Overview:
Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.
Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.
Responsibilities:
About the Role
Keysight Technologies is seeking an Executive Assistant II to support the Vice President of Corporate Strategy and other executives as assigned, providing high-impact administrative and operational support in a fast-paced, highly visible environment. This role blends core executive support (calendar, travel, meetings, expense/admin systems) with corporate event coordination and general administrative support. The ideal candidate brings exceptional judgment, discretion, adaptability, teamwork, and a proactive, flexible approach to enabling executive effectiveness and organizational execution.
Executive Support
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Manage complex, high-volume calendars and meeting scheduling across multiple time zones; proactively resolve conflicts and protect focus time.
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Coordinate and execute meeting logistics for senior-level and cross-functional engagements, including leadership meetings, strategic reviews, and high-visibility sessions.
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Arrange domestic and international travel, including itineraries, changes, and logistics.
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Prepare and maintain executive-ready materials and tracking (spreadsheets, agendas, action items), ensuring follow-through and closed-loop execution.
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Support end-to-end operational workflows (purchase requisitions, approvals, enterprise systems interfaces including HR/Finance/ERP tools).
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Maintain org charts and organizational documentation for the Corporate Strategy Office (CSO).
Strategy Events & Team Coordination
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Plan and coordinate events and working sessions (e.g., offsites, team meetings, workshops), including venue/logistics, attendee coordination, communications, and readiness.
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Support corporate events including Board of Directors meetings, executive development events and Keysight’s Investor Day.
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Manage logistics for meetings, ensuring smooth execution, participant experience, and professional production standards.
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Partner with stakeholders to drive a cohesive, team-based, positive environment while delivering high-quality execution.
Process Excellence & Continuous Improvement
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Build and refine templates, standards, and repeatable workflows that improve efficiency and consistency across executive support and team operations.
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Continually assess administrative and business processes, identify gaps/opportunities, and drive improvements with minimal overhead.
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Curate and maintain an executive reference file supporting strategic plans and operational execution oversight.
Confidentiality & Executive Readiness
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Handle sensitive and confidential information with the highest integrity and discretion, applying knowledge of company policies and practices.
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Exercise sound judgment in ambiguous situations; escalate appropriately and propose solutions.
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Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
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3+ years of experience in an executive support role.
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Associate or Bachelor’s degree; specialized training/certification is a plus.
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Demonstrated excellent judgment, discretion, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
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Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
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Flexible and adaptable changing priorities.
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Clear, professional communication skills (written and verbal).
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Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team environment.
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Flexibility to work occasional overtime or adjusted hours as business needs require.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience supporting senior leaders (VP level or above) in a complex, global, matrixed organization.
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Experience supporting Strategy, Corporate functions, or similarly cross-functional teams with broad stakeholder interaction.
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Background in project management, business operations, or leading process improvement initiatives.
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Experience coordinating offsites, workshops, and executive meetings with high standards for attendee experience.
Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***
Santa Rosa, CA Pay Range: MIN $78,660.00 - MAX $131,090.00