Now Brewing – executive assistant – Partner Resources Organization (HR) #tobeapartner

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition but also created a deep sense of connection – to our partners, our communities, and the world we serve. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

Our partner resources organization is looking for a versatile, highly experienced Executive Assistant to join our team based in Nashville, TN. This role is an office-based role requiring office attendance 4 days per week and will provide executive-level administrative support to our svp, partner resources, and vp, labor & partner relations. This role will be a trusted partner in enabling one of Starbucks’ most complex and impactful organizations.

This is a role for partners with excellent judgment, high integrity, strong operational instincts, and a proactive and resilient mindset – someone who is comfortable with ambiguity, thrives in fast-paced environments, and understands how to support leaders operating at a global scale as well as being an integral part of a leadership team.

We are seeking candidates with advanced problem-solving and prioritization capabilities, strong organizational and technology skills, who possess the professionalism needed to meet demands of the business with poise and flexibility while modeling our Starbucks Mission and Values.

As an executive assistant, you will…

Support the svp, partner resources, and vp, labor & partner relations, [LP1.1]by representing the leader and their leadership team with a high level of discretion, interpersonal savvy and efficiency
Exercise consistent sound judgement when managing confidential and sensitive information including executive email, leader and enterprise communications, materials, and conversations, all while understanding what information can be shared, when, how, and with whom.
Make reasonable thoughtful decisions aligned with business priorities and Starbucks values when complete information or the executive is unavailable
Lead day-to-day support of complex calendaring, domestic and international travel, invoices, expenses, and other administrative functions
Operate with a forward-thinking and solutions-oriented mindset and act with a high degree of integrity and accountability
Collaborate closely with the sr. executive assistant for partner resources to ensure smooth operation of the team and rhythm of partner resources organization. Partner with other assistants across partner resources and the enterprise to ensure seamless leadership support and enterprise alignment
Understand and adapt to the rhythm of business to anticipate executive needs, prioritizing deliverables and cascading critical information appropriately
Organize and schedule leadership meetings, quarterly reviews, offsites, and team forums (both in-person and virtual), including but not limited to coordination of meeting spaces, sites, and audiovisual needs
Manage executive domestic and international travel in compliance with existing policies and procedures. Proactively address all aspects of the executive's travel to ensure productivity, safety, and continuity
Actively engage with the executive's direct report team to maintain alignment of priorities and ensure open, effective communication channels
Be comfortable engaging with senior leaders, external partners, suppliers, and external and enterprise networks
Serve as a leader and mentor within the administrative community, contributing to capability building and culture across the support team – lean in to help when called upon

We’d Love To Hear From People With

Progressive administrative experience 7-9 yrs. Supporting senior or executive-level leaders
Providing support to executive-level management or equivalent 7-9 yrs. in operationally complex and fast-paced environments
Advanced and demonstrable proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including expert-level Outlook skills.
Broad knowledge and understanding of the business, including both function and company priorities with ability to think and operate at an enterprise level, understanding downstream impacts and balancing the needs of the leader with broader organizational priorities

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.

If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four days a week.

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!

Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

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