Strategic Executive Assistant to Directors

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services, Inc. is seeking an Executive Assistant to partner with the IDEAS Director and a second Director. The EA will manage schedules, coordinate meetings and travel, and act as a trusted advisor to help anticipate issues and priorities across the organization.

The role emphasizes discretion, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration with leaders and global teams to support fast-moving initiatives in AWS SMGS IDEAS.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior level leadership support experience.
• Experience with executive level calendar management.
• Experience with domestic or international travel coordination.
• Experience working with large global teams.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications.

Responsibilities

• ATTENTION MANAGEMENT: Filter inbound requests to prioritize important items.
• MEETING COORDINATION: Schedule and organize productive meetings.
• CALENDAR MANAGEMENT: Maintain a clear, organized calendar and improve efficiency.
• TRAVEL PLANNING: Arrange travel itineraries, accommodations, transport, and expenses.
• EVENT PLANNING: Organize and oversee leadership offsites and org events.
• TRUSTED ADVISOR: Be the eyes and ears of the director and flag issues.

Skills

Senior leadership support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Global teams experience

Executive support experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amazon Web Services, Inc. is seeking an Executive Assistant to partner with the IDEAS Director and a second Director. The EA will manage schedules, coordinate meetings and travel, and act as a trusted advisor to help anticipate issues and priorities across the organization.

The role emphasizes discretion, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration with leaders and global teams to support fast-moving initiatives in AWS SMGS IDEAS.