Executive Assistant II, Alexa Experiences & Services

Amazon; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Amazon in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking an Executive Assistant to support Directors with meticulous calendar management, travel planning, and event coordination in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will handle confidential information with discretion, exercise strong judgment, and coordinate cross-functional communication across the organization while maintaining professionalism and proactive prioritization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior level leadership support or Amazon experience.
• Proven ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active and fluid calendar with meticulous scheduling and appointments.
• Plan detailed domestic and international travel and events.
• Coordinate expense reports and reimbursements.
• Support team activities and prepare meeting agendas.
• Screen and prioritize meeting requests as the gatekeeper to executives.
• Communicate on behalf of senior leaders with stakeholders across the organization.
• Develop and maintain organizational mechanisms; train staff on policies.

Skills

Calendar management

Executive support

Microsoft Office

Travel coordination

Discretion handling confidential info

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job ID: 10514550 | Amazon.com Services LLC

The Alexa organization is seeking a highly organized, proactive and driven Executive Assistant to support Directors in Sunnyvale, California.

The Executive Assistant (EA) will be responsible for handling confidential information and maintaining professionalism in dealing with senior executives across the company. Role responsibilities include managing multiple complex calendars, planning and organizing events of all sizes, and coordinating domestic and international travel. This candidate will help build a positive team environment and establish working relationships inside and outside of the group.

The EA must be creative, organized, detail-oriented, exercise good judgment, have strong written, verbal and administrative skills.

The EA must be able to work in a dynamic, complex work environment and balance multiple priorities. They will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure to handle a wide variety of tasks, assignments and confidential matters with discretion.

The EA must demonstrate a strong bias for action by handling administrative matters expeditiously, proactively and professionally to ensure successful completion of assigned projects and tasks.

Key job responsibilities

• Manage an active and fluid calendar; must show meticulous attention to detail in scheduling, coordinating and planning internal meetings, agendas and appointments
• Planning detailed domestic and international travel
• Manage expense report coordination and submission
• Organize, execute, and assist with team activities (staff meeting agendas, all-hands meetings, off-sites, and team social events)
• Serving as the "gatekeeper" to the executive office, screening and prioritizing appointments/meeting requests while always providing polite and professional service
• Communicating on behalf of the senior executive directly with the leadership team and other stakeholders across the organization
• Help to develop & maintain new org mechanisms
• Training other administrative staff on company policies and best practices

A day in the life

This exciting role requires attention to detail, the ability to meet tight deadlines, great organizational skills, and the ability to juggle multiple critical requests.

A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information, and professionalism in dealing with senior leaders and engineers inside the company is important, as is a good sense of humor.

The successful candidate will possess the ability to complete complex tasks and projects quickly with minimal guidance, react with appropriate urgency to situations that require a quick turnaround, and take effective action with ambiguity and show grace under pressure.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior level leadership support, or 3+ years of Amazon experience
• High school or equivalent diploma
• Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications

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.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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, CA, Sunnyvale - 81,600.00 - 142,800.00 USD annually

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.