Senior Executive Assistant to SVP – Global Travel & Events

Jobs Paloaltonetworks; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 101,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Senior Executive Assistant to the SVP, Unit 42 Consulting. This role supports high-level executives, manages complex calendars, and coordinates global travel with strong discretion and strategic insight.

You will partner with senior leaders, plan large-scale events, and drive cross-functional alignment in a fast-paced, global environment. Excellent communication and time-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting a VP+ level executive in a fast-paced, global organization.
• Proven ability to manage complex calendars, global travel, and event planning using Google Suite (G Suite).
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan high-stakes engagements, including executive offsites and global All-Hands meetings.
• Partner with senior leaders and the EA network to align priorities, calendars, and communications.
• Apply structured program and project management approaches to drive execution across key initiatives.
• Anticipate shifting priorities, identify risks, and implement solutions to maintain momentum.
• Manage a high-volume, complex calendar across global time zones.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, including itineraries, visas, and expense management.
• Act as a trusted gatekeeper maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Prepare the SVP for meetings with context, materials, and alignment.
• Exercise sound judgment in prioritization and real-time decisions for the SVP.
• Concept and plan large-scale internal events and leadership sessions.
• Collaborate with the EA community to share best practices and drive consistency.

Skills

Calendar management

Global travel planning

Executive support

Discretion

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Senior Executive Assistant to the SVP, Unit 42 Consulting. This role supports high-level executives, manages complex calendars, and coordinates global travel with strong discretion and strategic insight.

You will partner with senior leaders, plan large-scale events, and drive cross-functional alignment in a fast-paced, global environment. Excellent communication and time-management skills are essential.