Chief of Staff, Xbox Game Studios

$129,200 - $299,400/Yr

Microsoft - Redmond, WA

Full-time - Senior

Redmond, WA

5,001-10,000 employees

Publishing Industries

About the position

The Chief of Staff for Xbox Game Studios will play a pivotal role in supporting the Vice President and the leadership team by driving organizational effectiveness, strategic planning, and management. This position is integral to ensuring alignment across various teams and stakeholders within Microsoft Gaming, focusing on enhancing communication, managing priorities, and executing strategic initiatives to foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic planning and operation execution.
• Responsible for organization-wide effectiveness, including leadership rhythm of business (ROB), internal and external communications, organizational priorities, strategic planning and management, strategic programs and initiatives, meetings and events, and leadership budgets.
• Partner with the XGS (Xbox Gaming Studios) Leadership Team to unite teams across shared objectives enabling the success of our gaming strategy.
• Work with General Managers of Development and Business, and other key stakeholders to maintain a cohesive view of priorities and focus areas for Head of XGS.
• Partner with Chiefs of Staff in XGS, Game Content and Studios, and cross-org on strategy, communications, planning and execution.
• Support the Head of Xbox Game Studios by extending the leader's reach, developing relationships with key staff and partners, and communicating the leader's strategy.
• Maximize the use and effectiveness of the leader's time to drive progress towards business priorities.
• Partner as a thought leader and discussion partner for important and strategic decisions.
• Drive cross-team projects to meet the changing business environment and to manage complex business needs.
• Align with the People strategy for the organization and understand the current organizational culture.
• Support and activate the Gaming D&I (Diversity & Inclusion) plan through strategic oversight and coordination.
• Lead culture initiatives inclusive of diverse perspectives and backgrounds, support inclusive hiring approaches, and provide a safe place where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field (e.g., Liberal Arts, Business Administration, Management, Computer Science) AND 8+ years of experience in financial management, business planning, operations management, strategy, project management, human resources or business-related roles OR equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience providing support to senior executives in a chief of staff role or similar capacity.
• Background in the gaming or entertainment industry.
• Previous experience within the Microsoft Gaming organization and understands the complexity of game studio management within Microsoft.
• Motivated, project-oriented, self-starter with the ability to transform challenging business problems into tangible action plans.
• Proven capabilities in positions requiring cross-group collaboration, creativity and change management leadership.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to contribute consistently and positively in a high-paced, fast-changing work environment.
• Results oriented team player who leads by example and holds themselves accountable for performance, takes ownership and champions all aspects of our business.
• Analytical thinker with a growth mindset and flexibility to accommodate evolving business needs.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k
• Paid holidays
• Professional development
• Diversity and Inclusion programs
• Flexible scheduling
• Employee discounts