Executive Assistant – VP, Business Development

Cisco

. Directly support the Vice President of Business Development and Technology Partnerships, Security & Collaboration .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesLead💰 $99,300 - $131,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in calendar management, meeting planning, and travel coordination while maintaining confidentiality and integrity. Proven ability to provide analytical support and collaborate effectively with executive teams and external partners.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Calendar ManagementMeeting PlanningTravel CoordinationAnalytical SupportCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Windows Desktop ApplicationsOutlookWordExcelPowerPointData AnalysisResearchReport PreparationEvent CoordinationLogistics Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsIndependent JudgmentAttention to DetailProblem SolvingIntegrity

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate Degree

Industry Keywords

High-Tech IndustryCisco ExperienceExecutive SupportConfidential Information HandlingCorporate Events

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Directly support the Vice President of Business Development and Technology Partnerships, Security & Collaboration
Manage and prioritize the VP’s calendar, meetings, and attendees
Coordinate speaking engagements with the communications team
Plan and organize meetings, agendas, locations, technology, logistics, briefing documents, notes, and action items
Prepare travel packs for international trips and large domestic events
Act as an authorized proxy for communications and approvals
Answer questions, refer routine matters, resolve issues, and follow up on completion
Mentor administrative community members on problem solving
Make global travel arrangements and manage Cisco expenses
Provide analytical support for special projects, including research, data analysis, and reports
Prepare and brief itineraries and accompany the VP at large corporate events
Handle sensitive and confidential matters professionally
Collaborate with internal teams, executive assistants, outside partners, vendors, and clients

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years’ experience in an administrative environment
Minimum 2 years of experience supporting a principal at director level or above
Expert knowledge of Windows desktop applications: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience in calendar management, meeting planning, and travel coordination
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to connect with executive/senior staff and clients
Experience providing support at the VP level
Strong interpersonal skills and independent judgment
Utmost integrity and ability to handle confidential information
Outstanding attention to detail
Preferred: past experience in the high-tech industry
Preferred: prior Cisco experience
Preferred: associate degree

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
Potential Cisco restricted stock unit grants
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
16 days of paid vacation per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program for eligible exempt employees
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire and each January 1st
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles
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