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CiscoExecutive Assistant: VP, Business Development
Cisco is hiring an Executive Assistant to provide direct support to the Vice President of Business Development and Technology Partnerships, Security & Collaboration. Operating within the…
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Cisco is hiring an Executive Assistant to provide direct support to the Vice President of Business Development and Technology Partnerships, Security & Collaboration. Operating within the United States PST time zone, this role requires close collaboration with internal teams, senior leadership, and external partners, vendors, and clients. Cisco is a global technology leader focused on building solutions that connect and protect organizations in the AI era and beyond. The position…
Job Description
Cisco is hiring an Executive Assistant to provide direct support to the Vice President of Business Development and Technology Partnerships, Security & Collaboration. Operating within the United States PST time zone, this role requires close collaboration with internal teams, senior leadership, and external partners, vendors, and clients. Cisco is a global technology leader focused on building solutions that connect and protect organizations in the AI era and beyond.
The position involves managing complex schedules, planning meetings, organizing travel itineraries, handling event speaking engagements, and assisting with special projects and corporate events. The ideal candidate possesses high energy, exceptional discretion, and strong communication abilities while thriving in a fast-paced corporate environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage the Vice President's calendar by prioritizing schedules and deciding meeting access
- Coordinate speaking engagements and work with the communications team on preparation materials
- Plan meetings by assembling agendas, locations, technology, and logistics, and document post-meeting action items
- Build international travel packs and domestic event itineraries including logistical and customer requests
- Act as a proxy for communications and approvals when authorized, handling routine inquiries and resolving issues within policy guidelines
- Arrange global travel itineraries and manage expense reports
- Provide analytical support, research issues, compile data, and prepare reports for special projects
- Accompany the Vice President and assist at large corporate events such as GSX
Requirements
- Minimum of 4 years of experience working in an administrative environment
- At least 2 years of experience supporting a principal at the director level or above
- Expert level knowledge of Windows desktop applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Demonstrated background in calendar management, meeting planning, and travel coordination
- Strong verbal and written communication skills suitable for interacting with all levels of staff and clients
Qualifications
- Previous work experience within the high-tech industry
- Prior work experience at Cisco
- Associate degree
Core Skills
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan featuring a Cisco matching contribution
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
- Restricted stock unit grants subject to vesting periods
- Paid time away including 10 holidays, 1 floating holiday, birthday day off, year-end holiday shutdown, and personal wellness days
- Flexible vacation time off program for exempt employees or 16 paid vacation days for full-time non-exempt employees
- 80 hours of sick time provided upon hire and each January 1st
- Up to 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
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What is the salary range for this Executive Assistant role?
The starting salary range is USD 99,300 to 131,800 per year, with specific geographic ranges varying by location such as the New York City Metro Area or Washington state.
What are the core experience requirements?
Applicants must have at least 4 years of administrative experience, with a minimum of 2 years supporting a principal at the director level or higher.
When does the application window close?
The application window is expected to close on November 5, 2026.
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