Executive Assistant​/Business Partner supporting SVP of WTG Marketing

Position: Executive Assistant / Business Partner supporting SVP of WTG Marketing
The application window is expected to close on: 06/26/2026

** Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received** .

** Meet the Team*
* We are looking for an experienced and highly organized Executive Assistant / Business Partner to provide direct support to the Senior Vice President of WTG Marketing. This role requires exceptional judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This person must be based in the Bay Area and be open to going into the office when the leader is in town.

** Your Impact*
* ** _Executive Support & Coordination_*
* + Provide daily executive support to the SVP, including proactive calendar management, and prioritization of time-sensitive matters.

+ Serve as a liaison between the SVP and internal/external stakeholders, handling inquiries, routing communications, and ensuring timely follow-up and resolution.

** _Calendar & Meeting Management_*
* + Manage complex calendars, prioritize meeting requests, and ensure alignment with strategic priorities.

+ Coordinate meetings, track action items, and follow up

+ Maintain awareness of key business priorities to make informed scheduling decisions and anticipate needs.

** _Travel & Expense Management_*
* + Coordinate detailed domestic and international travel itineraries for the VP, including logistics, briefing materials, and alignment with meeting objectives.

+ Process and reconcile expense reports through Concur in compliance with company policies.

+ Partner with the SVP EA for large event travel briefs and executive meeting packs.

** _Events & Engagements_*
* + Assist in planning speaking engagements, internal communications sessions, and team meetings.

+ Collaborate closely with the marketing and communications teams to ensure the VP is well-prepared for each event.

+ Help coordinate logistics and on-site support for large corporate events and conferences (e.g., GSX, Webex One).

** _Operational Excellence & Collaboration_*
* + Partner with the SVP EA and broader EA community to standardize best practices, streamline processes, and ensure business continuity across the organization.

+ Support administrative operations for the leadership team, including tracking deliverables, managing org-wide communications, and assisting with special projects.

+ Demonstrate flexibility, teamwork, and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.

** _Leadership & Mentorship_*
* + Serve as a reliable partner within the administrative network, contributing to a collaborative and high-performing EA community.

+ Champion innovation and continuous improvement in administrative processes.

** Who You Are*
* You are a highly organized, resourceful, and proactive professional who thrives in dynamic environments. You balance precision with flexibility, handle multiple priorities gracefully, and bring a solution-oriented mindset to every challenge.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* + 8+ years of experience in administrative roles, including at least 2+ years supporting at the VP level or above.

+ 6+ years of experience working in a large, matrixed, and fast-paced organization (tech industry strongly preferred).

+ 10+ years of experience working with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Webex, and Concur.

+ Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of skills and experience.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate confidently with senior leaders and external partners.

+ Proven ability to manage complex calendars, travel, and logistics with attention to detail and confidentiality.

+ Self-starter with the ability to make sound judgments and adapt quickly to shifting priorities.

** Why Cisco?*
* At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.

Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.

We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.

** Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:*
* The starting salary range posted for this position is $ to $ and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.

Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions,…