R&D Executive Assistant

Summary

Join Axon and become an Executive Assistant, supporting two senior leaders in the R&D business unit. This role prioritizes schedules and projects, ensuring efficient use of executive time. Responsibilities include managing calendars, coordinating travel, handling confidential matters, and ensuring meeting preparedness. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of executive assistant experience, including supporting a VP or higher, and strong organizational and communication skills. Axon offers competitive benefits, including paid time off, parental leave, health insurance, and professional development opportunities. While a Bachelor's degree is preferred, equivalent experience is considered. Location preference is Seattle, WA or remote within the US.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in an executive assistant role, including 2+ years supporting a Vice President or higher
• Demonstrated experience planning large, complex events internally and externally
• Outstanding organizational and exceptional written/verbal communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with collaboration tools like Slack and Quip
• High sense of urgency and follow-up; capable of handling tasks with competing urgency

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to two senior leaders within Axon’s R&D organization, including managing and organizing calendars, coordinating travel, and aligning meetings with stakeholders across multiple time zones
• Handle confidential matters while engaging with senior-level contacts internally and externally, resolving scheduling conflicts proactively to optimize executives' time
• Ensure meeting preparedness by securing materials in advance and anticipating requirements, including venue selection, technology setup, and guest access
• Manage communications and document preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
• Collaborate closely with the Chief of Staff and other R&D Executive Assistants on strategic initiatives and manage leadership team expenses

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting executives in Engineering or related STEM fields
• Experience collaborating with Chief's of Staff
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; equivalent experience may be considered
• Ability to work autonomously and flexibility to be onsite as needed for events

Benefits

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• Learning & Development programs