Executive Communications Manager

The Enterprise, Commercial and Small Business (ECSB) group generates more than $20 billion in annual revenue and has over 12,000 employees. The organization is comprised of collaboration software, voice technology, data center, switching and services, wireless, security routing and technology, enterprise systems and operations, and small business technologies.

Currently, we're seeking an experienced executive communications manager for Tony Bates, SVP/GM and leader of ECSB. Located in San Jose, this position will be responsible for providing communication counsel, developing an executive communications platform and implementing that platform for various external and internal audiences. The ideal candidate will partner with the executive to develop original content and ensure that key messages are consistently communicated across multiple channels (PR, Web, speaker forums, IR, AR, etc.).
Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates strong executive influence and content development skills
• Exhibits leadership skills
• Crafts compelling stories that are engaging, simple and clear
• Possesses the ability to act as a role model to peers
• Gains consensus among others and manages sensitive situations in a confidential manner
• Displays flexibility and resiliency
• Knows how to solve problems
• Boasts superior writing and editing skills
• Negotiates effectively
• Takes initiative
• Collaborates with ECSB and Cisco-wide executive communications professionals
• Understands the big picture, but holds a fine eye to detail
• Feels comfortable working with senior executives
• Spreads the "ECSB word" Cisco-wide
• Has solid project management skills
• Shares best practices
• Knows PowerPoint
Success Factors:

• Established track record and reputation for successfully positioning senior executives

• Proven conflict and risk management skills as well as leadership skills

• Develops a strong partnership/relationship with the executive

• Receives high marks (both quantifiable and qualitative metrics) with executive presentation scores, audience participation and engagement, executive, manager, and peer-level feedback
Education:

• Typically requires BA/BS in Marketing, Business, or equivalent plus 12+ years of related experience in Marketing or Communications. Previous experience working with senior executives highly desired.