Description 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 a well-organized and self-motivated Executive Assistant to become part of our Worldwide Public Sector Team here at Amazon Web Services. We are seeking a driven, bright, 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 (at and outside Amazon) 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. Responsibilities for this position include the ability to play a leadership role, to think and plan ahead, delegate responsibilities appropriately, and manage time effectively. Key job responsibilities • Manage complex calendars and scheduling with diplomacy and discretion • Manage a long-range planning calendar • Organize, prioritize, and appropriately handle time-sensitive, confidential information and ensure action required is addressed in a timely manner • Organize, execute, and assist with the preparation of team activities (e.g.,staff meeting agendas, reading material for meetings, on-sites/off-sites, team social events, etc.) • Manage event logistics and support onsite when needed • Schedule cost effective air/hotel/ground transportation. Create detailed travel itineraries both domestic and international (including smooth transitions between time zones) • Coordinate with in-house travel agents and manage international travel process • Submit expense reports in a timely fashion; manage the purchase order process • Coordinate closely with recruiting teams, facilities team, HR team, and other executive assistants within the Amazon community • Consolidate reading material for the executive for large events, country visits, and travel • Track and help drive completion of key deliverables and follow up on outstanding items to include meeting notes and action items • Own Center of Excellence for EA program, inclusive of onboarding, best practices, EA team meetings, etc. • Manage EA workload balancing • Support Customer Engagement team with customer meeting preparation, follow ups, and action item tracking A day in the life About the team About AWS Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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. 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 & 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. 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. Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree - 7+ years of executive assistant experience - Experience handling administrative details independently, while exercising good judgment in keeping team members adequately informed - Experience in a fast-paced, high-tech company - Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint - Ability to handle confidential information with discretion, and deal with professionals inside and outside the company - Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills - Experience with reconciling expenses, booking travel and attention to detail Preferred Qualifications - Experience with reconciling expenses, booking travel and attention to detail - Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments while maintaining commitment to deadlines and long-term goals - Desire and aptitude for learning new concepts on the job - Ability to work in a highly ambiguous environment 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 $66,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $142,800/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.