Executive Assistant for SVP of Product Management

Cisco Systems; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) matching

Paid parental leave

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Cisco Systems seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to support a Senior VP in Data Center Networking. You will manage calendars, coordinate travel, prepare briefing materials, and mentor other admins.

This role demands discretion, strong communication, and the ability to handle confidential information in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment. The position involves executive-level calendar management, world-wide travel planning, and cross-functional collaboration with Communications and staff

Qualifications

• 5+ years in administrative environment
• 2+ years supporting VP level or above
• Expert level knowledge of Windows desktop applications: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Calendar management, planning meetings and coordinating travel
• Excellent verbal and written communication with executives and staff
• Ability to navigate web and email at high competency

Responsibilities

• Calendar Management: manage SVP's calendar and daily schedule with prioritization and follow-up
• Event Speaking Engagement Coordination: coordinate content needs for SVP engagements
• Meeting Planning & Organization: assemble agendas, book locations, arrange tech needs, note-taking and post-meeting actions
• Travel Briefing Preparation: craft travel packs and coordinate international trips
• Correspondence/Approvals: act as proxy for communications and approvals; mentor admins
• Travel and Expense Management: arrange global travel and manage Cisco expenses
• Special Projects: provide analytical support and prepare reports
• Large Corporate Events: brief itineraries and accompany VP for events like GSX
• Confidentiality: handle highly critical and confidential matters
• Mentor: lead Admin network and mentor administrators

Skills

Calendar management

Executive support

Verbal & written communication

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

BA/BS or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Cisco Systems seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to support a Senior VP in Data Center Networking. You will manage calendars, coordinate travel, prepare briefing materials, and mentor other admins.

This role demands discretion, strong communication, and the ability to handle confidential information in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment. The position involves executive-level calendar management, world-wide travel planning, and cross-functional collaboration with Communications and staff