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Administrative Business Partner, Engineering
Job Description
At Waymo, we are mission-driven and believe deeply in the opportunity of autonomous driving technology to improve mobility and make people's lives better. We are united by purpose and responsibility (for our employees and riders alike). We are looking for kind, committed, employees who have integrity, dream big, work together as one team and create a sense of belonging for one another that is the foundation of our culture. We want each team member to feel welcomed and included in every step of our exciting journey.
Wherever Waymo works, Business Support teams are on the job. We’re the real estate specialists who find and build amazing workspaces and research facilities; the systems experts who develop and run our intuitive IT and business tools; the multitasking administrators who plan events, manage vendors, and orchestrate the daily activities of our teams and leaders. Together, we do everything it takes to keep Waymo rolling.
Responsibilities
- Perform an extensive array of administrative tasks (manage very busy calendars, book occasional travel/events, process expenses, schedule facilities and equipment, etc.).
- Increase the efficiency and effectiveness of our leaders, by improving existing operations, and help define new operational strategies all while working in and navigating a fast-paced and ambiguous environment.
- Help leaders by understanding teams needs and pain points; be the heart of the team and help drive culture, connection, and fun.
- Collaborate across the leadership team and respective partners, by serving as a project lead of medium to large scale projects as they arise.
- Manage team initiatives & misc projects (team all-hands, homepage, onboarding, space planning, communication, team events/summits/various team meetings).
- Partner closely with the E/ABP community within Waymo, provide mentorship to junior ABPs, and train new team members.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 5+ years of direct executive support, project management or event planning experience.
- Experience in a technology-related environment or startup, supporting directors or above with large, diverse teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: Proven ability to take initiative and build strong, productive relationships; effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse range of people and job functions and an ability to adhere to an expectation of complete confidentiality on all business matters.
- Proven ability to consistently and positively contribute in a high-paced, changing work environment with the ability to prioritize multiple functions and tasks and manage work time efficiently.
- Strong business judgment, professional etiquette and organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to multitask, and work efficiently in a high-paced environment.
It’s preferred if you have:
- Experience providing leadership to ABP community and managing other administrative staff
- Experience project leading from conception to completion with demonstrated strong organizational and problem solving skills.
- Effectively collaborate with a variety of people and job functions, accomplishing tasks of moderate to high complexity and scope.
- Experience with, and interest in, using technology and the Internet to improve work efficiency; ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of process, project and program management theory and practices, with the ability to apply them when solving operational issues from conception to completion.
- Experience with providing strategic support such as evaluating data or resolving minor operational issues with your manager's guidance.
