Chief of Staff and Business Operations Lead integrating corporate strategy and operations at Nokia. Driving execution and alignment across corporate development initiatives and leadership.
Responsibilities
Act as a trusted advisor to the CCDO, helping translate strategic vision into clear priorities, operating plans, and measurable outcomes
Drive follow-through on key strategic initiatives, including M&A transactions, strategic evaluations and partnerships, ensuring accountability, progress tracking, and timely escalation of risks
Own selected strategic initiatives in place of CCDO
Prepare the CCDO for executive forums, Board-level discussions, and external engagements with concise insights, decision briefs, and narratives
Own the operating cadence for the Corporate Strategy organization (OKRs, quarterly planning, performance reviews, leadership offsites)
Establish and continuously improve processes that enable efficient decision-making and execution across the team
Track KPIs, strategic milestones, and portfolio health; synthesize insights for leadership review
Serve as the connective tissue between Corporate Development and key stakeholders (Finance, Legal, Product, Business Groups, HR)
Develop high-quality executive materials, including strategy decks, leadership updates, and Board-ready content
Requirements
15+ years of experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, business operations, investment, or a related field
Strong understanding of corporate development, strategy, and executive-level decision processes
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and synthesis skills
Proven ability to influence without authority and operate effectively in complex, matrixed organizations
Executive-level written and verbal communication skills
High degree of discretion, judgment, and ownership.
Benefits
Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
Health and dental benefits
Short-term disability, and long-term disability
Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Assistance Plan
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program
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