Microsoft AI - Executive Assistant

Microsoft Microsoft · Big Tech · Mountain View, CA +2 · Business Support

Executive Assistant role supporting the VP of Engineering in the Copilot Division at Microsoft AI. Responsibilities include managing calendars, coordinating meetings and travel, facilitating communication, supporting business rhythms, and assisting with business operations and resource planning.

What you'd actually do

  1. Manage complex calendars, drive business rhythms, and create seamless experiences for leaders and teams.
  2. Collaborate across Microsoft and with external partners, anticipate needs before they arise, and bring structure to ambiguity
  3. Meeting Coordination– Plan and execute leadership meetings, offsites, and team events with precision and creativity.
  4. Travel Management – Coordinate domestic and international travel, creating detailed itineraries to maximize productivity.
  5. Communication & Collaboration– Serve as a trusted liaison across teams, ensuring timely flow of information and fostering strong connections.

Skills

Required

  • 5+ years Administrative, Business Support, or customer service experience in an environment with an emphasis on scheduling meetings/events, travel management, and administration work for executive/upper level management.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Human Resources (HR), Marketing, Communications, Psychology, Sociology) OR equivalent experience.
  • 2+ years experience serving as mentor to others.
  • 3+ years experience reviewing and managing administrative budgets (e.g., for events, morale, travel, training).
  • Willingness to work extended hours during critical business periods to ensure timely delivery of key outcomes.
  • Familiarity with headcount planning, budget tracking, and event management.
  • Ability to influence without authority and build deep cross-functional relationships