Job Description

Overview

About Cognizant Corporate

Cognizant Corporate is a global community united by a shared purpose: to make a meaningful impact. We are committed to excellence and driven by outcomes that matter. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, and our forward-thinking mindset fuels continuous learning, innovation, and growth.

At Cognizant, careers transcend titles. We empower our people to think strategically, inspire others, and lead with purpose always guided by our core values. Join us in shaping future of business. Could you be the one to make a difference?

We are seeking an experienced Senior. Executive Assistant to provide support to the Chief People Officer.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Chief People Officer
• Coordinate, manage, and oversee all aspects of global travel for the CPO including flights, cars, hotels, agendas, and any other logistics
• Proactively manage a complex, rapidly evolving calendar-prioritizing time with intention and clarity while managing multi-time zones
• Use strong judgement, timing, and situational awareness to ensure the CPOs time, attention, and priorities are optimally managed and aligned with the organizations most critical needs
• Prepare, process and submit CPO expense reports
• Prepare briefing materials, pre-reads, and communications for internal meetings, external engagements, and executive forums
• Coordinate onsite logistics for all meetings, and provide in-office support to the CPO on an as-needed basis
• Partner with global events, procurement, government affairs, IT, and security teams
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality around all matters
• Create and maintain shared assets (e.g. contact lists)
• Partner with the Chief of Staff and senior leaders to support team operations, communications, and events

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of Sr. Executive Administrative Assistant experience required
• Experience in booking complex, global travel
• BA or BS preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable communicating with senior executives and external business contacts
• Maintain confidentiality to the highest degree and discretion in all circumstances
• Ability to organize, prioritize and multitask utilizing effective time management skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working in a global public company preferred

Salary and Other Compensation

Applications will be accepted until November 6, 2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $115,000 - $135,000, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizants discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizants applicable plans.

Benefits

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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