Amazon is hiring: Executive Assistant, AWS Solutions, User Experience in Sunnyva

Executive Assistant, AWS Solutions, User Experience

Job ID: 2869377 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Amazon is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Vice President of User Experience (UX) in AWS Solutions and the broader User Experience org. We are a global organization building software to transform industries and make the world a better place. We are looking for a multitasking and self-motivated individual to be a key member of the business leadership team.

This role requires superior attention to detail, the ability to organize and prioritize critical deliverables in a fast-paced and changing environment, and the ability to juggle multiple competing requests. The right candidate for this role will possess strong written and verbal communication skills and be customer obsessed. A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information is critical for success in this role, as is a good sense of humor. We like to have fun!

A successful candidate will possess the ability to complete complex tasks and projects quickly with little to no guidance, react with appropriate urgency to situations that require a quick turnaround, be creative in finding solutions, and take effective action without having to know the total picture.

This EA will be part of a growing team of 30+ executive assistants, working to support the broader AWS Solutions org as a team, and will serve as site lead EA for our Sunnyvale office of ~110 employees.

Key job responsibilities

1. Managing complex calendars and scheduling with global teams
2. Interacting clearly and proactively with senior executives
3. Tracking and helping in driving completion of key deliverables and following up on outstanding items
4. Organizing, executing, and assisting with team activities (staff meetings, all-hands meetings, off-sites, and team social events)
5. Working closely with the leadership team, partner teams, and other Executive Assistants to provide support to the organization
6. Occasional travel for off-sites or trainings
7. Managing domestic and international travel
8. Driving a collaborative and engaging organizational culture

A day in the life
Every day is different, but a typical day will involve managing a high volume of email, working with other Executive Assistants to schedule complex meetings, and partnering closely with executives and their business partners on projects and initiatives.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of senior level leadership support, or 3+ years of Amazon experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications
• Ability to work in a highly ambiguous environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience leading process improvements
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-tech company
• Experience designing processes to maximize efficiency

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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