Director, Chief of Staff - Enterprise Finance Planning

Lumen is the trusted network for the AI‑powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high‑performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities. At Lumen, you’ll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what’s next, where performance, security, and resilience matter. This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you’re ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI‑ready connectivity, join us today. The Role 
 The Director, Chief of Staff serves as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to the SVP, Enterprise Finance Planning, helping translate strategic priorities into enterprise execution. This role acts as an extension of the SVP and operates at the center of Finance, Product, Sales, Technology, Operations, and Corporate Functions to drive alignment, accountability, governance, and business outcomes across the organization's most critical initiatives.Unlike traditional Chief of Staff roles focused primarily on communications or administrative coordination, this position is responsible for driving enterprise-wide transformation efforts, improving business processes, establishing governance frameworks, facilitating cross-functional decision-making, and ensuring strategic initiatives achieve measurable results. The ideal candidate thrives in highly ambiguous, fast-paced environments and has a demonstrated ability to influence across executive teams, build scalable operating mechanisms, and lead complex initiatives where success depends on coordination across multiple organizations. Key Responsibilities 
 Strategic Partnership & Executive Advisory Serve as a trusted advisor to the SVP Enterprise Finance Planning on strategic priorities, organizational challenges, and enterprise initiatives. Help translate business objectives into actionable plans with clear accountability and measurable outcomes. Provide independent perspectives and challenge assumptions to improve decision quality. Support executive decision-making through structured problem solving, business case development, and strategic analysis. Act as an extension of leadership in cross-functional forums, driving alignment and execution across the organization.   Cross-Functional Leadership & Enterprise Execution Lead strategic initiatives that span Product, Sales, Technology, Operations, Finance, and Corporate Functions. Act as the central integration point across stakeholders to drive clarity, alignment, and execution. Facilitate decisions across organizations where responsibilities, priorities, or objectives may converge. Drive accountability and follow-through on key enterprise commitments and strategic initiatives. Identify risks, dependencies, and execution barriers and proactively drive resolution.   Business Transformation & Process Excellence Lead initiatives focused on simplification, operational efficiency, and scalable business processes. Drive process redesign efforts across functions to eliminate inefficiencies, reduce friction, and improve organizational effectiveness. Establish sustainable operating mechanisms that improve consistency, speed, accountability, and business outcomes. Identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and modernization of business processes. Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance organizational performance and execution.   Governance, Policy & Operating Model Development Lead development and implementation of governance frameworks, decision-making models, and operating principles supporting strategic initiatives. Design and maintain business policies, operating procedures, and accountability frameworks that