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Cisco Systems Human Resources Manager Interview

Posted Apr 16, 2012

Accepted Offer – Interviewed on San Jose, CA (US) Feb 2010 – Reviewed Apr 16, 2012

Interview Details Initially contacted by a recruiter who explained the role. I was then invited to meet with the hiring manager. After a one hour interview I was invited back to meet with 2 HR partners. Following those face-to-face interviews I met with 2 of the 3 leaders the position would support. I talked to the third leader on the phone.
The recruiter kept me updated about the status of the recruiting process the entire team.

Interview Question – Cisco is not an easy place to navigate. How would you assimilate yourself into the organization?   Answer Question

Negotiation Details – There wasn't much negotiation needed. They made me an offer that exceeded my expectations.

Other Details - I applied through a recruiter and the process took 1+ week.

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