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Chief of Staff

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Adobe

Oct 30, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Consulting
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Munich

Requirements

  • Experience in strategic operational roles, partnering with senior leaders.
  • Excellent communication skills, written, verbal and through tools like PowerPoint.
  • Executive time management and organization.
  • Extraordinary ability to program manage across complex operations.
  • Critical thinking skills and able to take sizable problems and break them into small meaningful pieces as well as being able to utilize data to derive insights from metrics.
  • Comfort with ambiguity, a can-do attitude and attention to operational details.
  • Ability to develop relationships and partnerships (internal and external) at all levels of the organization, exhibit strong leadership and influencing skills, and design, implement, and lead change management initiatives.
  • Ability to learn, grow and take on expanded duties as business needs evolve.
  • Excellent meeting design and facilitation skills.
  • Fluent German and English language skills.

Responsibilities

  • Support Adobe’s strategic business direction in alignment with Adobe's Core Values. Driving positive progress of the overall CENTRAL vision and strategy.
  • Support CENTRAL strategic planning – development of “big bets” and keeping team aligned to these, tracking progress and ensuring vision/strategy is felt throughout the CENTRAL organization (partnering with executive communications, EX, Ops. etc.)
  • Lead on CENTRAL Projects/Strategic Initiatives: Own initiatives and work with relevant stakeholders to ensure project completion or appropriate project handoff.
  • You will add bandwidth, purpose, and intent to the CENTRAL VP/MD office. “Smoothing the way and connecting the dots”, always staying connected to the CENTRAL vision and strategy
  • Lead CENTRAL meeting agendas and offsite management to ensure desired outcomes are reached
  • Support VP/MD of CENTRAL on prioritization and impact across key business initiatives
  • Owner of business performance insights relating to CENTRAL Strategic Priorities: drive cadence and reviews for quarterly progress towards achievements, including monthly presentations to the EMEA LT communication updates.
  • Providing up to date and current insight to CENTRAL LT on pulse of business and provide CENTRAL lens and touchpoint to other teams in the EMEA/US who develop long-term strategy for the business.
  • Primary owner for all executive review documents ensuring information is up to date, accessible and relevant.
  • Business Partnering: Build effective, trusting business relationships across the organization.

FAQs

What is the location of the Chief of Staff position?

The Chief of Staff position is based in Munich, Germany.

Who will the Chief of Staff report to?

The Chief of Staff will report to the VP/MD of the CENTRAL region.

What are the key responsibilities of the Chief of Staff?

The key responsibilities include supporting strategic business direction, leading on CENTRAL projects and strategic initiatives, managing meeting agendas, providing business performance insights, and building effective business relationships.

What skills are required to succeed in this role?

Candidates should have experience in strategic operational roles, excellent communication skills, strong program management capabilities, critical thinking skills, and the ability to build relationships and partnerships at all organizational levels.

What languages are required for this position?

Fluency in both German and English is required for this position.

Is experience with executive management important for the Chief of Staff role?

Yes, experience in strategic operational roles and partnering with senior leaders is a critical requirement for this position.

How does Adobe promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Adobe is committed to creating an exceptional employee experience where everyone is respected and has equal opportunities, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

What benefits does Adobe offer to its employees?

Adobe offers a range of benefits which can be explored at Rewards.adobe.com, along with a strong focus on employee growth and development.

Does Adobe provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities?

Yes, Adobe aims to make its application process accessible and provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities or special needs.

What kind of work environment can employees expect at Adobe?

Employees can expect an exceptional work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and ongoing feedback through Adobe's unique Check-In approach.

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