The AWS People eXperience and Technology (PXT) organization (HR) is seeking a senior-level Executive Assistant to provide support to the Director of PXT for Applied AI Solutions as well as one additional leader.
Join AWS as a key strategic partner helping to shape the future of AI through exceptional executive support. This role goes beyond traditional EA duties; youll be the backbone of a critical organization directly enabling two influential leaders who are driving AWSs artificial intelligence initiatives.
We build the culture talent and organization that ensures all Builder thrive in creating inventing and delivering for our customers globally. From Day One this role will focus on keeping the organizations leader and team organized informed and on task. You will manage complex calendars coordinate meetings with S-team leaders prepare materials for PXT leadership discussions and serve as a trusted partner to these executives. High-level calendar management and scheduling will require attention to detail as well as superb time management and organizational skills. You should be comfortable juggling multiple priorities managing last-minute escalations and effectively partner with other Executive Assistants throughout the organization to get things done.
You must understand business priorities and demonstrate the ability to proactively anticipate needs and drive improvements. This role requires professionalism integrity and discretion in handling confidential information. You should be resourceful forward-thinking and a creative problem solver.
This role requires five (5) days a week in office.
Key job responsibilities
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Own complex calendar and scheduling
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Own domestic and international travel
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Track and follow up on action items from S-team and PXT leadership meetings to ensure completion
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Manage expense report coordination and submission
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Develop organize execute and assist with team activities (Staff meetings; All-Team meetings; Off-Sites; and team social events/recognition
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Track and help drive completion of key deliverables
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Manage team space including moves new hire location assignments and re-configurations
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Work closely with the leadership team and our business partners.
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Partner with other Executive Assistants throughout the team and across the company
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Support a positive team culture
A day in the life
In this role you will have exposure to S-team level strategic initiatives opportunity to build and lead process improvements across the organization access to and mentorship by AWSs most senior level Executive Business Partners and partnership with other forward-thinking Executive Assistants who are pioneering the use of AI tools to revolutionize executive support.
Youll collaborate with fellow EAs who are actively shaping how artificial intelligence enhances our productivity and effectiveness in supporting AWS leadership. You will be working in a constantly changing environment with frequent S-team engagement you will demonstrate initiative complete tasks and projects quickly and proactively take action without having to know the total picture. You will learn organizational structures and objectives of the teams you support as well as build a strong internal network. You will apply superior attention to detail great organizational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines and juggle multiple critical requests while maintaining flexibility a sense of humor and most importantly grace under pressure. Over time you will build deep and trusting professional relationships with the leaders and their teams which will blossom into strong partnerships that provide opportunities for special projects with increased responsibility and long-term career growth.
- Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications
- 5 years of senior level leadership support or 3 years of Amazon experience
- High school or equivalent diploma
- Experience with domestic or international travel coordination
- Experience leading process improvements
- Experience in a fast-paced high-tech company
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including 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 and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at WA Seattle - 82700.00 - 129800.00 USD annually