Dir, Strategic Operations and Chief of Staff

$134,800 - $267,600/Yr

Adobe - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Senior

San Francisco, CA

Publishing Industries

About the position

The Director of Strategic Operations and Chief of Staff at Adobe plays a pivotal role in supporting the VP of Product Marketing and the leadership team. This position is designed for a strategic thinker who can lead key initiatives, simplify complex problems, and drive organizational effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategic operations, strong communication skills, and the ability to foster relationships across various levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead as a top-level adviser and confidant to the SVP.
• Quickly understand and simplify problems, working across teams to identify solutions.
• Own and drive strategic initiatives critical to team and customer engagement.
• Advocate for the organization in cross-functional discussions, promoting inclusive leadership.
• Convey and ensure successful communication of critical organizational decisions.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in strategic operational roles, partnering with senior leaders.
• BA or BS degree in a related field; MBA or Management Consulting experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including proficiency in PowerPoint.
• Extraordinary ability to program manage across complex operations.
• Critical thinking skills to break down sizable problems and derive insights from data.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a global, cross-functional environment.
• Ability to design and implement change management initiatives.
• Excellent meeting design and facilitation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $134,800 - $267,600 annually.
• Potential for long-term incentives in the form of equity awards.
• Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) for non-sales roles.