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Posted date: Jul 16, 2026
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Location: Seattle, WA
Estimated salary: $106,250
Range: $82,700 - $129,800
Description
Since 2006, Amazon Web Services (AWS) has changed the way companies acquire and use technology by providing a highly scalable, secure, cost-effective, and flexible technology platform in the cloud. Our global team manages AWS’s reputation as the world’s leading AI and cloud provider. We use storytelling across all channels to shape perception with community members, customers, C-suite decision-makers, developers, employees, influencers, media, partners, policymakers, recruits, regulators, and startup founders. We support the growth of the business and adoption of AWS technologies by demonstrating how customers and partners are transforming organizations and industries, and through these efforts, we reinforce Amazon’s position as a leader in innovation.The AWS Global Communications team is seeking a lead Executive Assistant (EA) to provide dedicated, high-level administrative and strategic support to the Director of Global Communications, a direct report to the SVP of Communications and Corporate Responsibility of Amazon. This critical role requires strong organizational skills, excellent judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize competing demands while maintaining a strong bias for action.
You will serve as the gatekeeper between the Director and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication. The role involves frequent interaction with business and technology leaders, support teams, and EAs at the highest levels of the company. Given the direct line to senior leaders, this role demands someone who can operate with minimal guidance, anticipate needs, and represent the Director's office with executive presence and precision.
Location: Seattle, WA (United States)
Office Requirement: Five (5) days per week in office.
Key job responsibilities
- Independently own and optimize a complex executive calendar across multiple time zones; make judgment calls on prioritization, proactively protect focus time, and anticipate scheduling needs based on business cadence and leadership priorities.
- Serve as a trusted proxy; independently triage and respond to requests, manage sensitive communications with discretion, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
- Coordinate domestic and international travel, including flights, hotels, ground transportation, and detailed itineraries as appropriate. Manage expense reconciliation and tracking in compliance with Amazon policies.
- Own recurring operational mechanisms (e.g., team meetings, business reviews, org-wide communications) end-to-end; identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements, making smart use of AI tools.
- Organize and manage meetings, off-sites, reviews, and large-scale events, including team-building activities, annual planning, and performance reviews.
- Work closely with the team program manager to drive cross-organizational projects, resolving escalations and balancing short-term needs against long-term goals.
- Maintain workspace planning including space and seating assignments; proactively identify gaps, advocate, and drive solutions that benefit the broader team.
- Actively mentor junior EAs through onboarding support, hands-on coaching, creation of training resources and standard operating procedures (SOPs), and identify stretch opportunities to foster growth.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of executive assistant experience- High school or equivalent diploma
- Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications
- Experience with executive level calendar management
- Experience with domestic or international travel coordination
Extended Qualifications
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-tech company- Experience working with large global teams
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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, WA, Seattle - 82,700.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually