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Demonstrates expertise in leading and evolving human rights programs within a multinational technology context, with a strong focus on regulatory governance, due diligence frameworks, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to engage with senior executives and external stakeholders on complex human rights risks and strategies.
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Juris Doctor (JD) Degree10+ Years Experience in Business and Human Rights ProgramsLeadership and Team ManagementPresentation and Communication SkillsExperience in Technology and AI for Process Improvement
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead, evolve, and continuously improve Cisco’s enterprise-wide human rights program and strategies
- Lead strategy and execution at scale for Cisco’s global human rights program, including regulatory governance and due diligence frameworks
- Serve as direct manager for the Business and Human Rights team
- Partner across the Regulatory & Compliance team, broader Legal organization, and other company functions
- Oversee cross-functional development of human rights standards and processes
- Embed human rights requirements across Legal, Supply Chain, Procurement, business units, and other global functions
- Present directly to senior executive audiences on complex human rights risks and strategy, including supply chain and forced labor risks, HRIAs, and global regulatory frameworks
- Identify and address opportunities to enhance due diligence programs and scalable processes to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risks
Requirements
What you’ll need- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school preferred, or equivalent experience and/or training in compliance
- 10+ years of relevant experience in similar roles responsible for designing, executing, and scaling legal Business and Human Rights programs within a multinational technology company
- Deep experience and strategic leadership discernment engaging in regulator, external partner, industry, and customer conversations
- Proven leadership experience and skills with a track record of motivating, empowering, and supporting teams
- Demonstrated proficiency in using technology and AI to streamline processes and improve team efficiency
- Ability to lead and manage complex projects
- Excellent presentation and written communication skills for business and legal audiences
- Preferred: experience working in a large global technology company or similar industry managing digital human rights issues and engaging with multi-stakeholder groups
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
- Paid parental leave
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
- Eligible grants of Cisco restricted stock units
- 10 paid holidays per full calendar year
- 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
- 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
- Paid year-end holiday shutdown
- 4 paid days off for personal wellness
- Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
- Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit, subject to availability and business limitations
- 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
- Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
- Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
- Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
- Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco’s policies
- Cisco careers-site benefits and perks
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Hard Skills
Regulatory GovernanceDue Diligence FrameworksHuman Rights Standards DevelopmentRisk Assessment and MitigationProject Management
Soft Skills
LeadershipMotivating TeamsEmpowering TeamsStrategic Leadership Discernment
Tools & Technologies
Technology for Process StreamliningAI for Efficiency Improvement
Industry Keywords
Human Rights ProgramMultinational Technology CompanySupply Chain RisksForced Labor RisksDigital Human Rights Issues