• Executive Assistant, Global Specialty Recruiting

    Amazon (Seattle, WA)


    Description

    Global Specialty Recruiting in Seattle seeks a dedicated, self-driven Executive Assistant with strong business acumen and great communication skills to support two Directors.

     

    This role requires strong time management skills, the ability to look around corners, and a passion for organization. Excellent attention to detail, great judgment, and the ability to meet tight deadlines while juggling multiple requests across global teams is critical. Composure and the ability to foster a positive team culture are must-haves, as are flexibility and adaptability to shifting priorities. A high level of integrity and discretion handling confidential information and professionalism dealing with senior executives inside and outside the company is imperative. You will understand business priorities, proactively anticipate needs and deliver results, while initiating and driving improvements that build capacity for the leadership and EA teams. Completing complex tasks quickly with high levels of autonomy, reacting with appropriate urgency to situations that require quick turnaround, and taking effective action without having to know the whole picture is key to success.

     

    This role requires five (5) days a week in office.

     

    A day in the life

    *Team Culture*

     

    Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and we host annual and ongoing learning experiences.

     

    *Work/Life Balance*

     

    Our team also puts a high value on work-life balance. Striking a healthy balance between your personal and professional life is crucial to your happiness and success here, which is why we aren’t focused on how many hours you spend at work or online. Instead, we’re happy to offer a flexible schedule so you can have a more productive and well-balanced life—both in and outside of work.

     

    *Mentorship and Career Growth*

     

    Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.

    Basic Qualifications

    - 3+ years of senior level leadership support, or 1+ years of Amazon experience

     

    - High school or equivalent diploma

     

    - Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications

     

    - Experience with executive level calendar management

    Preferred Qualifications

    - Experience in a fast-paced, high-tech company

     

    - Experience managing multiple calendars

     

    Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

     

    Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

     

    Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $50,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $107,100/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.