Business Administrator

The Azure Executive Office has an opening for an experienced, energetic, and friendly Business Administrator to assist with supporting the Executive Administrator in the Executive Office.As the Business Administrator, you will operate in a variety of capacities, working with a senior team demonstrating excellence in administrative functions. You will be responsible for Executive-level interfaces, contact with customers, partners, and all levels within Microsoft. The ideal candidate must be able to maintain a cool and focused persona, accommodate different work styles, demonstrate sound and consistent judgment, make timely decisions in relatively complex situations and set priorities among multiple projects.ResponsibilitiesDuties include but are not limited to:Anticipate needs; make administrative decisions and requests for information on behalf of the leader based on understanding of business group priorities.

Travel logistics management

Coordinate catering, venue selection, and logistics for internal events, off sites, morale events, team all hands meetings, and celebration events.

Procurement of all items including but not limited to office supplies and equipment as needed.

Ensure compliance with administrative operations policies and procedures.

Onsite support during core business hours of 8:00AM – 4:00PM PST, Monday - Friday.

QualificationsBasic Qualifications2-3+ years of demonstrated work experience supporting a fast-paced environment.

Ability to prioritize multiple projects and following through on issues in a timely manner.

Exercise sound judgment, tact, integrity, and professionalism in all transactions which includes communicating and working with highly confidential and sensitive information.

Sharp eye for detail, meet deadlines and be comfortable working independently.

Strong planning, organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.

Highly effective communication ability both written and verbal.

Ability to build effective cross-group working relationships and work collaboratively with people at all levels of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications:Proficiency with Microsoft productivity software including Outlook, all Office suite programs, SharePoint, One Note, Teams, etc.

Excellent skills in all aspects of planning, collaboration, and high level of attention to detail and proactive awareness.

Demonstrated skill of shifting approach in response to the demands of a changing situation.

Ability to deal with ambiguity, navigate uncertain situations, and drive for clarity.

Consistently demonstrate a can-do customer service attitude.

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

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