Chief of Staff, Equinix

• Experience: 12+ years in corporate strategy, business operations, management consulting, or a similar analytical leadership role
• Execution: Proven track record of managing large-scale, cross-functional initiatives in fast-paced environments
• Communication: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on executive-level storytelling
• Analytical Rigor: Strong problem-solving abilities with comfort navigating both financial data and qualitative organizational health metrics
• Project Management: Exceptional ability to drive results and maintain accountability across diverse teams without direct authority
• Platform Proficiency: Experience with enterprise technology platforms (ERPs, HCM systems, or advanced analytics tools)

Desirable

• We are seeking an exceptional Chief of Staff to partner with our Head of Corporate Functions to drive operational excellence, organizational health, and strategic alignment across our global support pillars
• This role serves as a force multiplier, translating high-level corporate vision into executable roadmaps while removing obstacles that hinder departmental efficiency
• You will work at the intersection of organizational strategy, fiscal responsibility, and human capital, creating the infrastructure necessary for our corporate teams to provide world-class support to the broader business
• This is a high-impact role for a leader who thrives in complex, multi-stakeholder environments and wants to shape the backbone of our organization
• Strategy Alignment: Partner with Corporate Function heads (HR, Finance, Legal, xScale, Digital Workplace) to develop and refine departmental strategies that align with broader enterprise goals
• Strategic Roadmaps: Translate corporate vision into actionable OKRs, quarterly plans, and long-term milestones
• Portfolio Oversight: Own the corporate initiative portfolio, tracking cross-functional investments, resource allocation, and progress against key milestones
• Planning Cycles: Lead annual and quarterly planning cycles and facilitate high-stakes strategy review sessions
• Operating Rhythms: Design and continuously improve the "heartbeat" of corporate functions, including leadership team meetings, decision-making forums, and performance reviews
• Process Scaling: Identify inefficiencies in cross-departmental workflows and implement scalable solutions to reduce friction
• Performance Metrics: Build and maintain dashboards and reporting mechanisms to provide visibility into the health and performance of corporate teams
• Governance: Establish and maintain governance frameworks to ensure compliance and consistency across initiatives
• Trusted Advisor: Serve as a confidential sounding board and thought partner for the Head of Corporate Functions on complex organizational challenges
• Executive Coaching: Provide coaching support to functional leads, helping them prepare for board presentations and significant stakeholder engagements
• Growth Facilitation: Facilitate team reflection and learning to identify organizational blind spots and professional growth opportunities
• CoS Community: Partner with other Chiefs of Staff across the organization to share best practices and ensure cross-functional consistency
• Executive Briefings: Prepare board materials, leadership presentations, and briefings that synthesize complex data into clear insights
• Internal Comms: Manage internal communications to ensure transparency and alignment across all corporate function employees
• Proxy Representation: Represent the Head of Corporate Functions in key meetings and forums to maintain momentum on critical projects
• Relationship Building: Develop strong ties with stakeholders at all levels to influence outcomes without direct authority