About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
Cisco is hiring an Executive Assistant to support the SVP and GM of the Data Center and Internet Infrastructure team in San Jose. This hybrid role requires three to four days per week at the office. The team leads the strategy for high-performance routing and mobile networks, driving innovation for the world's largest webscalers and enterprises. The Executive Assistant will be responsible for managing the SVP's calendar, coordinating travel, and providing analytical support for special projects. The ideal candidate will be proactive, have outstanding communication skills, and be able to work with limited direction. They will be responsible for managing conflicting meeting requests, supervising action items, and following up to ensure completion. The candidate will also be required to create travel packs for international trips, prepare meeting briefing documents, and take initiative to resolve issues within specified policies and guidelines. The role requires a high level of organization, prioritization, and attention to detail. The candidate will be working in a lively environment and will need to be able to think creatively and calmly when dealing with quick and unplanned changes in schedule.
Responsibilities
- Manage the SVP's calendar and daily schedule
- Coordinate travel arrangements for the SVP
- Provide analytical support for special projects
- Research issues, analyze problems, and prepare reports
- Create travel packs for international trips
- Prepare meeting briefing documents
- Take initiative to resolve issues within specified policies and guidelines
- Mentor new Executive Administrative Assistants and other administrators
- Participate in a cross-functional EA network and lead the organization's community of Admins
Benefits
- Starting salary range: $121,200.00 to $153,700.00
- Incentive compensation
- Equity
- Benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
- Paid time away, including 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness
- Optional 10 paid days per year to volunteer
Requirements & Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in an administrative environment, with a minimum of 2 years supporting at the VP level or above
- Expert-level knowledge of Windows desktop computer applications: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience in calendar management, planning meetings, and coordinating travel
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to navigate web and email at high competency knowledge
- BA/BS or equivalent experience (preferred)
- Past work experience in the high-tech industry (preferred)
How to Apply
- Review the job description and requirements to ensure you are a good fit for the role.
- Prepare your application, including your resume and any required documents.
- Click the Apply button below to submit your application.
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