Coupang Logo

Coupang

Senior Executive Assistant

Job Posted 14 Days Ago Posted 14 Days Ago
Seattle, WA
83K-154K Annually
Senior level
Seattle, WA
83K-154K Annually
Senior level
The Senior Executive Assistant supports Coupang executives by managing calendars, contributing to team activities, coordinating travel, and handling special projects with precision and efficiency.
The summary above was generated by AI

We exist to wow our customers. We know we're doing the right thing when we hear our customers say, "How did I ever live without Coupang?" Born out of an obsession to make shopping, eating, and living easier than ever, we're collectively disrupting the multi-billion-dollar commerce industry from the ground up. We are one of the fastest-growing retail companies that established an unparalleled reputation for being a leading and reliable force in South Korean commerce.

We are proud to have the best of both worlds - a startup culture with the resources of a large global public company. This fuels us to continue our growth and launch new services at the speed we have been since our inception. We are all entrepreneurial, surrounded by opportunities to drive new initiatives and innovations. At our core, we are bold and ambitious people that like to get our hands dirty and make a hands-on impact. At Coupang, you will see yourself, your colleagues, your team, and the company grow every day.

Our mission to build the future of commerce is real. We push the boundaries of what's possible to solve problems and break traditional tradeoffs. Join Coupang now to create an epic experience in this always-on, high-tech, and hyper-connected world.

Job Overview:

As a Senior Executive Assistant for the Coupang tech organization, you will support Coupang's executives located in Seattle This role is responsible for diverse administrative tasks from daily calendar and meeting management to strategic and special projects. The ideal candidate will be an organized self-starter that skillfully prioritizes and artfully juggles multiple demands with sound judgement and attention to detail. Candidate must demonstrate resourcefulness, timeliness, and ability to proactively anticipate needs with a minimum amount of direction in a fast-paced environment. Capable of working across organizations and with diverse personalities required.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Executive Administrative professional who is looking for their next big opportunity to grow & advance their career. They will be a fast learner with experience working with little to no guidance using sound judgement in a fast paced, goal-oriented, and ever-changing work environment. They will also have strong prioritization abilities to complete a high volume of complex tasks autonomously, and a history of establishing mechanisms to simplify or streamline processes and establish structure. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented planner with the demonstrated ability to communicate and respond effectively and efficiently while maintaining flexibility, a sense of humor, and most importantly grace under pressure.

Responsibilities

  • Complex Calendar Management for Senior Director-level Executives requiring coordination across the company's international locations in the US, Korea and China
  • Organizing, executing, and assisting with team activities (staff meeting, all-hands meetings, and team social events)
  • Coordination with EAs across international locations to schedule and manage multi-location meetings
  • Support key team initiatives, playing a part as a project coordinator. Duties may include: support with expanded staff meetings, meeting logistics (both internal and external), presentations, management of shared team information and resources on intranet/portals
  • Assist in coordination of travel arrangements and expense reporting for business travel including but not limited to booking flights, hotel and local transportation, providing agendas and itineraries, and arranging passport/visa requirements if necessary
  • Work on special projects
  • Event planning and coordination

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to organize, multi-task, and problem solve issues while managing competing priorities and commitments to deadlines.
  • Proven track record demonstrating ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to quickly learn organizational structure and the objectives of the team.
  • High levels of integrity and discretion.
  • A terrific work ethic accompanied by an ever-positive, get-it-done attitude
  • History of creative problem solving, analytical skills, ability to work well collaboratively and under pressure
  • Experience creating and/or supporting presentation development for senior management
  • Highly proficient in organizing worldwide travel
  • Detail-oriented and ability to complete work assignments with a high degree of quality
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and assist multiple team members at the same time
  • Project Management certificate

Basic Qualifications

  • BA/BS Degree
  • Strong communication (written and verbal), detail-oriented, highly organized and ability to work across functions with executives (both internal & external)
  • Minimum of five years of administrative experience, in a fast pace environment
  • Minimum of five years experience in Microsoft Office Suite applications, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, and Google Workspace
  • Strong written and verbal communications
  • Experience working globally for a large, tech, and/or start-up company
  • Capacity to work with different international time zones and overtime, as needed

Pay & Benefits

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. At Coupang, your base pay is one part of your total compensation.

The base pay for this position ranges from $83,000/year in our lowest geographic market to $154,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

General Description of All Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life, AD&D insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) program
  • 401K Plan with Company Match
  • 18-21 days of the Paid Time Off (PTO) a year based on the tenure
  • 12 Public Holidays
  • Paid Parental leave
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • MTV - [Free] Electric Car Charging Station

General Description of Other Compensation

"Other Compensation" includes, but is not limited to bonuses, equity, or other forms of compensation that would be offered to the hired applicant in addition to their established salary range or wage scale.

Coupang is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hair styles), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ,ancestry, national origin (including language use restrictions), age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, HIV/AIDS or Hepatitis C status, family status (including but not limited to marital or domestic partnership status), military or veteran status, use of a trained dog guide or service animal, political activities or affiliations, ancestry, citizenship, family and medical leave status, status as a victim of any violent crime, or any other characteristic or class protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation in the application of recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at usrecruiting@coupang.com.

R0055795

Top Skills

Excel
Google Workspace
Microsoft Office Suite
PowerPoint
Sharepoint
Word

Coupang Seattle, Washington, USA Office

720 Olive Wy, Seattle, WA, United States, 98101

Similar Jobs

6 Days Ago
Remote
Hybrid
2 Locations
100K-170K Annually
Senior level
100K-170K Annually
Senior level
Cloud • Computer Vision • Information Technology • Sales • Security • Cybersecurity
Seeking a highly skilled Executive Assistant to support senior executives with time management, relationship management, travel logistics, and information consolidation. Requires strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
Top Skills: Google SuiteMS Office
2 Days Ago
Bellevue, WA, USA
32-57
Senior level
32-57
Senior level
Other • Utilities
The Senior Executive Assistant will support executive leaders with advanced administrative tasks, conduct research, manage schedules, and coordinate activities across departments.
Top Skills: MS OfficeOrg Plus
9 Days Ago
Seattle, WA, USA
114K-134K Annually
Senior level
114K-134K Annually
Senior level
Big Data • Cloud • Marketing Tech • Social Impact • Software
The Sr. Executive Assistant supports the CPO and their Leadership Team by managing calendars, preparing reports, coordinating meetings, and ensuring efficient operation of the executive office.
Top Skills: Google SuiteGmailGoogle DocsGoogle SheetsGoogle SlidesVideo Conferencing Platforms

What you need to know about the Seattle Tech Scene

Home to tech titans like Microsoft and Amazon, Seattle punches far above its weight in innovation. But its surrounding mountains, sprinkled with world-famous hiking trails and climbing routes, make the city a destination for outdoorsy types as well. Established as a logging town before shifting to shipbuilding and logistics, the Emerald City is now known for its contributions to aerospace, software, biotech and cloud computing. And its status as a thriving tech ecosystem is attracting out-of-town companies looking to establish new tech and engineering hubs.

Key Facts About Seattle Tech

  • Number of Tech Workers: 287,000; 13% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
  • Major Tech Employers: Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, Google
  • Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, cloud computing, software, biotechnology, game development
  • Funding Landscape: $3.1 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
  • Notable Investors: Madrona, Fuse, Tola, Maveron
  • Research Centers and Universities: University of Washington, Seattle University, Seattle Pacific University, Allen Institute for Brain Science, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Seattle Children’s Research Institute
By clicking Apply you agree to share your profile information with the hiring company.

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account