**Job Description Summary** The Executive Assistant will be supporting the SVP, Public Affairs and will be responsible for providing administrative and operational support for BD’s Washington, DC office. The individual will be a trusted partner who will handle sensitive and confidential information and will interact with employees at all levels of the organization as well as external contacts. Candidates will be expected to be onsite 4 days per week in our Washington, DC location. **Job Description** We are **the makers of possible** BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a **maker of possible** with us. **Primary Responsibilities:** + Performs administrative duties for BD’s global Public Affairs team and the Senior Vice President, Public Affairs. + Manages the operations of BD’s Washington, DC office and responsible for handling needs and concerns that may arise within the department such as computer related issues, corporate cards, maintains office supplies, etc. + Coordinates/organizes various meetings including meetings with government officials, visits from executive leadership and any other events held at BD’s Washington, DC office. + Maintains the calendar of the Senior Vice President, Public Affairs and the Public Affairs team. Uses good judgment in scheduling all meetings and other pertinent calendar events. Sends out appropriate notification/documentation to attendees. + Exercises independent judgment in the establishment of priorities. Must be able to work independently. Maintains a high degree of confidentiality in dealing with all correspondence, reporting, presentations, Public Affairs related materials, etc. Works closely with Central, Regional and Business Unit teams. + Coordinates travel plans for Senior Vice President, Public Affairs. This includes flight arrangements, train reservations, hotel, rental car, limo services, etc. Also makes necessary arrangements for international travel including visa applications and any other information needed when traveling abroad (i.e. medical information). Prepares itineraries for travel and gathers pertinent information necessary for the trip. + Manages/process expense reports for the Senior Vice President, Public Affairs. + Maintains all files and other pertinent correspondence to be retained. Exercises good judgment in the retention, routing and destruction of data. + Performs all administrative duties including emails, letters, and other necessary materials. + Maintains personal computer skill levels with current technology used at BD. + Coordinates orientation schedule, office or cube location, computer/phone set-up for new hires. + Other ad hoc support requests as necessary including (but not limited to): requests for gathering or consolidating data, occasional note-taker in meetings. **About You:** + Minimum of a High School Diploma with formal training or equivalent work experience required. College degree preferred. + At least 7-seven plus years experience as an Assistant supporting senior executives in a globally organization required. + A high-level proficiency with Microsoft office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) required. + Confidentiality is a must - this role will have access to highly confidential data (both financial, organizational, and personal) and this individual must be trusted to maintain confidentiality of this information at all times. + Excellent calendar/meeting management required. **Preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities** + Proficient with SAP and/or Workday and Concur. + Knowledge with scheduling domestic and international business travel and accommodations (including passports, visas, etc.), preparing, reconciling, and maintaining expense reports. + Must be able to project and present a professional image of the Public Affairs function both internally and externally to BD. + Be someone who fosters a positive team atmosphere with a willingness to cooperate with other members of the admin team when required. + Be flexible to ad hoc requests for support even if it’s not listed above for the good of the function and the business. + Be able to handle many parallel tasks at once Salary ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and actual work location. Salary ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles. 28.20 - 46.40 USD Hourly At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting. For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law. **Why Join Us?** A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day. To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place. To learn more about BD visit  https://bd.com/careers Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status. \#earlycareer Required Skills Optional Skills . **Primary Work Location** USA DC - Washington, DC **Additional Locations** **Work Shift** At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You (https://jobs.bd.com/benefits) . Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles. **Salary Range Information** $28.20 - $46.40 USD Hourly Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.