Title: Assistant to the Works Council / Administrative Assistant (m/f/d)

Requisition ID: 75500

Date: Oct 6, 2026

Location:

Eschweiler, NW, DE

Department: General Management

Description:

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

No relocation is provided for this opportunity.

This is an onsite position.

Contract Details: part-time 30 hours

Job Summary

This role is responsible for office and administrative duties and supports processes and projects administrative for the German works council.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Management of the works council calendar, including scheduling, coordination, and monitoring of appointments
Responsibility for administrative tasks, particularly correspondence and data maintenance
Planning, organizing, and supporting events such as works meetings, including preparation, follow-up and minute-taking
Preparation of decision papers and presentations
Independent planning and booking of business travel for works council members, including travel expense accounting
Supporting the works council in internal communication and public relations activities
Coordinating and maintaining collaboration with trade unions and external bodies such as public authorities

Education

Successfully completed commercial vocational training or equivalent qualification / working experience

Work Experience

First experience in office administration and coordination (one to three years)
Ideally, experience in an international manufacturing environment

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Good knowledge of MS Office
Familiarity with industrial constitution law
Strong organizational and coordination skills
Structured, detail-oriented, and independent way of working
High degree of customer and service orientation
Excellent communication and advisory skills, with the ability to interact professionally with stakeholders at all levels
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Very good command of German and good command of English (spoken and written)

Physical Requirements

Light-Exerting up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force frequently constantly to move objects.

Pay Transparency:

The annual base salary range for this position is €31,460.00 - €39,998.00. Total target compensation is determined using objective and gender-neutral criteria, including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, market benchmarks, geographic location, and the scope and responsibilities of the role.

This position may be eligible for variable compensation and other incentive programs in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans within the country of employment. In addition, team members are eligible to participate in the company’s benefits and total rewards programs applicable to their location and employment status.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.