Senior Executive Assistant at Palo Alto Networks

, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 May, 26

Salary

163000.0

Posted On

01 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Executive Assistant, Calendar Management, Meeting Coordination, Travel Logistics, Presentation Assistance, Report Data, Stakeholder Management, Special Projects, Event Planning, Discretion, Proactive Mindset, Detail-Oriented, Google Workspace, Concur, Interpersonal Skills

Industry

Computer and Network Security

Description

Our Mission At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place. Who We Are In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us! We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes. Job Summary We are seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant for a senior leader in our Sales Organization. This is an office-based position at our headquarters in Santa Clara, CA. On-site presence is essential to support our team effectively. This is a high-impact role requiring impeccable discretion, a proactive mindset, and the ability to operate with urgency and precision in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be highly collaborative, detail-oriented, and experienced in supporting executive-level leaders across global teams. You’ll be a critical force in ensuring the day-to-day success of our leadership team. Your Impact Assisting with presentations, report data, complex meeting coordination and travel logistics Calendar management and assistance to the leadership team Working closely with multiple stakeholders from various functions- group admins, team members and managers to assist with special projects, and annual planning Planning and executing group events and social activities, such as happy hours, release events, meet-ups and more Qualifications Your Experience Minimum of 5+ years as an Executive Assistant supporting SVP level leaders, ideally in a high-growth sales environment. Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organization. Proven ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced setting. Comfortable handling sensitive information with the utmost discretion. Resourceful and adaptable, with a solutions-oriented mindset. Proficiency with Google Workspace, expense systems (e.g., Concur), and calendaring tools. Compensation Disclosure The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here. $101,000.00 - $163,000.00/yr Our Commitment We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com. Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Please use this form to provide us with information that will help direct your request and find your data in all of our systems

Responsibilities

This high-impact role involves assisting a senior leader in the Sales Organization with daily operational tasks, including managing complex calendars, coordinating meetings, handling presentations, and overseeing travel logistics. The assistant will also collaborate with various stakeholders on special projects and be responsible for planning and executing group events and social activities.