Amazon’s mission is to build a workplace where Amazonians can invent on behalf of our customers. The AWS Global Sales (AGS) organization is looking for a flexible, proactive, multi-tasking Executive Assistant who wants to be part of a collaborative, innovative, customer-obsessed, multi-functional team. We are looking for someone who is motivated by helping leaders and their teams operate with greater efficiency to support the Director of Enterprise Sales for Amazon Web Services. This position can be located ideally in either New York City, NY

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a multi-functional, global team and will support the Director by managing and optimizing calendars, supporting travel, and participating in team leadership meetings to drive effective follow-up to key actions and projects. This role will require the ability to manage multiple requests and priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and show flexibility to change direction when needed. You will apply your curiosity, business acumen, and strong judgement to effectively prioritize work and react with appropriate urgency to emerging situations. Bias for action, willingness to roll up your sleeves, and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate across all levels of the organization will support your success in this role. A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information is crucial.

Key job responsibilities
Provide seamless support to the Vice President and leadership team to support organizational priorities

Proactively manage leaders calendars with attention to accuracy, detail, and allocation of time to promote productivity; recognizing the need to re-prioritize as appropriate

Coordinate domestic and international travel in compliance with existing policies and procedures, ensuring effective use of time and resources

Organize and manage meetings, off-sites and team-based events

Anticipate challenges and plan accordingly ahead of need (outside of calendaring i.e. staffing, development, talent pipeline, etc.)

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 tools to planning meetings

Plan the annual organizational calendar and facilitate the integration and prioritization of emerging priorities

Track and help drive completion of key deliverables and follow up on outstanding items

Review and copy-edit business documents, communications, and presentations with a high level of accuracy

Support and, at times, manage small to medium projects based on organizational needs and professional development interests

Operate in a leadership role with the North America Sales EA team, and build relationships by working collaboratively with Executive Assistants throughout the team and across the company.

Proactively look around corners and take the initiative to alert leaders on future actions required of them, potential scheduling conflicts and other forward-looking items.

Basic qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications
• 5+ years of senior level leadership support experience
• Experience with domestic or international travel coordination

Preferred qualifications

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

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.

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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, DC, Washington - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
USA, NY, New York - 81,600.00 - 142,800.00 USD annually