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Adobe

3mo ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You need experience in strategic ops, excellent communication and organization skills, critical thinking, relationship-building, meeting facilitation, fluency in German and English, and adaptability.
  • You will support strategic planning, lead initiatives, manage meetings, provide business insights, and build relationships to advance organizational goals and ensure alignment with the CENTRAL vision.

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 UKI&MEA 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 main focus of the Chief of Staff role at Adobe?

The Chief of Staff will focus on supporting Adobe's strategic business direction, driving the CENTRAL vision and strategy, and managing key initiatives and processes within the CENTRAL region.

What qualifications are required for the Chief of Staff position?

Candidates should have experience in strategic operational roles, excellent communication skills, exceptional program management abilities, critical thinking skills, and the ability to build effective relationships across the organization.

What language skills are necessary for this position?

Fluency in both German and English is required for the Chief of Staff role.

What type of experience is preferred for this position?

Candidates should possess leadership experience in cross-functional and collaborative work environments, with a strong commercial, business, and operational intuition.

Will the Chief of Staff work closely with senior leaders?

Yes, the Chief of Staff will partner with senior leaders, particularly the VP/MD of CENTRAL, to drive strategic initiatives and ensure alignment across the organization.

What is the educational background preferred for this role?

While specific educational requirements are not detailed, a background in business, management, or a related field is typically preferred for strategic roles like Chief of Staff.

What type of projects will the Chief of Staff oversee?

The Chief of Staff will own various CENTRAL projects and strategic initiatives, ensuring timely completion and alignment with the overall vision and strategy.

What tools will be utilized for communication in this role?

Excellent communication skills are essential, including proficiency with tools like PowerPoint for presentations.

What does Adobe offer to support diversity and inclusion?

Adobe is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and creating a workplace where everyone feels appreciated and included, fostering creativity and innovation.

How does Adobe promote employee growth and feedback?

Adobe promotes growth through a unique Check-In approach, encouraging ongoing feedback among colleagues to support their development.

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Adobe

Technology
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1982
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Adobe is the global leader in digital media and digital marketing solutions. Our creative, marketing and document solutions empower everyone – from emerging artists to global brands – to bring digital creations to life and deliver immersive, compelling experiences to the right person at the right moment for the best results. In short, Adobe is everywhere, and we’re changing the world through digital experiences.