Microsoft Looking For Sr. Business Administrator at Redmond, WA Full Time

Across the globe, a diverse group of talented people obsess over the details building incredible devices and services. They come together to form Experiences + Devices, or simply E+D. Our job in E+D is to build the very best apps, services, and devices for customers to empower them to do their best work. No matter what that work looks like and where it happens – at home, at school, at their place of work, which could be a boardroom or a storeroom, and of course on the go. While you may not have heard of E+D you have certainly heard of the products we work on, some of the most storied and successful brands in technology – Windows, Office, Microsoft 365, and Surface, and there is much more besides, from cutting edge security compliance, identity, and management technology to today’s indispensable tool – Microsoft Teams. The work of E+D has never been more important, and each person contributes to the success and functioning of the larger organization and mission – the outcome of our work empowers others to achieve more.

The E+D Executive office is looking for an individual who has determination, flexibility, and initiative along with a high level of attention to detail and focus. We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Business Administrator to provide manager and team support to a growing, busy team in the E+D executive office. If you thrive in a fast-paced dynamic work environment and are passionate about your role as a business support professional, this might be the role for you. As a Business Administrator, you will provide seamless support for two managers and the team. The position requires excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to work with multiple levels within E+D and Microsoft. Working successfully under pressure in a fast-paced team environment, building and maintaining effective working relationships, accommodating diverse work styles, and being fair and unbiased are essential to success in this role. Attention to detail and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality is a must.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

Proactively managing calendars, making decisions on behalf of the calendars’ owners to prioritize calendar requests based on shifting business priorities to ensure accurate scheduling and appropriate allocation of time.

Manage domestic and international travel plans and agendas.

E+D wide, Team event, and morale planning and coordination including invitations, room set up and catering.

Manage expense reporting for 2 managers. Ensuring expenses comply with company policies and appropriate category of spend

Provide proactive group support, including understanding, tracking, and closely monitoring operating budget expenses and purchase order creation.

Manage some E+D and Team Distribution Lists

Develop & maintain strategic working relationships with lead EA and the administrative communities

Assist with ad-hoc and routine ROB projects as needed

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
3+ years Administrative, Business Support, or customer service experience in an environment with an emphasis on scheduling meetings/events, travel management, and support-based administration work.

Proficiency with Microsoft software, including Microsoft Office and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to mastering organizational and time management skills, attention to details, rhythm of the business planning, comfortable working as an independent business partner, and a strong ability to manage real-time changes and prioritize a workload within a matrix of responsibility, you will:

Have prior MS experience, proficient with MS internal tools and Eventify application.

Maintain a high level of confidentiality with the Leadership Teams and group information.

Ensure a timely flow of information and process approvals as appropriate.

Effectively communicate and build relationships with the business support community and leadership.

Influence and embrace cross-functional/cultural teams with a willingness to collaborate and be a team player.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including teamwork, facilitation, and negotiation.

Analytical thinking and ability to quickly diagnose operational data, and then act on decisions.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

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