[Hiring] Senior Executive Assistant @Ciena

Role Description

We’re seeking a dynamic and skilled Senior Executive Assistant based on the East Coast of the US to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for efficiently managing the office of a Senior Executive in our People Team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Senior Executive Assistant to thrive in a fast-paced environment, working for a global leader in networking.

• Make the office of the EVP and CPO run seamlessly while offering outstanding service to all stakeholders.
• Act as a brand representative for Ciena and for the People Team globally.
• Be a key member of the People Leadership Team.

Administrative duties will focus on:

• Calendar: Proactively manage and prioritize customer/partner and internal stakeholder meetings, ensuring optimal use of time and resources.
• Travel: Coordinate travel arrangements, managing complex executive travel plans across multiple time zones.
• Working Rhythm: Establish a productive working rhythm with the Senior Executive to manage all their commitments while maintaining communication real-time through email, phone, and text.
• Expenses: Track and submit Executive’s Expense Reports / Claims in a timely manner.
• Atlanta Office Support: Provide support in the Atlanta office for visiting executives, customers, and guests.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with a high level of business savvy.
• Team collaboration, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• International business exposure is a positive, particularly with time zone management and cultural awareness.
• Proficiency in MSFT Office is required; SF.com, Workday, and Oracle experience a plus.
• At least five years’ experience at the senior executive administrative assistant level.

Requirements

• Location is East Coast, US.
• This is a remote role with occasional travel required.
• Flexible hours of work week-to-week, including evening or weekend work if Executive is traveling internationally.

Benefits

• Annual pay range: $80,700 - $128,900 USD.
• Discretionary incentive bonus for non-sales employees; sales commission for sales employees.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time.
• Compliance with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.