People & Communities (HR) Country Consultant - Italy

Preference will be given to a current full-time employee ("blue badge") in the People, Policy & Purpose (3P) organization who meets 100% of the minimum qualifications to be eligible for this role. Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team Join a dynamic People & Communities Country Acceleration team committed to driving people and culture change initiatives, compliance, and engagement initiatives within Italy. The Country Consultant for Italy partners with business leaders and stakeholders to develop and execute impactful Country People & Culture plans. Your Impact As a People & Communities Country Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in influencing both internal and external communities. You will co-design and execute HR strategies, initiatives, and programs within the countries, leveraging your deep understanding of the business landscape and external market insights in the region. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape Cisco’s people agenda. Responsibilities Co-ownership of complex country compliance and legislative requirements Co-design and execution of employee engagement, inclusion & collaboration, and other country-level people and culture initiatives Maintain operational oversight of HR services delivered by People Support Influence strategy and execute cross-functional people and culture projects, e.g., restructuring, mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures Execute benefits strategy for the country in collaboration with partners Drive local Cisco Brand strategy Support Employee Relations escalations Represent Cisco at Customer, Government, and Legislative Meetings, Conferences, etc., hosting and influencing the agenda, and creating engagement opportunities for executive and partner visits at Cisco Minimum Qualifications Proven experience as a trusted HR consultant, advisor & coach Demonstrated Italian country employment knowledge and local HR expertise Strong business acumen with effective stakeholder management and communication skills Critical thinker with strategic agility Ability to work dynamically and collaboratively Preferred Qualifications Sound judgment with the ability to manage ambiguity Change catalyst with the ability to influence Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in diverse cultural settings WeAreCisco WeAreCisco where every individual brings their unique skills and perspectives to pursue our purpose of powering an inclusive future for all. We celebrate our employees’ diverse backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisco offers a culture of learning and development, hybrid work, and inclusive communities, including employee resource organizations and paid volunteer time. Our purpose-driven approach makes us a global leader in technology that powers the internet, helping customers reimagine applications, secure enterprises, transform infrastructure, and meet sustainability goals. Join us and be yourself! J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: provincia-di-milano, IT

Posted Date: 6/14/2025