advance.

• Provide general office-day support as needed, including assistance during travel or periods requiring flexibility outside standard business hours.

Minimum Requirement

• Typically requires 5+ years of related experience.

Critical Skills

• Typically requires 5+ years of related experience supporting senior executives.

• Must reside in the DFW area and be able to work onsite in the Irving office as requested.

• 5+ years of experience in an Executive Assistant role, preferably supporting C-level or senior executive leaders.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally at all levels.

• Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and remain flexible based on business needs, meetings, and project priorities.

Preferred Skills

• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand priorities, exercise judgment, and make sound decisions.

• High commitment to excellence, accuracy, and consistent follow-through.

• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.

• Collaborative, service-oriented approach with the ability to build effective relationships with executives, stakeholders, and team members.

• Proactive problem solver with a sense of urgency and the ability to anticipate needs.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$32.56 - $54.26

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