Executive Assistant, eBay
Seller Experience
$57.2-120.5k
Office located in San Jose, CA
Leading online marketplace
Be an early applicant
Leading online marketplace
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$57.2-120.5k
Office located in San Jose, CA
1001+ employees
Company mission
To connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.
Role
Who you are
- Minimum of 5 years of executive administrative experience
- Outstanding planning and organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize, adhere to critical timelines and multi-task
- Strong Technical skills: proficient in MS Office including Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Excellent communication skills: ability to prioritize, take direction, and work independently on projects
- Ability to learn new technology, processes, and change directions quickly
- Effective in a constantly evolving environment
- Desire and ability to positively influence the culture of the department and the company
- Have a genuine interest in the business and want to understand how we function, why we function, who our clients are, and what our industry is about
- Ability to create and maintain effective relationships
- Professionalism, attention to detail, and integrity
- Extremely organized with exceptional follow through
What the job involves
- In this role you will support two VPs. This is a strategic role that will have a strong focus on the goals of the team to prioritize and maximize efficiency
- This person will be professional, approachable, and a go-to person who is a positive reflection of our brand. He/She/They will also interact with other members of eBay’s Executive Leadership Team and their staff
- This position requires the individual to exercise judgment and initiative, practice a high degree of flexibility, operate effectively in a fast-moving environment and multi-task to get the job done
- Calendar management for internal and external meetings–using insight, decision-making, and prioritization skills with regards to managing action items
- Prepare and manage confidential material. Being privy to such critical information there is a need to maintain good practice with integrity and subtlety
- Planning/project management skills to coordinate employee/client events
- Manage and reconcile expense reports and purchase requisition submissions
- Provide back-up support for additional members of the administrative team
- Interact appropriately and skillfully with senior executives within and outside the company, as well as customers, vendors and visitors
- Resolve time critical issues with a high degree of precision and exhibit strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills
- Anticipate the needs of the executive’s team
Our take
Founded in 1995 as an online auction platform primarily catering to collectibles, eBay quickly emerged as a pioneer in connecting buyers and sellers in the digital realm. This early success propelled eBay to become to globally recognized leader it is today.
In the present landscape, eBay competes with industry giants like Amazon within the C2C eCommerce sector. However, eBay distinguishes itself by fostering an environment where businesses can cultivate and promote their brands on the platform, offering a tailored, community-driven experience for both sellers and buyers. By championing small businesses, eBay attracts sellers and socially conscious consumers, positioning itself in stark contrast to Amazon's corporate image.
The rising consumer interest in sustainability has presented economic opportunities for eBay, particularly as younger demographics gravitate toward purchasing pre-owned items. in response, eBay has directed its marketing efforts toward Gen Z customers and formed partnerships with cultural phenomena like Love Island, further solidifying its appeal among contemporary audiences.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
13% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive health and wellness program designed to meet your unique needs.
- We strive to provide programs that help support both mind and body, including quality healthcare insurance, wellness programs and preventative care.
- Stock Purchase Plans
- Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
- Stock Awards
- Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
- Credit Union Memberships
- Balancing work & life - eBay believes in providing you with the opportunity to be your best self in your professional and personal life. In addition to supporting flexible workstyles including hybrid and remote, eBay offers 4 weeks of paid sabbatical time for every 5 years of service
- Giving back to our community - We provide our employees around the globe with opportunities to have a positive impact on their local communities. Through the eBay Foundation, our company matches donations to eligible nonprofits up to $10,000 per employee per year. And our employee-led volunteer groups organize local giving and volunteering activities throughout the world
Company HQ
Greylands, San Jose, CA
Articles
Leadership
Jamie Iannone
(CEO, not founder)Studied at Princeton and Stanford University. Held executive roles at Walmart, Barnes & Noble, and The Children's Place, before becoming CEO of eBay in April 2020.
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