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 Senior Lead, AGT Transformation Initiatives is a high-impact individual contributor role focused on driving critical initiatives from early concept through structured execution.This role operates at the center of AGT’s most strategic priorities—partnering directly with senior executives to bring clarity to ambiguity, shape direction, and accelerate execution of high-visibility initiatives.Unlike traditional program or project management roles, this position is designed for a strategic operatorr who can connect the dots across teams, rapidly assess priorities, and turn loosely defined ideas into actionable paths forward.You will play a pivotal role in triaging emerging priorities, structuring complex problems, and enabling leadership decisions, while ensuring initiatives gain momentum and deliver impact.
The Main Responsibilities
Initiative Triage & Acceleration
Serve as a central point for intake, triage, and prioritization of high-impact AGT initiatives
Rapidly assess initiative scope, dependencies, and feasibility to move efforts from concept to structured execution
Identify gaps, risks, and blockers early—driving clarity on next steps and ownership
Establish initial frameworks, hypotheses, and success criteria to guide execution
Strategic Problem Solving & Structuring
Break down ambiguous, complex topics into clear problem statements, workstreams, and execution paths
Develop actionable roadmaps and phased approaches for initiatives lacking defined structure
Connect inputs across stakeholders, teams, and data points to form cohesive strategies and recommendations
Translate evolving leadership priorities into aligned, executable actions
Executive Engagement & Influence
Partner closely with senior AGT and Transformation Office leaders as a trusted thought partner
Develop and deliver clear, compelling executive-ready materials that drive alignment and decisions
Facilitate discussions with cross-functional leaders to align on direction, tradeoffs, and outcomes
Operate effectively in high-visibility forums with shifting priorities and tight timelines
Execution Enablement
Help transition initiatives into execution by establishing clear ownership, milestones, and operating structure
Ensure sustained momentum by tracking progress, surfacing issues, and driving accountability where needed
Support special projects requiring hands-on leadership, rapid mobilization, and cross-functional coordination
Transformation & Continuous Improvement
Identify patterns across initiatives to improve how AGT intakes, prioritizes, and executes strategic work
Contribute to building scalable approaches for initiative management, triage, and execution discipline
Bring a continuous improvement mindset to enhance speed, clarity, and impact across transformation efforts
What We Look For in a Candidate
Required Qualifications
10+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, transformation, operations, or similar roles
Previous chief of staff experience with a top 500 company at a senior leadership level
Proven track record of leading or enabling high-visibility, cross-functional initiatives
Experience working directly with senior executives or C-suite stakeholders
Exceptional ability to operate in ambiguity and drive clarity without defined structure
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities, with a bias toward action
Outstanding communication and storytelling skills, with ability to influence senior audiences
Demonstrated ability to connect disparate inputs into cohesive strategies and execution plans
High degree of ownership, adaptability, and resilience in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in enterprise transformation, go-to-market organizations, or large-scale change initiatives
Background in consulting or roles requiring rapid structuring and executive advisory
Experience working in global or highly matrixed organizations
Familiarity with telecom, technology, or digital transformation environments
Compensation
| This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Location Based Pay Ranges $105,786 - $141,047 in these states: AL AR AZ FL GA IA ID IN KS KY LA ME MO MS MT ND NE NM OH OK PA SC SD TN UT VT WI WV WY $111,074 - $148,099 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI $116,364 - $155,152 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process. |
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Life at Lumen
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