Executive Assistant, Commercial

Amylyx is a clinical-stage company focused on post-bariatric hypoglycemia (PBH), Wolfram syndrome, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Its mission is to usher in a new era for treating diseases with high unmet needs through rigorous science and commitment to the communities it serves.

Amylyx is seeking an Executive Assistant, Commercial, to provide executive-level administrative support to the Chief Commercial Officer and administrative support to the Commercial Leadership Team. This visible role calls for a proactive, responsive team player who can work independently, anticipate priorities, and manage highly confidential matters with discretion. The role requires exceptional written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prepare communications, meeting notes, materials, and presentations.

Amylyx supports remote work opportunities within the United States, but this position requires frequent onsite work at the Cambridge, Massachusetts office, typically at least one day per week and potentially more during busy periods. The remote work setting must support privacy, reliable internet access, phone use, and video conferencing.

The estimated annual pay range is $120,000 to $135,000. The final offer may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity.

• 8+ years of experience supporting C-Level executives.
• Bachelor’s Degree and legal experience are a plus but not required.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and nurture relationships with stakeholders, including employees at all levels, executives, and board members.
• Incredibly proactive; able to anticipate needs and prioritize day-to-day work and projects based on the demands of the business.
• Ability to anticipate and resolve issues.
• Proven time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks, execute effectively against multiple projects and deadlines, and remain cool under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently, using sound judgment and professionalism.
• Applies confidentiality and accuracy to work and interactions with employees and external partners.
• Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving.
• Resourceful team player who can also be extremely effective independently.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and able to learn additional project management and collaboration tools.
• Contracts Management Systems experience preferred.
• Able to work cross-functionally in a matrix environment.
• Must have access to a remote work setting that enables privacy, reliable internet access, phone use, and video conferencing.

• Work closely and effectively with the Chief Commercial Officer, providing support in organizing meetings and calendar management and prioritizing appropriately.
• Support other Commercial department members with administrative needs, including supporting the Commercial Leadership Team as it builds a commercial organization in preparation for a potential launch.
• Support commercial leadership activities by coordinating cross-functional projects, monitoring critical milestones, and facilitating communication across internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the Commercial team with purchase orders and invoices, including opening and closing POs, processing invoices, onboarding new vendors, and managing vendor offboarding.
• Partner with other Executive Assistants to organize corporate events, meetings, and Extended Leadership Team meetings. Support the Chief Commercial Officer with agendas, presentation materials, conference room reservations, and video conference coordination.
• Recommend new ways of managing workflows and improving processes as needed.
• Develop collaborative relationships with Executive Assistants to the Co-CEOs, CFO, Chief Legal Officer, and CHRO, providing backup support as needed.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel and process travel and expense reports for reimbursement.
• Serve as a trusted business partner by proactively managing priorities, anticipating needs, and ensuring efficient use of executive time and resources.
• Track and coordinate key business initiatives, action items, and follow-up activities to ensure commitments are executed on time and stakeholders remain informed.
• Handle highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion, exercising sound judgment in managing executive matters and escalating issues as appropriate.