Executive Assistant, AWS Global Sales

Amazon•Seattle, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The AWS Global Sales organization is seeking a dedicated, resourceful, and customer obsessed Executive Assistant to support the Office of the VP, AWS Global Sales. You will partner with the lead Executive Assistant to support the VP of AWS Global Sales by managing and optimizing calendars, supporting travel, and participating in team leadership meetings to drive effective follow-up to key actions and projects. Importantly, this role has frequent interaction with business and technology leaders, support teams, and Executive Assistants at the highest levels in the company. This role will require the ability to manage multiple requests and priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and show flexibility to change direction when needed. You will apply your curiosity, business acumen, and strong judgement to effectively prioritize work and react with appropriate urgency to emerging situations. Bias for action, willingness to roll up your sleeves, and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate across all levels of the organization will support your success in this role. A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information is crucial. This role requires five (5) days a week in office.

Requirements

5+ years of senior level leadership support, or 3+ years of Amazon experience
High school or equivalent diploma
Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications
Experience with domestic or international travel coordination
Experience leading process improvements
Experience designing processes to maximize efficiency
Experience working with large global teams

Responsibilities

Manage complex calendars and scheduling with teams in across the globe (multiple locations and time zones)
Provide seamless support to the Vice President and leadership team to support organizational priorities
Partner directly with the lead Executive Assistant on key projects and priorities
Proactively manage Vice President’s calendars with attention to accuracy, detail, and allocation of time to promote productivity; recognizing the need to re-prioritize as appropriate
Coordinate domestic and international travel in compliance with existing policies and procedures, ensuring effective use of time and resources
Organize and manage meetings, off-sites and team-based events
Anticipate challenges and plan accordingly ahead of need (outside of calendaring i.e. staffing, development, talent pipeline, etc.)
Understand business priorities and proactively look for ways to improve processes to create efficiency and scale for the leadership team
Support the annual organizational calendar and facilitate the integration and prioritization of emerging priorities
Track and help drive completion of key deliverables and follow up on outstanding items
Build relationships and work collaboratively with Executive Assistants throughout the team and across the company