Executive Assistant 2

Nordstrom; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision, Dental

Retirement and PTO

Merchandise Discount

Job summary

Nordstrom is seeking an Executive Assistant 2 in Seattle to support senior leaders with calendar management, materials preparation, and coordination across teams. The role aligns with a hybrid model, four days in-office and one remote day per week.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of admin experience, a business degree, and strong organizational and communication skills to manage sensitive information and competing priorities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of administrative experience supporting senior level executives.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem solving.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to build relationships with customers, peers and leadership.
• Demonstrated flexibility and multi-tasking ability.
• Strong organizational and discretion with confidential information.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate calendars and activities across multiple teams.
• Facilitate processes necessary for the department's effective operation.
• Review operating practices and implement improvements with management.
• Set up and oversee administrative procedures and guidelines for the department.
• Assist in maintaining department budget and expense reconciliations.
• Drive special projects as assigned.

Skills

Administrative experience

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Relationship building

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Self-management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

NOTE: This position is located at Nordstrom's downtown Seattle headquarters and follows a hybrid work model, with four days in the office and one remote workday each week.

At Nordstrom, we don't just sell cutting-edge fashion and accessories, we create it. Our talented fashion design team - Nordstrom Made - develops, designs, produces and sources our private Nordstrom labels. From traditional to trendy, this team is shaping the styles and looks our customer love. We have an opportunity on the team for an Executive Assistant 2.

The ideal Executive Assistant 2 is highly organized, motivated, results oriented and committed to delivering outstanding customer service every day.

A day in the life…

• Coordinate calendars and activities (meetings, presentations, etc.) across multiple teams
• Facilitate processes necessary to the effective running of the department
• Review operating practices and procedures, determine whether improvements can be made and work with management to implement changes as appropriate
• Set up and oversee administrative procedures and guidelines for department
• Assist in maintaining department budget and expense reconciliations
• Actively drive special projects as assigned

You own this if you have…

• 5+ years of administrative experience supporting senior level executives
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration highly preferred
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to effectively build relationships with customers, peers and leadership
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to multi-task
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to handle confidential information while maintaining a high level of integrity and discretion
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office suite
• Clear and effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

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Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.

Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$31.75 - $50.50 Hourly

We’ve got you covered…

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Full_Time_ES-US.pdf

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

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