Executive Assistant

Description
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a proactive, customer obsessed and team oriented Executive Assistant to support the VP of Sales for Germany and Europe Central. This role requires attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines. The candidate will be comfortable in a fast-paced, fluid environment, while maintaining great flexibility, a sense of humour and composure. The candidate will work autonomously on many projects as required and possess the ability to complete a high volume of tasks with minimal guidance or supervision.

Amazon EAs are the primary point of contact and information flow to and from a variety of teams, clients and partners to our senior leaders - we seek to hire and then offer continual development to the very best EAs ready to work in our fast paced, customer focused organization.

We are looking for motivated candidates with experience of supporting executives at the VP level and who can demonstrate expertise with complex diary management, travel arrangements and expense recording as well as the set-up, budgeting and active management of small to mid-scale events for their teams.

Superior attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines and juggle multiple requests is critical. Integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in dealing with senior executives is imperative. A flexible approach is a must, and the ability to change direction at a moment's notice.

Excellent German Language Skills Are Required For This Role.
As a community, the EAs work together to deliver large scale events and to share workload when priorities demand additional support - commitment to teamwork is essential.

AWS Global Sales drives adoption of the AWS cloud worldwide, enabling customers of all sizes to innovate and expand in the cloud. Our team empowers every customer to grow by providing tailored service, unmatched technology, and consistent support. We dive deep to understand each customer's unique challenges, then craft innovative solutions that accelerate their success. This customer-first approach is how we built the world's most adopted cloud. Join us and help us grow.

This is an office based role located in Munich.

Key job responsibilities

• Coordinate complex calendars and scheduling with professionalism and care
• Support and organize team activities including meetings, events, and collaborative sessions
• Manage domestic and international travel arrangements including logistics and expense reporting
• Partner with internal teams including Recruiting, Facilities, and HR to ensure seamless operations
• Monitor and facilitate completion of key deliverables and action items
• The role is required to be office based in Munich.

A day in the life

As Executive Assistant you will orchestrate a fast-paced environment requiring exceptional organizational skills and discretion. You will manage complex domestic and international travel, coordinate internal and external meetings with C-suite executives and global customers, and liaise with PR teams for media appearances and industry events. The role demands strategic calendar management across multiple time zones, organization of quarterly business reviews and team off-sites, while serving as the primary point of contact for stakeholders. You'll be crucial in enabling the VP's effectiveness while ensuring seamless operations across the organization.

About The Team
Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve.

Basic Qualifications
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications

Extensive experience as an Executive Assistant

Experience with executive level calendar management

Experience with domestic or international travel coordination

Preferred Qualifications
Experience leading process improvements

Experience In a Fast-paced, High-tech Company
Experience designing processes to maximize efficiency

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.

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Company
- AWS EMEA SARL (Germany Branch)

Job ID: A3027774