It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
At Proofpoint, we have a passion for protecting people, data, and brands from today’s advanced threats and compliance risks. We hire the best people in the business to
- Build and enhance our proven security platform
- Blend innovation and speed in a constantly evolving cloud architecture
- Analyze new threats and offer deep insight through data-driven intel
- Collaborate with customers to help solve their toughest security challenges
We are singularly devoted to helping our customers protect what matters most. That’s why we’re a leader in next-generation cybersecurity—and why more than half of the Fortune 100 trust us as a security partner.
Role Executive Business Partner- Reporting to Chief Customer Officer
Proofpoint is seeking a highly organized and proactive individual to join our team as an Executive Business Partner. This role requires exceptional administrative skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and the capacity to support executives in a fast-paced environment.
The
Executive Business Partner will support our
Chief Customer Officer (CCO). This role goes beyond administrative responsibilities, incorporating strategic planning, project management, and operational leadership to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the CCO’s office.
Your role as an Executive Business Partner
- Manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, and organize travel itineraries for the Chief Customer Officer.
- Prepare, edit, and review correspondence, reports, and presentations with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Serve as a trusted liaison between the CCO, internal teams, and external stakeholders, ensuring professional communication and confidentiality.
- Partner with the CCO to drive business priorities, track key objectives, and follow up on action items to ensure timely execution.
- Conduct research, compile data, and prepare briefings to support informed decision-making.
- Actively contribute to the strategic planning process, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
- Lead operational planning for the CCO’s office, including agenda setting, meeting facilitation, and project oversight.
- Manage cross-functional initiatives, working closely with senior leadership and ensuring project milestones are met.
- Streamline workflows and identify opportunities for process improvement within the organization.
- Plan and execute leadership meetings, customer engagements, and key corporate events.
- Represent the CCO’s office in internal and external engagements, embodying professionalism and organizational values.
What you bring to the team
- 7+ years of experience as an Executive Business Partner, preferably supporting C-suite executives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities with a focus on excellence and efficiency.
- Strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
- Experience in project management, operational planning, or acting in a Chief of Staff capacity is highly preferred.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential and sensitive matters.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, Zoom), and project management software (e.g., Asana, Smartsheet).
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrating agility in response to shifting priorities and demands.
- Passion for delivering results and supporting organizational success.
Why Proofpoint
Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We are a customer-focused and driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products—and many exciting reasons to join our team. We believe in hiring the best, the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation.
We are a diverse, multinational company with opportunities in all functions, and leaders that welcome candidates from all walks of life. Apply today and explore your future .
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable pay and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes flexible time off, a robust well-being program that provides for 4 global wellbeing days per year, and a 3-week work from anywhere option.
Base Pay Ranges
SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area
Base Pay Range 93,730.00 - 147,290.00 USD
California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska
Base Pay Range 74,550.00 - 117,150.00 USD
All other cities and states excluding those listed above
Base Pay Range 66,640.00 - 104,720.00 USD
