Company Overview
Rhythm is a biopharmaceutical company aimed at developing and commercialising therapies for the treatment of rare neuroendocrine diseases. Working at Rhythm means that you are part of a team that’s passionate about transforming the lives of people living with rare diseases. We recognise the courage it takes for patients and their caregivers to begin their journey of advocacy to find the answers they need. Their courage inspires us to challenge convention, ask bold questions and seek answers for them. Every day, we strive for excellence through our willingness to learn, adapt and our tenacity to overcome barriers, together.
Job Summary
The Business Operations Support role is essential for ensuring smooth and compliant business operations across the Germany, Switzerland, and Austria (GSA) cluster. This position provides administrative, operational, procurement, and contract related support, while partnering closely with local and international stakeholders across Marketing, Market Access, Finance, Medical Affairs, and other functions.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, reactive, and comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. You should enjoy working with diverse stakeholders and supporting both office and field-based operations.
Responsibilities And Duties
Operational & Administrative Support
- Ensure smooth day‑to‑day office and operational activities for local and international teams.
- Prepare materials for internal meetings, workshops, and events.
- Maintain filing systems (digital & physical) aligned with compliance and documentation standards.
- Perform data entry, record updates, and database maintenance.
- Coordinate travel bookings in accordance with corporate policies.
Contract & Compliance Support
- Manage contract workflows via PORZIO/TPE and Ironclad, ensuring timely processing and adherence to internal policies and compliance guidelines.
- Maintain complete and compliant documentation of all contract‑related materials.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external partners (vendors, HCPs) regarding required forms, approvals, and process steps.
Procure‑to‑Pay (P2P) & Finance Process Support
- Create, manage, and track Purchase Orders (POs) across multiple categories.
- Handle and process invoices, including verification and communication with Finance.
- Act as P2P Super User for the region, supporting colleagues with guidance on P2P procedures.
- Ensure proper documentation and traceability across all procurement activities.
Required
Qualifications and Skills
- Native‑level German and fluent English (spoken and written).
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
- Experience supporting cross‑functional teams and multiple stakeholders.
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- 5+ years of experience in an administrative, operational, or business support role.
- Experience with P2P workflows, vendor management, or finance process support.
- Experience with contract administration tools and finance support functions.
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical industry processes, compliance, and documentation standards.
More About Rhythm
Rhythm is a biopharmaceutical company aimed at developing and commercializing therapies for the treatment of rare neuroendocrine diseases. A central element of Rhythm’s mission is to improve the understanding of these disorders and develop management strategies for patients who have no treatment options available to them. Rhythm was founded in 2008 and is based in Boston, MA. The international headquarters is based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The company’s clinical development program is currently focused on several genetic impairments and acquired injury, all driven by a damage in the MC4R pathway. Visit www.rhythm.com for more information about Rhythm. For healthcare professionals, visit www.path4hcps.com for more information.
At Rhythm our core values are:
- We are committed to advancing scientific understanding to improve patients’ lives
- We are inspired to tackle tough challenges and have the courage to ask bold questions
- We are eager to learn and adapt
- We believe collaboration and ownership are foundational for our success
- We value the unique contribution each individual brings to furthering our mission
