Executive Assistant to VP, Engineering (Onsite in San Jose)

020 Cisco Systems, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. in San Jose, CA is seeking an Executive Assistant to the VP to manage calendars, travel, meetings, and communications. You will coordinate events, prepare briefing materials, and act as proxy for approvals, needing discretion and strong interpersonal skills.

This onsite role requires 4 days in the office and a proactive, high-energy partner to the executive team. Minimum qualifications include 4+ years in an administrative environment and expert knowledge of Outlook, Word,

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in administrative environment.
• Experience supporting a principal at director level or above.

Responsibilities

• Calendar management for VP, prioritizing schedules and meetings.
• Event speaking engagement coordination with communications team.
• Meeting planning and organization including agenda, location, and logistics.
• Travel briefing preparation for international and large domestic trips.
• Correspondence/approvals as proxy for VP, escalating as needed.
• Travel and expense management for VP, including airline coordination.
• Provide analytical support on special projects for executives.
• Support large corporate events and brief itineraries for executives.

Skills

Calendar management

Meeting planning

Travel coordination

Executive support

Communication

Education

Associates degree

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. in San Jose, CA is seeking an Executive Assistant to the VP to manage calendars, travel, meetings, and communications. You will coordinate events, prepare briefing materials, and act as proxy for approvals, needing discretion and strong interpersonal skills.

This onsite role requires 4 days in the office and a proactive, high-energy partner to the executive team. Minimum qualifications include 4+ years in an administrative environment and expert knowledge of Outlook, Word,