Chief of Staff to the President

Summary

Join Xsolla as Chief of Staff to the President and become a strategic advisor, operational leader, and execution partner. Drive key initiatives, manage cross-functional projects, and improve operational efficiency. Serve as a bridge between the President and senior leadership. This role demands a strategic thinker with exceptional organizational skills, strong business acumen, and industry experience. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and seamlessly navigates strategic planning and tactical execution. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s strategy, execution, and culture.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in business operations, strategic planning, project management, or a related leadership role
• Background in gaming, technology, or entertainment industries
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive executive-level initiatives
• Strong business acumen with experience in financial planning, budgeting, and performance tracking
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage complex projects, prioritize competing priorities, and navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
• Data-driven mindset with experience in business intelligence, operational reporting, and performance measurement

Responsibilities

• Own the rhythm of business (ROB): Define and drive key operational processes, leadership meetings, business reviews, and strategic initiatives
• Facilitate strategic alignment: Partner with executives to prioritize initiatives, manage key projects, and track progress on company objectives
• Optimize internal and external communications: Develop messaging, business updates, and executive briefings for internal teams, partners, and industry stakeholders
• Collaborate with department heads (e.g., Product, Engineering, Marketing, HR, Finance) to ensure alignment on company goals and execution strategies
• Oversee and prioritize the President’s agenda, ensuring focus on high-impact initiatives
• Act as a strategic thought partner to the President, providing insights, recommendations, and decision support
• Maximize executive impact: Manage leadership priorities, prepare materials for key meetings, and ensure follow-through on strategic action items
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders (Xsolla partners, industry leaders, and cross-functional teams)
• Represent the leadership team in high-level discussions and meetings as needed
• Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and operational challenges; implement solutions to enhance productivity and workflow
• Establish key performance metrics (KPIs) to track the progress of strategic initiatives and company performance
• Assist with budget planning, financial tracking, and resource allocation to maximize operational efficiency
• Lead culture-building initiatives that promote a high-performance, inclusive work environment across global teams
• Identify organizational gaps and opportunities, providing data-driven insights to improve team effectiveness

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Chief of Staff, Business Operations, or Strategy role within a growth-focused organization
• Understanding of game publishing, monetization strategies, and developer ecosystems
• Experience with OKRs, KPIs, and operational efficiency frameworks
• Fluency in Atlassian products, inclusive of Atlas, Jira and Confluence. Prior experience with Anaplan, Salesforce and Google Suite
• Strong leadership and influence skills, with the ability to work across multiple teams and drive consensus

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + bonus + benefits (based on experience)
• Remote