Senior Executive Assistant

Job Introduction

Thank you for your interest in Dechra, we’re so pleased you want to learn more.

We are a growing, global specialist in veterinary pharmaceuticals, developing, manufacturing and delivering high-quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide. With almost 3,000 colleagues globally, our culture is built on our values: Dedication, Enjoyment, Courage, Honesty, Relationships and Ambition.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Executive Assistant to partner directly with our Chief People Officer (CPO), with additional collaboration across the C-suite.

This is a high-visibility position at the heart of our executive team, supporting the CPO and partnering across senior leadership. You’ll be operating in an environment where priorities shift, decisions matter, and pace is a natural part of how the business operates.

You’ll play a critical role in enabling the CPO to focus on strategic priorities and drive business outcomes, bringing structure, clarity and coordination to a complex and evolving environment.

We’re looking for someone who is comfortable working in this kind of setting, someone who can anticipate needs, bring order to complexity, and quickly build effective working relationships with senior stakeholders.

If you enjoy working in a role where priorities evolve, expectations are clear, and no two days are the same, this could be a great fit.

*** Please note: This is a hybrid role, designed to support the needs of our Chief People Officer. Our senior executive team operates on a remote-first basis with significant international travel, so your presence will flex between remote working and in‑person support in Boston when needed, offering a unique opportunity to operate at the heart of a globally connected C‑suite. ***

What will you be responsible for?

CPO Partnership & Executive Support

• Act as a key partner to the CPO, aligning time, focus and priorities with strategic objectives
• Manage a complex and evolving schedule, ensuring alignment with business needs
• Anticipate requirements, proactively address conflicts, and enable effective forward planning

Executive Operations & Planning

• Support the planning and delivery of leadership cadences (e.g. Executive meetings, business reviews, planning cycles)
• Prepare clear, well-structured briefing materials to support decision-making
• Track key actions and ensure timely follow-up across stakeholders

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Build effective working relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders globally
• Coordinate communication across functions with clarity and consistency
• Draft materials and communications on behalf of the CPO as required

Coordination & Delivery

• Support the execution of cross-functional initiatives, leadership offsites, and key business activities
• Maintain oversight of priorities and ensure alignment across teams
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and ways of working within the executive office

Judgement & Discretion

• Handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity
• Apply sound judgement in managing priorities and navigating day-to-day decisions

What are we looking for?

We’re interested in individuals who can demonstrate:

• Experience supporting C-suite leaders
• The ability to manage complex priorities and work independently
• Strong organisational awareness and understanding of business context
• Excellent planning, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to build effective, professional relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Confidence in handling sensitive information with discretion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace

Why Dechra?

At Dechra, we put our people first and aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive. 

We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Weekly wellbeing sessions focused on physical and mental health
• Competitive benefits and long-term financial incentives
• A collaborative, values-led culture

Interested?

If you’re looking for an opportunity to work closely with a Chief People Officer and contribute to how an executive function operates, we’d love to hear from you.