executive assistant, Finance

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From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

As the executive assistant to the senior vice president, Finance Chief Transformation Officer , you will be integral to the effectiveness of a fast-paced, geographically dispersed leadership team and act as a mentor and coach to the admin team. We are looking for candidates with a high level of integrity, problem solving capabilities, and proactive organizational skills who are comfortable with ambiguity and possess the capability to meet the demands of the team. Also, one who models inclusive behaviors grounded in Starbucks Mission and Values.

As an executive assistant, you will…

• Support the senior vice president by representing the leader and the leadership team with a high level of interpersonal savvy and efficiency

• Handle confidential and sensitive information with internal and external contacts with a high level of professionalism and composure

• Lead the day-to-day support of calendaring, travel, invoices, expenses, and other administrative functions

• Be forward-thinking, proactive, reliable, and act with integrity

• Improve processes and efficiency within the team

• Collaborate with support partners supporting leadership within Partner Resources and across the broader enterprise

• Understand rhythm of business to anticipate executive’s needs, prioritize team deliverables, and cascade information to the admin team

• Organize and schedule team meetings, both in person, virtual and hybrid, either leveraging audiovisual equipment, or setting up meeting facilities

• Schedule executive domestic and international travel in compliance with existing policies and procedures. Proactively address all aspects of the executive's travel to ensure productivity and safety

• Actively engage with the executive's direct report team to ensure alignment of priorities and open communication paths

• Be comfortable engaging with external and enterprise networks

We’d love to hear from people with:

• Progressive administrative experience in supporting executive level management or equivalent of 7+ years

• Experience in fast-paced environments of 7+ years

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, expert PowerPoint skills

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information

• Broad knowledge and understanding of the business, including both function and company 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 (file:///C:/Users/rofunk/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/EHRXPAYM/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.

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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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