Chief of Staff, Data Platform + Growth

We are looking for a new Chief of Staff to lead the Data Platform + Growth (DPG) team within the Experience + Devices group.  

The DPG team has a threefold charter focused both on building products, driving strategic growth initiatives for the Experiences + Devices (E+D) group, and managing the digital experience for Microsoft’s 220K+ employees. DPG’s direct product scope spans development of Microsoft Viva and the IDEAS data platform. DPG is also home to the FastTrack organization that drives customer success and growth for our Modern Work and Security products, and to the E+D Strategy Team. Finally, Microsoft Digital is responsible for managing the company’s global information technology services including our corporate network, devices, business applications, and core infrastructure. 

Chief of Staff, Data Platform + Growth 

As a member of the leadership team, the Chief of Staff reports to the Corporate Vice President (CVP) of DPG. As the CVP’s right hand, you are accountable for day-to-day business operations execution, partnering with Finance on budgeting and planning, leadership team enablement, team communications, partnering with HR on team culture, and assisting in strategic planning for DPG. The Chief of Staff will often participate and/or lead cross-organizational strategic, planning, or operational initiatives. This individual will also be an important member of the broader E+D LT Chief of Staff community, running the overall rhythm for the E+D EVP’s Monthly Product Review (MPR). And finally, this role is also the ‘dotted line’ leader of the broader DPG business operations team, which includes 40+ professionals across business support, business program management and business management. 

In this role, you will demonstrate a mix of strategic thought leadership, sound product / business judgement, and pragmatic execution skills. You will also demonstrate collaboration and will enjoy partnering with a wide range of teams, demonstrating “One Microsoft” attitude. Being privy to very high business impact information, you  will treat sensitive data / issues with utmost confidentiality and integrity. And finally, you will demonstrate judgement, knowing when to lead and when to be in the background.  

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

Leadership team enablement and Communications  

• Partner with Executive Administrator to ensure that the CVP’s time is well managed and prioritized. 
• Oversee and support the development of oral and w