Senior Executive Assistant

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic professional for the role of Sr. Executive Assistant, Digital & Innovation (DIO) organization to partner with the Chief Digital & Innovation Officer.  The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic high-paced environment, be proactive and resourceful, and have a customer service mentality.  The Executive Assistant, DIO will be a strong team player who demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, solid organizational and communication skills, and has proven experience managing competing priorities on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the CDIO

Manage complex and demanding calendar and travel schedules and routinely plan, coordinate and schedule meetings, across multiple time zones, including meeting logistics and the resolution of schedule conflicts in a timely manner with cross functional support staff

Act as the point of contact between the supported executives and internal or external colleagues

Manage complex office administrative work requiring the use of independent judgment and initiative

Build and leverage collaborative relationships with other Executive Assistants across the company

Prepare and ensure timely completion of expense reports

Manage purchase orders and facilitate approval of invoices for payment

Organize and execute meetings, develop meeting materials (such as presentations and reports), take and distribute notes, and manage action items as needed

Plan and organize special events coordinating all logistics from venue, catering, AV/video conferencing support

Coordinate special projects as needed

Support department-wide events and initiatives

Manage global level communications distribution lists, email and other correspondence

Serve as a liaison between senior leadership, their direct reports and front-line team

Other ad hoc duties as assigned

Qualifications

Proven years’ work experience performing tasks similar to those listed above in a global corporate environment

Proven years supporting senior executives

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook (Microsoft Visio, Teams, SharePoint, preferred)

Ability to prioritize and re-prioritize in a fast-paced environment with little oversight

Validated organizational skills with strong multi-tasking and execution ability with attention to detail and dedication to quality and accuracy

Demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Dedication to the highest degree of discretion and respect for confidentiality

Ability to build and maintain positive and productive inter-departmental working relationships

Strong sense of customer focus and dedication to customer service excellence

Ability to work in a high-energy and fast-paced environment

Highly resourceful and proactive

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Experience working in a culturally diverse and global company preferred

Bachelor’s degree preferred

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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.