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Senior Executive Assistant - Investor Relations & Strategic Finance

5 days ago Santa Clara, CA

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!

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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

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver sophisticated administrative partnership to the SVP, managing complex 3- to 6-month calendar cycles and domestic/ international travel logistics
  • Orchestrate high-stakes logistics for quarterly earnings releases, including WAR room setups, catering, IT/Security support, and callback scheduling
  • Plan and execute end-to-end logistics for domestic/international Non-Deal Roadshows (NDRs), investor lunches, C-suite dinners, and HQ investor bus tours
  • Manage conference logistics, executive registrations, virtual meeting platforms, and briefing book distribution
  • Direct primary IR communication channels, triaging shareholder/analyst inquiries while maintaining strict adherence to legal protocols
  • Oversee high-volume CRM data entry within Nasdaq IR Insight to maintain accurate records of investor engagements
  • Utilize enterprise AI tools (Gemini Enterprise, NotebookLM) and automated workflows to optimize productivity and documentation
  • Execute SAP Ariba workflows, including vendor onboarding, Purchase Orders, invoice reconciliation, and expense auditing
  • Direct logistics for departmental offsites, administrative summits, and high-profile team events

Qualifications

Required Experience:

  • 7+ years of experience supporting senior executives, including Vice President and/or Senior Vice President leaders within a high tech, enterprise software, SaaS, or cybersecurity company.
  • Proven ability to thrive in a high performance environment while managing multiple competing priorities with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Experience managing complex executive calendars, global travel, executive communications, and confidential business activities.
  • Experience coordinating executive level meetings, Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), town halls, all hands meetings, team events, and organizational activities.
  • Executive presence with outstanding written and verbal communication skills, and the confidence to interact effectively with senior leaders, customers, and cross functional partners.
  • Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs, think several steps ahead, and operate with sound judgment and discretion.
  • Highly organized with exceptional prioritization and project management skills.
  • Resourceful, adaptable, and resilient, with the grit to navigate ambiguity and perform under pressure.
  • Advanced proficiency with Google Workspace, enterprise calendaring tools, and expense management systems such as Concur.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Experience:

  • Investor Relations or Strategic Finance environment preferred
  • Nasdaq IR Insight experience

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.

Client-provided location(s): Santa Clara, CA
Job ID: Palo_Alto_Networks-JR-021382
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-08-29T03:03:47

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Professional Coaching
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Founder led
    • Veteran founded/led
    • Asian founded/led

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