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CISCO'S HR LEADERSHIP PROGRAM (HRLP) IS NOW FLEX! FLEXis a program for upcoming HR talent to F INDtheir passion and their community; L EADtheir career and work; and EX PLOREthe world of potential in Cisco.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The FLEX Rising Leaders program, formerly known as HRLP, is anaccelerated development program designed to grow high potential talent into key leadership roles. We do this by developing a community of innovative talent from top MBA and HR master's programs. The program consists of a series ofPeople & Communities (HR) engagements over the course of three years- with the option to take on engagementsinternationally or outside of People & Communities.

FLEX-RLs experience high impact projectsthat enable them to lead transformational change across People & Communities as well as Cisco's business more broadly. Through these assignments, participants receive in-depth experiencesand learning in leadership roles across the People & Communitiesorganization.

• Work on projects that will increase value to the business
• Drive several team-based projects and complete individual stretch assignments
• Collaborate with senior leadership, managers, cross-functional teams, and other members of the FLEX community
• Present analysis and recommendations on a pivotal initiative to the Senior People & Communities (HR) leadership team
• Participate in professional development workshops, function-specific training, and business seminars often led by industry leaders

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

Work on strategic projects that add significant value to Cisco, partner with experienced mentors, and collaborate with Cisco leaders. Choose your own adventure and rotate through People & Communities functions that you're passionate about.

WHO YOU ARE

• Recently completed an MBA or a Master's degree with a concentration in Human Resources
• You have four plus years of related work experience between Bachelor's and Master's programs or during Master's program
• Show excellent academic credentials with comprehension of business fundamentals including finance, marketing, operations and strategy
• You have shown leadership skills, ability to motivate change, and a working knowledge of HR competencies
• Demonstrate the ability to think strategically, partner with business units, and articulate how HR can positively impact business effectiveness
• You have a passion for building a career in Human Resources
• You are able to provide a current cover letter and resume at time of application
• Able to legally live and work in the country for which you're applying, without visa support or sponsorship

WHY CISCO #WeAreCisco, where each person is unique, but we bring our talents to work as a team and make a difference powering an inclusive future for all. We embrace digital, and help our customers implement change in their digital businesses. Some may think we're "old" (36 years strong) and only about hardware, but we're also a software company. And a security company. We even invented an intuitive network that adapts, predicts, learns and protects. No other company can do what we do - you can't put us in a box! But "Digital Transformation" is an empty buzz phrase without a culture that allows for innovation, creativity, and yes, even failure (if you learn from it.) Day to day, we focus on the give and take. We give our best, give our egos a break, and give of ourselves (because giving back is built into our DNA.) We take accountability, bold steps, and take difference to heart. Because without diversity of thought and a dedication to equality for all, there is no moving forward. So, you have colorful hair? Don't care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That's cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us!

We Are Cisco: where each person is unique, but we bring our talents to work as a team and make a difference. We embrace digital and help our customers implement change in their businesses. Some may think we’re only about hardware, but we’re also a software company. And a security company. We even invented an intuitive network that adapts, predicts, learns and protects. Our culture allows for innovation, creativity, and yes, even failure—if you learn from it. So, you have colorful hair? Don’t care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world-changing? Be you, with us!