Executive Assistant to Tech VPs | Calendar, Travel & Events

Nordstrom; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Merchandise discount

Retirement plan

Job summary

Nordstrom seeks an organized Executive Assistant to support the Vice President of Technology, Employee Experience and the Vice President of Technology, Store Technology, and to assist the broader organization. The role requires attention to detail, meeting tight deadlines, and strong communication.

Responsibilities include managing complex calendars, supporting engagement initiatives, coordinating travel, and preparing reports and presentations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or similar administrative role.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field preferred, or equivalent working experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and experience with virtual meeting software (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Slack)
• Exceptional context-switching ability, can shift rapidly between priorities and people without losing track of what's in flight.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to navigate through ambiguity and influence without authority.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Experience in managing executive calendars and travel arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support services to the Vice Presidents by building a foundation of a professional, responsive, and effective environment for the organization
• Manage complex calendars by proactively prioritizing, scheduling, preparing for and communicating meetings and events for the Vice Presidents and others as needed
• Partner with other team members to help build company culture by leading engagement/recognition projects, organizing team communications and planning events, both internally and offsite
• Assist in maintaining department discretionary budget and manage expense reconciliation and travel arrangements
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations
• Handle highly confidential information with discretion and maintain the security of the Vice Presidents' records and files
• Perform other related duties and execute projects as assigned

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Communication

Discretion

Travel planning

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Teams

Slack

Job description

Nordstrom seeks an organized Executive Assistant to support the Vice President of Technology, Employee Experience and the Vice President of Technology, Store Technology, and to assist the broader organization. The role requires attention to detail, meeting tight deadlines, and strong communication.

Responsibilities include managing complex calendars, supporting engagement initiatives, coordinating travel, and preparing reports and presentations.