Executive Assistant - Technology

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Whether you design clothes or business strategies, crunch numbers, lead projects or write code, we have a place for you at our Seattle headquarters. And we think Seattle is a pretty great place to live. More than just rainy days and coffee, Seattle has it all - mountains and beaches, arts and parks, music and film. It's made up of quirky neighborhoods, award-winning restaurants, and thriving industry. Come see for yourself!
A day in the life...

The ideal executive assistant is motivated, results oriented and committed to delivering outstanding customer service every day. Typical job duties will include:

• Ability to multi-task in changing environment
• Ability to take the initiative to execute solutions to issues that are in the best interest of the department.
• Ability to work under pressure and aggressive deadlines
• Able to interact positively with employees at all levels of the organization
• Epitomize the Nordstrom customer service values
• Good Communication Verbal/Written
• High Level of confidentiality and integrity
• Professional, Respectful and Team Player
• Proficient in system programs required to perform job duties (Concur, Service Now, Group ID, Jira/Confluence, other)
• Proficient in Office Suite products required to perform job duties
• Self-Motivator, able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Skilled in creative problem solving
• Skilled in Office Administration processes
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Team Player

Administrative Support (VP/Sr. Directors) & Teams

• Manage calendar for Sr. Directors or Directors
• Travel Requests for Sr. Directors/Directors
• Corp Card Reconciliation - Sr. Directors/Directors
• Create & maintain dept. Org. Charts if required
• Maintain Dept. Outlook DL if required
• Administrative Support for entire team/floor
• Submit Service Now request for teams
• Other duties as assigned

Event Planning - Team Meetings

• Schedule Location and/or Conference Room
• Schedule Resources as required
• Laptop
• Blue Jeans (Video/Audio)
• Arrange for catering/box lunches for meetings or social team events

Other Admin Duties

• Participate in Admin meetings
• Participate in Department Meetings as required
• Participate in Technology Recognition Meetings
• Participate in Training

You own this if you have...

• Proficiency in MS Office suite
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Minimum 5 years of administrative experience
• Nordstrom or other retail experience
• Finance experience
• Ability to effectively build relationships with customers, peers and leadership
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to multi-task
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or equivalent training and/or experience

We've got you covered...

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision and dental coverage, a fabulous merchandise discount, an employer-matched 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan and much more depending on your role.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse environment.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the work employees can expect within this particular job classification. It is certainly not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required for this job.