Chief of Staff

Halo Studios is building the future of the blockbuster Halo series of video games with Unreal Engine. As part of Xbox Game Studios, the Halo franchise encompasses games, novels, comics, licensed collectibles, apparel, and more with a shared vision of heroism, mystery, and wonder. With multiple projects in development, join our team as we forge the next generation of games and experiences in our award-winning sci-fi universe! 

As the Chief of Staff, you’ll be the strategic right hand to the Head of Studio – driving clarity, momentum, and impact across everything we do. You’ll work closely with other studio leaders to orchestrate studio-wide initiatives, streamline decision-making, and help shape an inclusive, high-performing culture. From aligning cross-functional efforts to managing our business rhythms, you’ll be the glue that keeps our priorities moving forward and our teams thriving. 

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities 

• Run the show behind the scenes – own the studio’s rhythm of business (ROB), including leadership meetings, studio-wide meetings, project reviews, and planning cycles. 
• Be the Head of Studio’s go-to partner; serve as a trusted advisor and sounding board on everything from goals and priorities to industry trends. 
• Optimize the Head of Studio’s time, partnering with his executive administrator to curate his connections and maximize his capacity. 
• Craft compelling comms for many different audiences – from inside the studio to executive-level audiences across Microsoft Gaming leadership. You’ll make sure the right messages land with impact. 
• Own and shape the studio’s recruiting and hiring strategy, partnering with studio hiring managers and Global Talent Acquisition to recruit and hire top talent into Halo Studios. 
• Partner with HR to level up our people, leading talent development rhythms with managers and leaders and helping our managers grow and flourish in their roles. 
• Capitalize on team strengths and identify challenges, planning and leading training and other development efforts that help our teams shine. 
• Champion studio health – from culture and inclusion to team effectiveness, help us build the greatest place to make Halo games. 
• Bring clarity and focus – cut through ambiguity and help leaders prioritize and make smart decisions when things get fuzzy. 

Qualifications

Qualifications 

Required qualifications: 

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field (e.g., Liberal Arts, Business Administration, Management, Computer Science) AND 8+ years experience in financial management, business planning, operations management, strategy, project management, human resources or business-related roles
  • OR equivalent experience.
• Experience working closely with senior leaders and d