Executive Business Administrator

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We are seeking an experienced Executive Business Administrator to provide support for General Manager (GM) of Sales on the Performance Solutions team.

We are looking for a resource with experience in primary administrative functions, as well as the responsibility for executive-level interfaces, contact with partners, as well as contact with all levels of Microsoft employees.  The ideal candidate for this role will need to be able to navigate and change directions quickly within a fast-paced environment, have stellar interpersonal skills and initiative, demonstrate good judgment, maintain a high level of confidentiality, set priorities, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Being detail-oriented and having consistent and timely follow-through will be essential to success.  A calm and reassuring manner, bringing confidence and focus to the role will be highly valued.    

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Responsibilities

Calendar Management and Meeting Logistics

Provides strategic calendar management and time planning support for manager(s). Aligns calendar based on knowledge of manager's preferences and operating styles (e.g., personal needs, allocation to business priorities). Ensures preparation of meeting setting and participant attendance, involving team members in tactical logistic support as appropriate (e.g., booking rooms, troubleshooting audio-video [AV] and technical issues). Gathers, prepares, and provides meeting materials (e.g., agendas, briefings, pre-reads). Uses judgment and knowledge of business context to identify and provide delegates for meeting conflicts as needed, makes decisions around prioritization and keeps manager informed. Collaborates with peers (e.g., Chiefs of Staff, Business Managers, Human Resources) to enable decision making processes. Engages with leader and stakeholders/business partners (e.g., Communications Team, Chiefs of Staff, Business Managers, Human Resources [HR]) to cascade information as needed. May attend meetings and/or ensure follow-up as needed. Manages ambiguous situations.

Travel Management

Manages travel arrangements (e.g., accommodations, transportation, security, group codes) for manager(s) and/or group. Creates detailed itineraries/agendas for daily activities by building agenda and setting and managing travel expectations to maximize trip productivity. Executes on logistics of agenda (e.g., building agenda and expectations, briefing leader, sharing information with countries). Acts as a stand-by resource to address issues/escalations during business travel. Facilitates communication across stakeholders ahead of travel. Ensures required documents (e.g., immunization records, visas) are obtained for international travel. Guides less experienced colleagues, leveraging full knowledge of Microsoft travel policies. May accompany leaders on business trips (e.g., Inspire, Ready) to provide onsite support. Manages and ensures compliance with relevant US Travel Tax Tool.

Discipline Growth and Development

Begins to provide leadership within the discipline and participates in the Business Support community. Actively seeks to mentors less experienced Business Support colleagues. Onboards and trains new Business Support staff. Contributes to their organization's culture by participating across the team and division. Engages in career development and trainings. Identifies and aligns growth opportunities for self and team. Develops and shares best practices and insights. May participate in interviews for Business Support roles. Supports team building.

Event Coordination and Logistics

Owns the coordination, logistics, and dir