We are looking for an exceptionally organized and proactive Executive Assistant who wants to work in a fast-paced, exciting and dynamic organization supporting the Vice President of Delivery Experience (DEX) in Bellevue, Washington.
As the lead assistant of the organization, this role will partner with the leadership team and their assistants to create and maintain a process-driven, efficient, and inclusive organization. This includes keeping abreast of general business objectives, policies, facilities, and related information to maintain a comprehensive awareness of the business and organization.
The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, a demonstrated ability to design and improve processes, the ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments at any given time, as well as the ability to complete complex tasks quickly and react with appropriate urgency to situations that require a quick turnaround. The ability to maintain a high level of discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in dealing with senior executives are also critical to this role.
Key job responsibilities
• \tHeavy, complex calendar management, scheduling meetings with teams in multiple locations
• \tCoordinate domestic and international travel
• \tOrganize, execute, and assist with team activities (staff meeting agendas, all team meetings, offsites, and team social events
• \tEnsure the timely completion of critical tasks and follow up on outstanding matters
• \tWork closely with the leadership team, business partners, and other executive assistants to provide support to the organization
• \tHelp develop and maintain new mechanisms within the team
About the team
For millions of customers worldwide, the Amazon name is synonymous with ultra-fast and convenient delivery. The Delivery Experience (DEX) organization is a worldwide team responsible for providing customers with a best-in-class delivery experience, and building and enabling innovative ways for customers to get what they want, when, where, and how they want it. Primarily based in in Bellevue, WA, the team is also located in New York, NY; Vancouver, CA; Hyderabad, IN; and various cities in EU, and we collaborate with many teams across the company and around the world.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of senior level leadership support experience
- High school or equivalent diploma
- Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications
- Experience as an Executive Assistant
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience managing teams
- Experience working in a matrixed organization
- Experience with C-level executive calendar management
- Experience with end-to-end project management
- Superior attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
- Ability to complete complex tasks quickly with little to no guidance and react with appropriate urgency to situations that require a quick turnaround
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to design and improve processes
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments at any given time
- High level of integrity and discretion
- Impeccable attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $88,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $176,000/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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
