Meet the Team
Cisco is seeking a government affairs and public policy professional to join its integral Government Affairs team as Spain and Portugal Government Affairs Manager. Based in Madrid and reporting to the Vice President of Government Affairs for Europe, this individual will help lead Cisco’s government engagements and public policy efforts throughout Spain and Portugal.
Cisco’s Government Affairs team represents the company with governments around the world to build relationships with key leaders, advance Cisco’s public policy goals, and educate governments about our industry. Government Affairs is involved in all key legislative, regulatory, and global issues that impact the technology industry.
We are comprised of government and public policy experts across two dozen countries who represent Cisco at the highest levels of government. The team has extensive experience in and out of government and are recognized leaders in the industry.
Your Impact
As Spain and Portugal Government Affairs Manager,



you will represent Cisco with leaders at all levels of government to facilitate our engagement throughout both countries. You will play a pivotal role in formulating and implementing innovative policy solutions that advance Cisco’s business and enable our purpose to power an inclusive future for all.
Key responsibilities include:
Cultivate strong relationships with key government leaders, elected officials, and policymakers to effectively convey Cisco’s perspective and strategic priorities
Proactively engage Cisco in local policymaking and regulatory processes, including representing the company in industry coalitions, government hearings, and other relevant meetings
Develop and execute advocacy strategies to help advance Cisco’s core public policy initiatives
Support Cisco’s public sector sales and business development teams with political, policy, and purpose-driven initiatives
Monitor and analyze political and policy trends across Spain and Portugal to advise on

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