Sr. Director Chief of Staff to the CPO

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What We’re Looking For:
2U is seeking a Senior Director, Chief of Staff to the CPO. The individual will provide direct support to our Chief People Officer (CPO) as part of her leadership team. The role will be responsible for project management, operational support, and planning in support of the CPO’s priorities and initiatives and will have a high level of exposure across the team and with executive leadership, including the CEO, CFO, COO and Chief Legal Officer.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:
Project Management/Operations
Manage and coordinate a variety of priorities and projects on time and on budget, as assigned by the CPO. Including, but not limited to, the edX integration, IMS project, HRIS systems improvements and reporting as well as annual people lifecycle processes (e.g., performance management, learning and development, etc.)
Support projects led by others on the people team to ensure they remain in line with the CPO’s priorities, broader team goals and are delivered on time and on budget. Examples of projects include IMS, systems/reporting alignment with finance and continued evolution of the HR organization structure allowing for excellent service delivery by COEs and Business Partners.
Identify initiatives or projects that need additional support or are not tracking as they should be and proactively problem solve.
Ensure proper reporting and operational dashboards are in place to track and measure progress for all relevant initiatives. This will include evaluating all current reporting and tracking systems to ensure they are meeting the needs of the team and broader organization, as well as creating new reporting and tracking solutions from scratch, where needed.
Coordinate across HR to execute planning, projects and budget for 2022.
Work closely with the CPO to ensure consistent and clear communication to team members and to set agendas for leadership and all-hands meetings.
Collaborate with a diverse set of leaders and stakeholders throughout the business to deliver upon the CPO/people team’s goals.
Communications
Support development of communications and presentations on behalf of the CPO, often in partnership with the corporate communications team. Types of content or presentations include decks for team-wide meetings, content for exec and leadership calls, materials for quarterly board of directors updates and committee meetings, etc.
Ensure the CPO’s priorities are effectively communicated to the appropriate stakeholders.
Budget
Manage the monthly and yearly budget process including accruals, budget management, resource allocation and planning.
Executive Briefings/Follow-Up
In partnership with the CPO’s executive assistant, ensure the CPO is briefed and well-prepared for all events, projects and meetings and the appropriate expectations are set.
Identify any action items or outstanding issues from meetings or events and ensure a plan is in place for their completion.
Things That Should Be In Your Background:
7-10 years work experience
Experience working in fast-moving, global matrix organization
Experience in project management, communications, and/or change management
Ability to work in both team and individual contributor settings
Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and tasks concurrently
Ability to independently communicate and report initiative, and project status to corporate executives
Strong problem solving skills
Strong work ethic with a “can do” positive attitude
Authentic focus on the importance of people and culture
Solid organizational skills with a laser-focused eye for detail
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Flexible and able to multitask, switch priorities as needed within a collaborative environment
A desire to remain and grow in this role for at least two years
About 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU)
2U is comprised of 3 lines of business: Graduate Degree Programs, Short Course, and Boot Camps. Going beyond traditional learning management systems, we use tech, people, and data to help top universities and enterprise organizations transform in the digital era—and eliminate the back row in higher ed. We support lifelong learning which means thinking beyond a single degree. It means finding ways for students to gain the skills they need to change careers, evolve their expertise, and meet the challenges of the changing world head-on. We help our partners fill those needs—developing new digital education technologies and offerings capable of supporting students at different points in their lives. Whether they need a simple refresher, to learn something new, or to change their career trajectories completely, our partners are there to help them succeed. Together with our partners, 2U has positively transformed the lives of more than 275,000 students and lifelong learners.
2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At 2U, we are committed to creating and sustaining a culture that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities of our employees. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by the ways in which we are different, as well as the ways in which we are the same.
Benefits & Culture
Working at 2U means working with individuals that are passionate and mission driven. We collaborate on tough problems to deliver the best outcomes for our partners, students, and each other. You will find team members working together in our open office spaces, gathered in the kitchen grabbing a snack, or taking a break in our game rooms.
2U offers a comprehensive benefits package:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance, disability and 401(k)
Unlimited snacks and drinks
Generous paid leave policies including unlimited PTO
Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break
To learn more, visit 2U.com. #NoBackRow
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay.

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