Executive Assistant - Operations - Seattle

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Seattle, WA Until 8/23/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted April 5, 2025 Last posted April 5, 2025
Job description

Job Description

The ideal executive administrative assistant is motivated, results oriented and committed to delivering outstanding customer service every day. 

 

A day in the life… 

  • Coordinate activities (meetings, presentations, etc.) across multiple teams 

  • Facilitate processes necessary to the effective running of the department 

  • Review operating practices and procedures, determine whether improvements can be made and work with management to implement changes as appropriate 

  • Set up and oversee administrative procedures and guidelines for department 

  • Assist in maintaining department budget and expense reconciliations 

  • Actively drive special projects as assigned 

  

You own this if you have…  

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or equivalent training and/or experience 

  • 5+ years of administrative experience 

  • Ability to effectively build relationships with customers, peers and leadership 

  • Demonstrated flexibility and ability to multi-task 

  • Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities 

  • Proficiency in MS Office suite 

  • Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills 

We’ve got you covered…

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

  • Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

Nordstrom will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

Washington: 27.75 - 44.25 USD Hourly

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Full_Time_ES-US.pdf

About this role

Summary

Coordinate activities and improve processes for the operations department.

Job title

Executive Assistant - Operations

Experience level

5+ years

Industry

retail

Location requirements

Located in Seattle, remote work not allowed.

Salary

27.75 - 44.25 USD Hourly

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

bachelor's degreeadministrative experiencerelationship buildingmulti-taskingorganizational skillsproblem-solvingms officecommunication

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

administrativecustomer serviceorganizationalproblem-solvingcommunication
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Seattle, WA, USA

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