Executive Assistant II

Datadog
Tokyo, Japan
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Geared toward candidates with executive support experience comfortable with managing high-level calendars and coordinating international travel.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 3+ years of supporting multiple high-level leaders and a tech-savvy mindset
    — “5 years of executive support experience including at least 3 years supporting multiple high-level leaders
  • Individuals who thrive in hyper-growth environments and can manage time-sensitive, confidential tasks
    — “Able to communicate clearly and concisely in, both verbally and in writing
  • Candidates who can coordinate international travel and translation services for executives
    — “Coordinate travel arrangements - air/ground transportation (domestic and international)

Things to consider

  • Direct reporting to the Manager of Executive Support may require strong interdepartmental alignment
    — “This role reports directly to the Manager, Executive Support
  • Confidentiality is a core requirement, especially with handling sensitive executive documents
    — “Someone with high integrity who can maintain complete confidentiality on all business matters

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience managing complex calendars and coordinating multi-office executive needs
    — “Maintain executive calendars, coordinate internal and external meetings
  • Demonstrate proficiency in Google Suite and how it streamlines administrative workflows
    — “Tech-savvy with a strong interest in using technology to improve work efficiency
  • Showcase ability to handle high-pressure situations with composure and clarity
    — “Even-tempered, kind and respectful; able to remain calm under pressure
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • providing exemplary support for high-level executives
  • maintaining executive calendars
  • managing travel arrangements
Typical background
5 years of executive support experienceproficient in Google Suite

Skills & requirements

Required

Executive SupportCalendar ManagementMeeting CoordinationExpense Report ManagementTravel CoordinationEmail ManagementProject Support

Preferred

Google Suite ProficiencyTranslation Services Coordination

Stack & domain

Google SuiteTime ManagementMultitaskingCommunication

About the role

Original posting from Datadog

At Datadog, Business Operations run the day-to-day operations for Datadog and help to keep our employees safe, happy and productive, which means every day is different. Business Operations work closely with leadership and employees to ensure that Datadog keeps scaling smoothly and remains a great place to work.

Datadog is looking for an Executive Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment to provide exemplary support for various high level executives located in our Tokyo Office and across other APJ offices.

This highly visible and professional position requires diligent attention to detail, impeccable time management skills, and an ability to multitask. This role reports directly to the Manager, Executive Support.

At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.

What You’ll Do:

Maintain executive calendars, coordinate internal and external meetings, arrange calls, dinners, events, etc.

Act as gatekeeper between executives and their stakeholders

Collaborate with your executives stakeholders and understanding priorities within the business

Maintain executives expense reports

Coordinate travel arrangements - air/ground transportation (domestic and international)

Inbox management (review and monitor emails on a daily basis)

Manage/Support Quarterly All Hands Calls/Decks and Sales Reviews

Attend weekly leadership meetings and record action items

Arrange translation services

Perform a wide variety of administrative and support duties on behalf of executives including managing time sensitive and confidential documents

Work with the Executive Support Team on projects related to new hires, events, office functions, socials, offsite meetings, etc.

Who You Are:

5 years of executive support experience including at least 3 years supporting multiple high-level leaders

Tech-savvy with a strong interest in using technology to improve work efficiency

Proficient in Google Suite

Someone with high integrity who can maintain complete confidentiality on all business matters

Even-tempered, kind and respectful; able to remain calm under pressure

Able to communicate clearly and concisely in, both verbally and in writing

Detailed-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills

A great multitasker and team player

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment

Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you’re passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits and Growth:

Generous and competitive benefits package

New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan

Continuous career development and pathing opportunities

Product training to develop an in-depth understanding of our product and space

Best in breed onboarding

Internal mentor and buddy program cross-departmentally

Friendly and inclusive workplace culture

Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog.

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About Datadog: 

Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale. It brings applications, infrastructure, data, models, and security into one place, using AI to detect and resolve issues before they impact customers. Trusted globally by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth AI leaders, Datadog enables businesses to move faster with clarity and confidence. Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Datadog Learning Center.

Equal Opportunity at Datadog:

Datadog is proud to offer equal employment opportunity to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and other characteristics protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Here are our Candidate Legal Notices for your reference. 

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