Office And Administrative Assistant

This role will maintain the Samsara BioCapital office and provide additional support to team members as needed.

The position requires the ability to interact with people at all levels in a fast-paced environment while adhering to deadlines, remaining flexible, and anticipating needs/concerns. The ideal candidate will be present in the office 4-5 days a week and have a high level of maturity, professionalism, and confidentiality. The successful candidate will have experience working with senior executives, managing projects/events, and working both independently and cooperatively with a team.

Responsibilities:

• Meeting preparation, meeting organization, communicating with all involved parties
• Provide direct administrative support as needed, including scheduling appointments, meetings, and events; booking travel mailing and shipping packages; and updating contacts database and employee lists
• Monitor calendar and anticipate potential scheduling conflicts
• Greet visitors to the office and ensure a friendly, personal experience
• Ensure office efficiency by maintaining common areas, organizing procedures, handling correspondence, managing file systems, and overseeing supplies and equipment
• Oversee day-to-day office activities as main point of contact in reception area
• Opportunity to take on operational duties as needed and as time allows

Qualifications:

• Microsoft Suite proficient
• Thorough and patient with details and company process
• Clear and accurate communication
• Responsible in nature and takes ownership
• Proactive in nature
• Intrinsically motivated
• Ability and willingness to be present in our Palo Alto office.
• Ability to focus and stay on-task
• Previous work supporting executives in the financial industry a plus.
• Can see the bigger picture
• 2-3 years relevant administrative and/or office assistant work experience.

Company Overview:

• Samsara BioCapital launched in March 2017, founded by Srini Akkaraju.
• Focus on biotech industry – both private and public equity.
• Well funded, collaborative work environment.

The salary range for this position is $90,000 USD to $100,000 USD annually. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the Company’s compensation practices.