Executive Assistant, Shipping Technology & Services

Are you always looking around corners and anticipating needs? Do you believe that details matter and want to support a highly engaged team? We are looking for an exceptionally bright, well organized and self-motivated Executive Assistant to become part of our Amazon Shipping Technology & Services team supporting multiple leaders in Bellevue, WA.

We are seeking a driven and motivated individual with a history of high performance to support our organization. This exciting role requires superior attention to detail, great organization and prioritization skills, the ability to plan ahead and to meet tight deadlines, all while juggling multiple critical requests.

A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information, and professionalism in dealing with leaders both internally and externally is important, as is the ability to be flexible and change direction seamlessly. The successful candidate will possess the ability to complete complex tasks and projects quickly with little guidance, react with appropriate urgency to situations that require a quick turnaround, and want to take on varied and exciting new projects and learn new skills. You’ll need to take effective action without knowing the total picture, and efficiently and proactively solve difficult or complex problems that affect people within the department or other related groups.


Key job responsibilities
• Manage complex calendars and scheduling to support teams in multiple locations
• Plan and Manage executive domestic and international travel
• Manage timely expense report coordination and submission
• Organize, execute, and assist with team activities (staff meeting agendas, all-hands meetings, off-sites, and team social events)
• Ensure the timely completion of critical tasks and follow up on outstanding matters.
• Act as a liaison for direct reports
• Work closely with the leadership team, program managers, recruiting, and other Executive Assistants to provide support to the organization
• Help to develop & maintain new mechanisms within the team
• High judgment and decision making in an ambiguous environment
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills

A day in the life
*Team Culture*
Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and we host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.

*Work/Life Balance*
Our team also puts a high value on work-life balance. Striking a healthy balance between your personal and professional life is crucial to your happiness and success here so you can have a more productive and well-balanced life—both in and outside of work.

*Mentorship and Career Growth*
Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.

At least 5 days/week in-office requirements