Are you a highly organized and proactive professional who thrives on enabling leadership success? Join our Alexa International Team and become the critical behind-the-scenes catalyst that empowers executive decision-making and organizational effectiveness.
The Amazon Alexa International team seeks a driven, highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support 2 Directors within the Alexa International Team. The Executive Assistant will act as a seamless extension of the Alexa International Executive Team while also providing high-level coordination with other Executive Assistants throughout the team and organization.
Key to the position is the ability to be organized, prioritized and on time while also serving as a "go to" for all areas of responsibility. The position requires the capacity to work successfully in a team environment, build effective working relationships inside and outside of the group and maintain a comprehensive awareness of the organization.
This position will work closely with other Executive Assistants and Administrative Assistants throughout Amazon. A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in dealing with senior professionals inside and outside the company is imperative. In addition, exceptional written and oral communication skills, high attention to detail, bias for action, detailed planning, time management and organizational skills are required.
Key job responsibilities
The EA is responsible to a broad variety of tasks including:
• Management of complex international calendars and scheduling to support teams in multiple locations and time zones
• Manage expense reports, planning detailed domestic and international travel
• Organize, execute, and assist with team activities (staff meeting agendas, all-hands meetings, off-sites, and team social events)
• Understand business priorities and proactively look for ways to improve processes to create efficiency and scale for the leadership team, ranging from organizational communication mechanisms to planning business meetings
• Track and help drive completion of key deliverables and follow up on unresolved items
• Communicating on behalf of the executives directly with the leadership team and other stakeholders across the organization.
• Coordinating with the EA team on organization-wide initiatives.
• Have fun at work and help others do the same
A day in the life
Your day will be dynamic and impactful, supporting two Directors within our innovative team. You'll seamlessly coordinate complex schedules, manage critical communications, and serve as a strategic partner who anticipates needs before they arise. From coordinating international travel to preparing comprehensive meeting materials, you'll be the organizational maestro who keeps our leadership running smoothly.
About the team
We are the Alexa International Team, a collaborative group dedicated to expanding Alexa's global reach and impact. Our team thrives on innovation, cross-cultural communication, and solving complex technological challenges. By joining us, you'll work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to pushing the boundaries of conversational AI and creating technology that connects people
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications
- Experience as an Executive Assistant
- Experience with executive level calendar management
- Experience with domestic or international travel coordination
- Experience leading process improvements
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-tech company
- Experience designing processes to maximize efficiency
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