The Governance, Operations, & Security Services Team is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Executive Assistant to join our growing global organization and provide dedicated support to a VP. We're looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, brings creative problem-solving skills, and is passionate about supporting our team's growth and success.
You'll be an integral part of our fast-paced team, entrusted with significant responsibilities that have a real impact on our success. Your ability to prioritize effectively, think on your feet, and maintain accuracy under pressure will be key to excelling in this role.
You will be responsible for a wide range of activities including management of a fast-changing and complex executive calendar, managing large-scale events, and tracking key deliverables. You’ll also have access to extremely confidential information, and will be trusted with information regarding data privacy. You will build a deep and trusting, long-term partnership with the leaders of Governance, Operations, & Security Services. You will also successfully partner with teams across the company, operate independently, and react with appropriate urgency to situations that require a quick turnaround.
Key job responsibilities
• Expertly manage complex executive calendars across multiple time zones.
• Anticipate potential conflicts or sensitivities and address them proactively.
• Exercise sound judgment when handling confidential matters and communications.
• Craft detailed, efficient travel itineraries that optimize time and productivity.
• Conceptualize and execute a diverse range of team events, from social gatherings to large-scale staff meeting agendas, global team meetings, and off-sites.
• Track and drive completion of key deliverables with a keen focus on deadlines.
• Act as a trusted point of contact for direct reports, providing support and guidance, and maintaining a harmonious and efficient working relationship within the leadership team.
• Craft clear, concise, and compelling documents, adhering to Amazon's writing standards and best practices.
• Embody and champion Amazon's Leadership Principles in all aspects of your work.
• Have fun at work and help others do the same.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating -that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our
uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.- 8+ years of senior level leadership support experience
- Experience with domestic or international travel coordination
- Experience working with large global teams
- Experience working in a matrixed organization
- Experience with end-to-end project management- 10+ years of senior level leadership support experience
- Experience with C-level executive calendar management
- Experience managing teams
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.
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
https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
