Director, Chief of Staff, Marketing

Zelis • Morristown, TN

18h • Hybrid

About The Position

Zelis is seeking a dynamic and strategic Chief of Staff to support our Chief Marketing Officer and Marketing leadership team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional strategic acumen, cross functional skills, and a proven ability to drive team and Enterprise-wide initiatives. This role demands a proactive individual who can manage multiple priorities and drive visibility across various functions.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of experience with a track record of driving business growth and operational excellence.
• Experience working with Marketing teams strongly preferred.
• Exceptional executive storytelling and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Ability to translate topics and business priorities for diverse audiences in ways that build empathy, clarity, and excitement.
• Proven project ‑ management capability, including managing multiple high ‑ priority initiatives, owning timelines, and building effective workback schedules.
• Strong ability to drive accountability—setting, communicating, and enforcing deadlines with stakeholders, including senior leaders.
• Exceptional analytical and problem ‑ solving skills, with a strategic mindset and attention to detail.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
• Ability to thrive in a fast ‑ paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Please note at this time we are unable to proceed with candidates who require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to the CMO and marketing leadership, aligning priorities, tracking critical initiatives, and strengthening cross ‑ team connectivity around a shared vision .
• Break down complex marketing topics and synthesize inputs into clear, insight ‑ rich , succinct narratives that inform, influence, and inspire audiences at all levels.
• Translate those narratives into compelling, executive ‑ ready presentations for the CMO, from quarterly goal updates for senior leaders and investors to ad ‑ hoc communications across the organization .
• Elevate awareness and understanding of Marketing initiatives through proactive stakeholder engagement and clear, “so ‑ what ” ‑ driven communications across the organization .
• Synthesize deliverable s for quarterly business rhythms and monthly marketing-wide business reviews, translating team inputs into concise, compelling insights for executive audiences .
• Co-develop and refine ongoing success metrics and KPIs across annual planning efforts ( MITs) and ongoing indicators of team and business health .
• Support talent management and development initiatives , including marketing-wide Town Halls on ‑ site gatherings, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement .

Benefits

• Zelis’ full-time associates are eligible for a highly competitive benefits package as well, which demonstrates our commitment to our employees’ health, well-being, and financial protection.
• The US-based benefits include a 401k plan with employer match, flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leaves, life and disability insurance, and health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed