Executive Assistant, Intelligent Systems Experience (SEAR)

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Employee stock programs

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation

Bonus/Commission eligible

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino seeks an Executive Assistant to support the VP of Intelligent Systems Experience (SEAR). You will manage complex calendars, coordinate travel, and handle expense reporting, events, and ad-hoc requests with discretion.

The role requires strong organization, proactive problem solving, excellent communication with senior leaders, and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment. Experience supporting C-level executives in high-tech settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4+ years of EA experience supporting VP, SVP or C-level executives in a high tech industry.
• Experience managing highly complex calendars, with the ability to foresee and resolve scheduling conflicts proactively.
• Experience planning, managing, and executing events.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with professionalism and tact when interacting with senior executives and team members.

Skills

EA experience

Calendar management

Event planning

Communication skills

Education

AA or BS degree

Tools

Calendar

Numbers

Keynote

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Corporate Functions

Does an exciting, dynamic, fast paced and collaborative environment catch your attention? Do you like puzzles and determining solutions that are not obvious? If so, consider joining us! We are seeking an Executive Assistant for our VP of Intelligent Systems Experience (SEAR). The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills, work autonomously & collaboratively, and show a proactive approach to solving problems. In addition to being organized and analytical, you have the strong business judgment and communication skills needed to interact with a variety of people across multiple job functions and levels. You must love what you do and have the desire to be a team player on an amazing team.

Description

This role requires a high degree of flexibility, strategic thinking, and strong problem-solving skills to effectively navigate shifting priorities and last-minute changes. As a master of planning and calendar management, you will play a critical role, working alongside the VP, in orchestrating complex schedules, ensuring the executive’s time is efficiently managed. Serving as the primary gateway to the calendar, you will collaborate closely with the VP, other executive assistants, project managers, and leaders across Apple and external organizations. Your support will be comprehensive and meticulous—ranging from daily calendar oversight and travel coordination to expense report submission, event planning (both business and social), and addressing a wide variety of day-to-day needs. Your ultimate goal: to ensure the executive is set up for success at all times.To thrive in this fast-paced, high-impact role, you must possess exceptional organizational and communication skills, keen attention to detail, and the highest level of discretion in handling confidential information. You are tech-savvy, proactive, and adaptable—always anticipating needs and staying one step ahead to keep operations running smoothly. A strong sense of professionalism, relationship-building expertise, and a genuine passion for what you do will be key to your success in this position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 4+ years of EA experience supporting VP, SVP or C-level executives in a high tech industry.


• Experience managing highly complex calendars, with the ability to foresee and resolve scheduling conflicts proactively.


• Experience planning, managing, and executing events.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with professionalism and tact when interacting with senior executives and team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively on assignments and handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity and discretion, with the flexibility to adjust priorities on short notice.


• Proven track record of meeting deadlines and taking initiative to make confident and well-informed decisions.


• Proficiency in Apple products including, Calendar, Numbers and Keynote


• Ability to handle conflict appropriately, knowing when to delegate issues upward and when to apply common sense.


• AA or BS degree preferred.

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $50.66 and $76.05/hr, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition.


• Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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