Senior Administrative Assistant – 150141
Advanced Micro Devices inc.
This is a Contract position in Markham, ON posted May 12, 2022.
What you do at AMD changes everything
At AMD, we push the boundaries of what is possible. We believe in changing the world for the better by driving innovation in high-performance computing, graphics, and visualization technologies – building blocks for gaming, immersive platforms, and the data center.
Developing great technology takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration, respect, and who will go the “extra mile” to achieve unthinkable results. It takes people who have the passion and desire to disrupt the status quo, push boundaries, deliver innovation, and change the world. If you have this type of passion, we invite you to take a look at the opportunities available to come join our team.
Senior Administrative Assistant The Role:
We are looking for a highly motivated, high-energy, Senior Administrative Assistant to join our team. You will be a key member of an engaged, hard-working team-part of the outstanding, winning culture that is leading the next-generation technology.
This position coordinates and leads all aspects of administrative duties that pertain to supporting specific groups in Global Operations including director level support.
The Person:
- Organized, pays attention to details and is able to prioritize tasks
- Ability to work with all levels of management
- Independent worker takes initiative with minimal direction on projects
- Robust interpersonal skills
- Strong customer-service orientation and approachable style
Key Responsibilities:
- Calendar management to include director level
- Prepare documents: agendas, PowerPoint presentations, and some work in Excel
- Attend meetings; document and distribute meeting notes
- Respond to internal inquiries from supported teams
- Plan and execute group meeting logistics
- Responsible for tracking and handling seating assignments
- Arrange all aspects of travel
- Prepare and submit expense reports
- Procure office equipment and supplies as needed
- Support the organization’s managers, program managers, and the team as needed
- These tasks may include welcoming visitors, scheduling meetings and making travel arrangements, including some calendar management for managers or the team
- Coordinate events such as communication meetings, external seminars, celebrations, etc.
- New hire orientation: Complete IT requirements for new hires; welcome new hire and work with the manager as needed.
- Work on special projects as needed
Preferred Experience:
- MS Office Skills
- High level of organization and attention to detail, customer service focus
- Strong initiative
- Ability to balance multiple tasks in a lively environment
- Strong communications skills
Academic Credentials:
Associates Degree or equivalent experience
Location:
Markham, Canada
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Requisition Number: 150141
Country: Canada Province: Ontario City: Markham
Job Function:General Management
AMD is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective provincial human rights codes throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Any applicant who requires accommodation should contact AskHR@amd.com.
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.
