Executive Assistant

Who are we?Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.  A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. Job SummaryWe are looking for an enthusiastic Executive Assistant to support our VP of Sales in our Frankfurt office. Experience in supporting senior executives in a fast-paced, global organization is preferred. The ideal candidate is dedicated, resourceful, and demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and professionalism. Strong organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to manage priorities, are essential.Responsibilities Meeting and Event Planning/PreparationOrganizes meetings and develops agendas and meeting materials (such as presentations and reports) as neededPrepares meeting rooms, ordering catering for both internal and external facing meetingsProviding a warm and friendly welcome for external visitors and greeting them upon arrivalPlans and organizes business unit special eventsCommunicationsMaintains confidentiality and professionally deals with highly sensitive informationActing as the first point of contact for external and internal inquiries, dealing with both difficult and sometimes highly confidential/sensitive issuesManages the office and ordering and restocking supplies when neededSpecial ProjectsCoordinates special projects as needed, e.g., regular and ad hoc social and company eventsBudgeting and Expense ManagementManages departmental budgetsProcesses expense reports and POs and proactively manage these to completionCalendar Management and TravelCoordinates and manages complex calendars over multiple time zonesMakes travel arrangements as neededSupporting the wider senior management team when neededQualificationsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OutlookAbility to prioritize and re-prioritize in a dynamic environmentHighly organized and detail-oriented with an ability to work on your initiativeAbility to execute tasks and make decisions with little supervisionStandout colleague with a customer service focus and the ability to relate to employees with a wide variety of personalities and functional expertiseA great sense of humour is always appreciatedBachelor’s degree desiredExcellent written and verbal communication skillsFluency in English and German is a requirementExperience working as an Assistant or Executive Assistant supporting a VP or similarExperience working in a culturally diverse and global company is a plusDesire to thrive at Equinix and change the way the world connectsEquinix is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form. Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.