Graduate Strategy & Operations Analyst – Data-Driven Growth

Cisco Systems, Inc; Bærum; Hybrid; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc is seeking a high-potential Strategy & Operations professional to join the Chief of Staff team in Oslo. You will influence leadership decisions, shape strategic direction through data-driven insights, and drive smarter processes across a fast-growing global business.

Based in Oslo with a global reach, you will partner with leaders across Strategy, Product, and GTM & Sales, collaborating across functions and levels.

Qualifications

• Recent Business School (or Management) graduates with a Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 1 year of experience, working with cross-functional teams in a highly dynamic environment - preferably in Management Consulting.
• Excellent English (both written and verbal), and able to communicate in a structured and engaging way.
• Microsoft Office skills (mostly PowerPoint)
• Able to legally live and work in Norway (without any visa sponsorship).

Responsibilities

• Drive business reviews for a high-growth global business, keeping cross-functional leaders aligned and ready to act
• Design and lead high-impact offsites and planning events that sharpen focus, spark collaboration, and accelerate growth
• Grow through close coaching from Strategy and Product leaders, with the structure to succeed and the freedom to try new things
• Partner with Strategy & Analytics team to analyze a rich mix of data, uncover risks and opportunities that shape how we compete and grow
• Translate findings into executive presentations and recommendations that drive real decisions
• Simplify processes and boost organizational effectiveness, experimenting with latest AI tools, from agentic workflows to vibe coding
• Collaborate with Product and Strategy & Analytics teams in a culture that champions AI adoption, with hands-on learning and plenty of room to grow

Skills

English fluency

Analytical thinking

Proactive mindset

Prioritization under dynamic work

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years OR Master’s degree + 1 year

Tools

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint)

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc is seeking a high-potential Strategy & Operations professional to join the Chief of Staff team in Oslo. You will influence leadership decisions, shape strategic direction through data-driven insights, and drive smarter processes across a fast-growing global business.

Based in Oslo with a global reach, you will partner with leaders across Strategy, Product, and GTM & Sales, collaborating across functions and levels.