Full-Time

Executive Assistant

Posted on 11/20/2024

eBay

eBay

10,001+ employees

Global online marketplace for buying and selling

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$56.8k - $117.2kAnnually

+ Bonus + Restricted Stock Units

Junior, Mid

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

San Jose, CA, USA

Excludes residents of Hawaii and New Mexico.

Category
Executive Support
Administrative & Executive Assistance
Requirements
  • Proven experience supporting a VP level executive
  • Highly organized and efficient with ability to work on tight deadlines
  • Ability to multitask, take direction, operate optimally in a fast paced environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proactive, detailed, resourceful, flexible and diligent
  • Capable of building strong personal internal and external relationships
  • Working experience with Google Workspace and Microsoft office suite
  • Ability to use discretion for sensitive and confidential matters
  • Ability to work across cultures and time zones
Responsibilities
  • Executive calendar management: Screen, schedule and prioritize meetings and activities in-line with business priorities
  • Meeting preparation: Schedule meetings, reserve rooms and prepare documents on behalf of the VP
  • Budget management: Manage team expenses, PO’s, invoices and approvals
  • Meeting minutes: Responsible for distributing documents, taking meeting minutes and supervising follow ups for key meetings
  • Event planning: Coordinate office events, team off-sites and All Hands meetings and arrange for venues, food, technical support and materials as needed
  • Travel: Arrange both domestic/international flights, accommodations and visas
  • Expense reimbursements: Prepare, file and track all business related expense reimbursements
  • Host visitors: Interact with partners and outside vendors including e-mail communications, in-person meetings and ad hoc interactions
  • Establish effective relationships with EAs across the company
  • Provide some ad-hoc limited support and mentorship to direct reports and broader team

eBay is an online marketplace where individuals and businesses can buy and sell a wide range of products, including electronics, fashion, and collectibles. Users can list items for auction or sell them at a fixed price through the 'Buy It Now' option. eBay stands out from competitors with its vast selection, user-friendly interface, and strong buyer and seller protections, including free shipping on many items. The company's goal is to facilitate seamless transactions while generating revenue through transaction fees, advertising, and subscription services.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$6.5M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

N/A

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

16%

2 year growth

20%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The partnership with Liberis for revenue-based financing can significantly boost small business growth on the platform.
  • eBay's focus on recommerce and sustainability, exemplified by initiatives like Recommerce Day, aligns with growing consumer trends towards eco-friendly shopping.
  • The company's continuous technological advancements, such as AI-driven personalized recommendations, enhance the shopping experience and can drive higher engagement.

What critics are saying

  • Dropping American Express as a payment option may inconvenience some users and potentially reduce transaction volumes.
  • The competitive e-commerce landscape, with major players like Amazon and Alibaba, poses a constant threat to eBay's market share.

What makes eBay unique

  • eBay's strong presence in the recommerce sector sets it apart from other e-commerce giants focused primarily on new goods.
  • The platform's commitment to inclusive entrepreneurship, with a significant percentage of women-owned small businesses exporting globally, highlights its unique social impact.
  • eBay's AI-powered personal shopping assistant and advanced promotional tools provide sellers with innovative ways to enhance their visibility and sales.

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