Country Governance Assistance

Job Description:

At Solventum

We enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions to our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material, and data science. Our mission is to change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best—because people, and their well-being, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue.

We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure every solution we create combines cutting-edge technology with compassion and empathy. At Solventum, we never stop solving—for you.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As a Country Governance Assistant, you will provide high-level administrative, operational, and strategic support to Site Leader and Country Governance, ensuring seamless daily operations, strong stakeholder communication, and continuous progress on critical initiatives. You will serve as a trusted advisor and liaison, leading efforts that drive efficiency, coordination, and impact.

Key Responsibilities

1. Executive Partnership and Operational Continuity

• Manage calendars, meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for the Site Leader.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the executive office and internal teams, clients, vendors, and external stakeholders.
• Act on behalf of the Country Chair when required to ensure continuity in operations and timely resolution of urgent matters.
• Build and maintain effective relationships across departments to help resolve business-critical issues such as reorganizations, procurement processes, or external relations.

2. Communication & Information Management

• Draft and edit business communications, agendas, reports, and presentations
• Take accurate meeting minutes, follow up on action items, and ensure proper documentation and distribution.
• Maintain well-organized digital and physical records while ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.
• Support internal communication efforts and contribute to organizational well-being, engagement initiatives and others

3. Strategic Coordination & Administrative Support

• Plan and coordinate events and team activities
• Monitor and track commitments from leadership meetings to ensure timely execution.
• Manage administrative tasks including purchase orders, invoice processing, and coordination with Finance and Procurement teams.
• Identify areas for process improvement and propose actionable solutions to enhance administrative efficiency.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 4+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant or Management Support Specialist in a highly matrixed organization.
• CEFR B2+ in English (spoken and written)
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Additional Skills and Experience that Will Help You Succeed

• Previous experience in internal communications and coordinating organizational well-being initiatives.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong problem-solving and adaptability skills in a dynamic business environment.
• Positive attitude with exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong service mindset.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities with a focus on effective task prioritization.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.

Work location: Hybrid - We understand the importance of flexibility in today's work environment. Depending on business needs and the specific requirements of your role, we offer the opportunity to work in a hybrid or remote capacity. While remote work is generally supported and encouraged, it is essential to note that all remote work arrangements require the approval of your manager. This ensures that we maintain alignment with the expectations and demands of each role. Join us and enjoy the benefits of a flexible work location, tailored to suit both your professional and personal needs, while contributing to our dynamic and collaborative team.

Travel: May include up to 0%

Relocation Assistance: May NOT be authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in a country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Supporting Your Well-being

Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.