Executive Assistant, AWS PxT

Amazon • Seattle, WA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The AWS PxT (HR) team is looking for an exceptional, well-organized and self-motivated Executive Assistant to support two Directors in the AWS PxT Leadership Team. This role requires attention to detail, exceptional organization and prioritization skills, and the ability to plan ahead and meet tight deadlines while juggling multiple critical requests. This Executive Assistant will be responsible for handling confidential information and maintaining professionalism in dealing with senior executives. Role responsibilities include managing multiple complex calendars, planning and organizing events of all sizes, and coordinating domestic and international travel. You will help build a positive team environment and establish working relationships inside and outside of the group. This role requires five (5) days a week in office. A day in the life You must be able to communicate well with a positive team environment and take swift, effective action whilst proactively solving complex problems with little to no guidance. The position requires the ability to work successfully within a fast-paced team environment, build effective working relationships, maintain a comprehensive awareness of the organization and become the “go-to” person for support activities. You must posses the ability to handle confidential information while maintaining professionalism in dealing with Leadership Team Members. About the team Diverse Experiences Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Why AWS Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud. Inclusive Team Culture Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship and Career Growth We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Requirements

• 5+ years of senior level leadership support, or 3+ years of Amazon experience
• Experience with executive level calendar management
• Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications
• High school or equivalent diploma

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-tech company
• Experience with domestic or international travel coordination
• Experience designing processes to maximize efficiency

Responsibilities

• Management of complex calendar and scheduling to support teams in multiple locations.
• Manage domestic and international travel.
• Manage expense report coordination and submission.
• Organize, execute, and assist with team activities (staff meeting agendas, all-hands meetings, off-sites, and team social events).
• Ensure the timely completion of critical tasks and follow up on urgent matters.
• Work closely with the leadership team, program managers, recruiting, and other Executive Assistants to provide support to the organization.
• Help to develop & maintain new mechanisms within the team.
• Have fun at work and help others do the same!

Benefits

• health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage)
• 401(k) matching
• paid time off
• parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: High school or GED