Executive Assistant

About Cognizant

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?

Role Overview

The Senior Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and strategic support to senior leadership, including CXOs, VPs, and SVPs, within a fast-paced IT organization. This role requires advanced organizational, communication, and technology skills to manage complex priorities, coordinate cross-functional activities, and ensure seamless business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support

Manage complex calendars, meetings, and appointments across multiple time zones

Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, visas, accommodations, and itineraries

Collaborate with executive leadership teams and coordinate with senior offices such as CEO, CFO, and other leadership stakeholders

Prepare presentations, reports, and briefing materials for leadership discussions

Screen and prioritize emails, calls, and correspondence

Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders

Meeting & Event Coordination

Organize executive meetings, board meetings, and leadership reviews

Prepare agendas, capture minutes, and track action items to completion

Coordinate town halls, client visits, and internal events

Ensure proper setup and use of collaboration tools such as MS Teams

Partner with executive assistants across the organization to support enterprise-level meetings and events

Stakeholder Management

Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive business information

Build and sustain strong cross-functional relationships across departments such as HR, Finance, and IT

Communication & Reporting

Draft professional communications, including emails and presentations

Prepare regular reports, executive summaries, and updates

Ensure alignment and consistency in communication across team

Required Skills and Competencies

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Familiarity with collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint

Basic understanding of IT processes and terminology

Experience with calendar and task management tools

Core Competencies

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

High discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines ]

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any field

10–20 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably within the IT or BPO industry

Prior experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Salary and Other Compensation

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

Applications will be accepted until July 5,2026.

The annual salary for this position is between $85,000 - $95,000, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s 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.