Xero is a global small business platform with 3.5 million subscribers which includes a core accounting solution, payroll, workforce management, expenses and projects. Xero also has an extensive ecosystem of connected apps and connections to banks and other financial institutions helping small businesses access a range of solutions from within Xero’s open platform to help them run their business and manage their finances. For four consecutive years (2020-2023) Xero was included in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index. In 2021 and 2022, Xero was included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), powered by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment. Xero is a FIFA Women’s Football partner.

Technology

Xero

Global small business platform connected to accountants, bookkeepers, banks & an ecosystem of apps & financial services.

You need design experience, skills in Adobe Creative Cloud, a bonus with Figma, a creative approach, strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities. 

You will create compelling designs for marketing campaigns, collaborate with teams across locations, refine ideas, and uphold high creative standards while building relationships within the organization.

Marketing

Design

London

<div><div><div><b>How you&rsquo;ll make an impact</b></div><div></div><div><br>
You&rsquo;ll work in our internal creative team with marketing teams to connect to our customers,</div><div>
potential customers and partners with great design and concepts. You&rsquo;ll be a key part of a team that constantly applies fresh thinking and creative solutions to marketing challenges.</div></div><br>
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What you&rsquo;ll do</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li><b>
Creative</b> &ndash; You&rsquo;ll be generating ideas that are expressed visually and in the experiences we offer people. You&rsquo;ll be comfortable working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to refine ideas and to communicate ideas to others.</li><li><b>
Craft</b> &ndash; You&rsquo;re versed in creative and digital design techniques. You&rsquo;ll be crafting campaigns and communications for digital channels, print, and outdoor advertising.</li><li><b>
Collaborate</b> &ndash; We&rsquo;re a global creative team, so you&rsquo;ll need to work collaboratively across our Melbourne, London, and Wellington teams. You&rsquo;ll have a role in maintaining and extending excellent relationships with Xero colleagues throughout the organization.</li><li><b>
Make us better </b>&ndash; Contribute to improving the way we do things around here. Working closely with our senior designers, copywriters and our Creative Leaders to drive Xero&rsquo;s high creative standards.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><br>
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What you&rsquo;ll bring with you</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Proven experience in a design, conceptual or marketing environment (agency of in-house team)</li><li>
Confidence in bringing your ideas to life with Adobe Creative Cloud products (Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop)</li><li>
A knowledge of Figma is a bonus</li><li>
A basic understanding of developing a conceptual creative idea and bringing it to life through design and art direction</li><li>
A great work ethic, willingness to learn and ability to collaborate and excel in a team environment with producers, copywriters, designers, and internal clients</li><li>
A creative, innovative and results focused approach</li><li>
An excellent communicator and problem solver who can take a logical, analytical and user-focused approach</li></ul></li></ul></div></div></div><div></div>

How you’ll make an impact
You’ll work in our internal creative team with marketing teams to connect to our customers,
potential customers and partners with great design and concepts. You’ll be a key part of a team that constantly applies fresh thinking and creative solutions to marketing challenges.


What you’ll do
Creative – You’ll be generating ideas that are expressed visually and in the experiences we offer people. You’ll be comfortable working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to refine ideas and to communicate ideas to others.
Craft – You’re versed in creative and digital design techniques. You’ll be crafting campaigns and communications for digital channels, print, and outdoor advertising.
Collaborate – We’re a global creative team, so you’ll need to work collaboratively across our Melbourne, London, and Wellington teams. You’ll have a role in maintaining and extending excellent relationships with Xero colleagues throughout the organization.
Make us better – Contribute to improving the way we do things around here. Working closely with our senior designers, copywriters and our Creative Leaders to drive Xero’s high creative standards.


What you’ll bring with you
Proven experience in a design, conceptual or marketing environment (agency of in-house team)
Confidence in bringing your ideas to life with Adobe Creative Cloud products (Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop)
A knowledge of Figma is a bonus
A basic understanding of developing a conceptual creative idea and bringing it to life through design and art direction
A great work ethic, willingness to learn and ability to collaborate and excel in a team environment with producers, copywriters, designers, and internal clients
A creative, innovative and results focused approach
An excellent communicator and problem solver who can take a logical, analytical and user-focused approach

Designer, UK - Xero

Designer, UK

You must design meaningful experiences, collaborate with teams, conduct research, create prototypes, ensure accessibility, and communicate effectively to solve customer problems.

You will collaborate with design and cross-functional teams to define problems, create user-centered solutions, conduct research, develop prototypes, and ensure high-quality product experiences.

Product

<div><div><div><b>Our Purpose</b></div><div>
At Xero, we&rsquo;re here to help you supercharge your business. We do this by automating routine tasks, surfacing actionable insights and connecting businesses with the right data, advisors and apps. When that happens, we&rsquo;re not only making life better for small business, we&rsquo;ll be building a stronger economy that can change the world.</div><div></div><div><br>
At Xero, we&rsquo;re here to make running a business beautiful. By making small businesses more efficienctly</div><div>
every day, connecting them with big business technology and empowering a community behind them,</div><div>
their potential is limitless. When that happens, we&rsquo;re not only helping small businesses, we&rsquo;ll</div><div>
building a stronger economy that can change the world.</div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How You'll Make Impact</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Senior Product Designers at Xero are responsible for designing beautiful, enabling and meaningful experiences that solve genuine customer problems. As a seasoned designer you&rsquo;ll work closely with Product and Technology on mid-large scale projects within a product area of a portfolio.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What You'll Do:
</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>Design practice and thinking</li><li>
Work with the Design Director, Lead and/or Principal Designer within your portfolio and product area</li><li>
to understand the Product Design vision and direction and ensure consistency and quality of</li><li>
execution within your product design delivery.</li><li>
Promote the value of design and collaborative practice across spheres of influence and</li><li>
participation</li><li>
Conduct desk research including domain and competitor analysis, interaction/design trends and 'best of' examples</li><li>
Analyse relevant considerations such as research insights (when not directly involved), product strategy and roadmaps, technical environment and constraints</li><li>
Contribute to the definition and articulation of &lsquo;the problem&rsquo; &ndash; challenging assumptions a 'pre-set' thinking around solutions, agreeing the purpose, principles and vision</li><li>
Create frameworks (read wireframes low/high-fi, visual frameworks, content/data models etc) which articulate the components, journeys and elements required to solve 'the problem'</li><li>
Explore ideal future concepts and identify new interaction solutions and patterns that meet customer needs in a better way</li><li>
Develop phased design solutions that bridge the gap between a future state and current patterns, XUI design system and other relevant constraints and considerations</li><li>
Create prototypes which tangibly demonstrate a proposed concept or solution</li><li>
Collaborate with other designers to test ideas, share challenges, provide feedback and build quality in your practice</li><li>
Collaborate with content designers to ensure content within an experience is consistent, 'fit for purpose' and meets customer needs</li><li>
Design for accessible inclusive experiences that meet or exceed best practice and all internal standards</li><li>
Develop detailed interactions and interfaces which are smart and contextually relevant</li><li>
Present and communicate design work to a range of different audience</li><li>
Create effective handover materials which clearly communicate how the design should and behave throughout interaction flows and journeys (e.g. User flow diagrams, design specifications, experience/interaction specifications etc)</li><li>
Contribute to identifying research opportunities, planning and undertaking research and testing relevant to your product area.</li><li>
Participate in generative user research to understand customer underlying goals, needs, behaviours and pain points (where necessary)</li><li>
Participate in the synthesis of research data, drawing out and articulation of insights</li><li>
Participate or where necessary conduct user testing in conjunction with the</li><li>
Influence, challenge and support other designers within your product area to deliver high quality product experiences.</li><li>
Work with your Product Design Director to contribute towards strategic product initiatives</li><li>
Facilitate cross functional team workshops &ndash; to bring everyone together at key points in the process and around key decisions</li><li>
Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure proposed solutions balance user needs, business strategy and technical constraints</li><li>
Collaborate with development teams during sprints to provide design QA and problem solve issues as they arise</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What Success Looks like:
</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>You&rsquo;re delivering great product design</li><li>
You&rsquo;re respected by your peers, the design team, and Product leader</li><li>
You&rsquo;re delivering on schedule against agreed deadlines, to the highest quality standard</li><li>
You&rsquo;re creating inspiring and innovative solutions to meet customer and business problems</li><li>
You&rsquo;re collaborating and communicating well with your Xero colleagues, especially Design</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><b>Why Xero?</b></div><div>
Offering very generous paid leave to use however you&rsquo;d like (plus statutory holidays!), dedicated paid leave to care for your physical and mental wellbeing as well as an Employee Assistance Program to access mental health care for you and your family, private medical insurance, gym passes, employee resource groups, 26 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers, an Employee Share Plan, beautiful offices, flexible working, and many other benefits that reflect our human value, you&rsquo;ll do the best work of your life at Xero.</div><div></div><div><i><br>
Research has shown that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single competency or experience . If you are excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be just the right person for this role and Xero. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application and throughout the interview process.</i></div></div></div>

Our Purpose
At Xero, we’re here to help you supercharge your business. We do this by automating routine tasks, surfacing actionable insights and connecting businesses with the right data, advisors and apps. When that happens, we’re not only making life better for small business, we’ll be building a stronger economy that can change the world.
At Xero, we’re here to make running a business beautiful. By making small businesses more efficienctly
every day, connecting them with big business technology and empowering a community behind them,
their potential is limitless. When that happens, we’re not only helping small businesses, we’ll
building a stronger economy that can change the world.
How You'll Make Impact
Senior Product Designers at Xero are responsible for designing beautiful, enabling and meaningful experiences that solve genuine customer problems. As a seasoned designer you’ll work closely with Product and Technology on mid-large scale projects within a product area of a portfolio.
What You'll Do:
Design practice and thinking
Work with the Design Director, Lead and/or Principal Designer within your portfolio and product area
to understand the Product Design vision and direction and ensure consistency and quality of
execution within your product design delivery.
Promote the value of design and collaborative practice across spheres of influence and
participation
Conduct desk research including domain and competitor analysis, interaction/design trends and 'best of' examples
Analyse relevant considerations such as research insights (when not directly involved), product strategy and roadmaps, technical environment and constraints
Contribute to the definition and articulation of ‘the problem’ – challenging assumptions a 'pre-set' thinking around solutions, agreeing the purpose, principles and vision
Create frameworks (read wireframes low/high-fi, visual frameworks, content/data models etc) which articulate the components, journeys and elements required to solve 'the problem'
Explore ideal future concepts and identify new interaction solutions and patterns that meet customer needs in a better way
Develop phased design solutions that bridge the gap between a future state and current patterns, XUI design system and other relevant constraints and considerations
Create prototypes which tangibly demonstrate a proposed concept or solution
Collaborate with other designers to test ideas, share challenges, provide feedback and build quality in your practice
Collaborate with content designers to ensure content within an experience is consistent, 'fit for purpose' and meets customer needs
Design for accessible inclusive experiences that meet or exceed best practice and all internal standards
Develop detailed interactions and interfaces which are smart and contextually relevant
Present and communicate design work to a range of different audience
Create effective handover materials which clearly communicate how the design should and behave throughout interaction flows and journeys (e.g. User flow diagrams, design specifications, experience/interaction specifications etc)
Contribute to identifying research opportunities, planning and undertaking research and testing relevant to your product area.
Participate in generative user research to understand customer underlying goals, needs, behaviours and pain points (where necessary)
Participate in the synthesis of research data, drawing out and articulation of insights
Participate or where necessary conduct user testing in conjunction with the
Influence, challenge and support other designers within your product area to deliver high quality product experiences.
Work with your Product Design Director to contribute towards strategic product initiatives
Facilitate cross functional team workshops – to bring everyone together at key points in the process and around key decisions
Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure proposed solutions balance user needs, business strategy and technical constraints
Collaborate with development teams during sprints to provide design QA and problem solve issues as they arise
What Success Looks like:
You’re delivering great product design
You’re respected by your peers, the design team, and Product leader
You’re delivering on schedule against agreed deadlines, to the highest quality standard
You’re creating inspiring and innovative solutions to meet customer and business problems
You’re collaborating and communicating well with your Xero colleagues, especially Design
Why Xero?
Offering very generous paid leave to use however you’d like (plus statutory holidays!), dedicated paid leave to care for your physical and mental wellbeing as well as an Employee Assistance Program to access mental health care for you and your family, private medical insurance, gym passes, employee resource groups, 26 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers, an Employee Share Plan, beautiful offices, flexible working, and many other benefits that reflect our human value, you’ll do the best work of your life at Xero.
Research has shown that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single competency or experience . If you are excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be just the right person for this role and Xero. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application and throughout the interview process.

Senior Product Designer - Xero

Senior Product Designer

You need 3+ years in office administration or event coordination, familiarity with tools like Slack and Jira, a proactive mindset, strong communication skills, and a customer-focused approach.

You will create inspiring workspaces, plan engaging events, manage office functions and vendor contracts, analyze data for improvements, and assist employees with workplace needs.

Customer Relations

People, HR & Administration

Melbourne

<div><div><div>Xero is a beautiful, easy-to-use platform that helps small businesses and their accounting and bookkeeping advisors grow and thrive.</div><div></div><div><br>
At Xero, our purpose is to make life better for people in small business, their advisors, and communities around the world. This purpose sits at the centre of everything we do. We support our people to do the best work of their lives so that they can help small businesses succeed through better tools, information and connections. Because when they succeed they make a difference, and when millions of small businesses are making a difference, the world is a more beautiful place.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
About the team</b></div><div></div><div><br>
The Workplace Experience team is dedicated to crafting exceptional experiences for Xero's people, ensuring every interaction reflects Xero's values. As a collaborative group, the team works on projects ranging from cultural initiatives and workflow enhancements to event management, all while maintaining an environment that prioritizes innovation, wellbeing, and connection.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
About the role</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
This role is in-office 5 days a week.</b></div><div>
The Workplace Experience Coordinator is integral to fostering exceptional workplace experiences at Xero. This role ensures the office operates seamlessly and embodies the high standards Xero is renowned for, supporting employees and visitors alike. From coordinating events to maintaining vibrant and functional office spaces, the role is dynamic, focusing on creating environments that inspire and enable staff to deliver beautiful outcomes.</div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What you&rsquo;ll do:</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Create and maintain inspiring and functional workspaces, and provide top-notch customer service to all Xeros</li><li>
Plan and execute a variety of events and initiatives that enhance employee engagement and satisfaction</li><li>
Oversee daily office functions, optimizing space utilization and managing vendor contracts</li><li>
Utilize data analytics to identify opportunities for improvement and implement strategies to optimize workplace experiences</li><li>
Work closely with various teams to ensure alignment of workplace initiatives with company goals</li><li>
Assist Xero employees in the region with various workplace-related needs, such as travel arrangements and tool utilization</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What you&rsquo;ll bring to the table:</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Minimum three years of hands-on experience in a corporate office administration or event coordination role</li><li>
Experience with workplace tools and systems, including ticketing systems and collaboration platforms (e.g., Slack, Jira) is preferred</li><li>
A proactive and collaborative team player who can work both independently and within a team environment</li><li>
A self-starter who is passionate on driving continuous improvement</li><li>
A customer-focused mindset and effective stakeholder management and communication skills</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><b>This role is in-office 5 days a week.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Why Xero?</b></div><div>
Offering very generous paid leave to use however you&rsquo;d like (plus statutory holidays!), dedicated paid leave to care for your physical and mental wellbeing as well as an Employee Assistance Program to access mental health care for you and your family, health insurance, life insurance, and income protection, wellbeing and sports programmes, employee resource groups, 26 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers, an Employee Share Plan, beautiful offices, flexible working, career development, and many other benefits that reflect our human value, you&rsquo;ll do the best work of your life at Xero.</div></div></div>

Xero is a beautiful, easy-to-use platform that helps small businesses and their accounting and bookkeeping advisors grow and thrive.
At Xero, our purpose is to make life better for people in small business, their advisors, and communities around the world. This purpose sits at the centre of everything we do. We support our people to do the best work of their lives so that they can help small businesses succeed through better tools, information and connections. Because when they succeed they make a difference, and when millions of small businesses are making a difference, the world is a more beautiful place.
About the team
The Workplace Experience team is dedicated to crafting exceptional experiences for Xero's people, ensuring every interaction reflects Xero's values. As a collaborative group, the team works on projects ranging from cultural initiatives and workflow enhancements to event management, all while maintaining an environment that prioritizes innovation, wellbeing, and connection.
About the role
This role is in-office 5 days a week.
The Workplace Experience Coordinator is integral to fostering exceptional workplace experiences at Xero. This role ensures the office operates seamlessly and embodies the high standards Xero is renowned for, supporting employees and visitors alike. From coordinating events to maintaining vibrant and functional office spaces, the role is dynamic, focusing on creating environments that inspire and enable staff to deliver beautiful outcomes.
What you’ll do:
Create and maintain inspiring and functional workspaces, and provide top-notch customer service to all Xeros
Plan and execute a variety of events and initiatives that enhance employee engagement and satisfaction
Oversee daily office functions, optimizing space utilization and managing vendor contracts
Utilize data analytics to identify opportunities for improvement and implement strategies to optimize workplace experiences
Work closely with various teams to ensure alignment of workplace initiatives with company goals
Assist Xero employees in the region with various workplace-related needs, such as travel arrangements and tool utilization
What you’ll bring to the table:
Minimum three years of hands-on experience in a corporate office administration or event coordination role
Experience with workplace tools and systems, including ticketing systems and collaboration platforms (e.g., Slack, Jira) is preferred
A proactive and collaborative team player who can work both independently and within a team environment
A self-starter who is passionate on driving continuous improvement
A customer-focused mindset and effective stakeholder management and communication skills
This role is in-office 5 days a week.
Why Xero?
Offering very generous paid leave to use however you’d like (plus statutory holidays!), dedicated paid leave to care for your physical and mental wellbeing as well as an Employee Assistance Program to access mental health care for you and your family, health insurance, life insurance, and income protection, wellbeing and sports programmes, employee resource groups, 26 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers, an Employee Share Plan, beautiful offices, flexible working, career development, and many other benefits that reflect our human value, you’ll do the best work of your life at Xero.

Workplace Experience Coordinator (12-month Fixed Term Contract) - Xero

Workplace Experience Coordinator (12-month Fixed Term Contract)

You need 3-6 years in sustainability, experience in procurement, skills in data analysis and communication, and a passion for driving positive environmental impact.

You will engage suppliers on emissions reductions, analyze data, support target setting, incorporate sustainability in procurement, monitor progress, and foster cross-functional collaboration.

Sustainability

<div><div><div>Xero is a beautiful, easy-to-use platform that helps small businesses and their accounting and bookkeeping advisors grow and thrive.</div><div></div><div><br>
At Xero, our purpose is to make life better for people in small business, their advisors, and communities around the world. This purpose sits at the centre of everything we do. We support our people to do the best work of their lives so that they can help small businesses succeed through better tools, information and connections. Because when they succeed they make a difference, and when millions of small businesses are making a difference, the world is a more beautiful place.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
2- year Fixed Term Contract</b></div><div></div><div><br>
The purpose of this new role in the procurement team is to actively engage with Xero&rsquo;s global supplier base to drive emissions reductions in line with our ambitious emissions reduction targets.</div><div></div><div><br>
You will play a pivotal role in achieving Xero's commitment to reduce scope 3 emissions by 35% by 2034 and you will work very closely with Xero&rsquo;s Sustainability &amp; Impact team and other key stakeholders across the organisation. Your expertise in supplier engagement, and sustainability initiatives will be essential in fostering collaboration and achieving tangible results.</div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What you&rsquo;ll do:</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Develop and implement a comprehensive supplier engagement strategy to educate and motivate suppliers to set and achieve emissions reductions targets in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This should include identifying key suppliers, establishing communication channels, and designing targeted initiatives to foster collaboration and drive emissions reductions.</li><li>
Collaborate with suppliers to collect and analyse emissions data - provide guidance on measurement methodologies, identify reduction opportunities, and support suppliers in setting and achieving science-based targets.</li><li>
Drive and support targeted suppliers in setting their own emissions reduction targets, aligned with Xero's emissions reduction strategy and targets.</li><li>
Support the Xero Procurement team in embedding sustainability into procurement processes. This includes incorporating environmental performance criteria into our Request for Proposal (RFP) and evaluation processes, focused on suppliers&rsquo; carbon footprint, reduction targets, and commitment to sustainability.</li><li>
Utilise available sustainability platform technology to streamline supplier assessments: efficiently assess and track supplier sustainability performance, identify improvement opportunities, and facilitate collaboration on carbon reduction initiatives.</li><li>
Provide ongoing support and guidance to suppliers in implementing emissions reduction strategies, including access to resources and best practices.</li><li>
Closely monitor and track supplier emissions reductions and targets, to ensure alignment with Xero's emissions reduction targets, ensuring accountability and transparency. Regularly report on progress to a varied group of stakeholders, including in Procurement, Sustainability &amp; Impact, communications, senior management, the Xero board and others.</li><li>
Identify and engage with key stakeholders within Xero to promote supplier decarbonisation efforts and foster cross-functional collaboration, providing guidance on how to incorporate sustainability considerations into their decision-making processes.</li><li>
Stay informed about emerging trends and best practices in supplier decarbonisation and sustainability.</li><li>
Proactively understand and manage risks as they relate to your role.</li><li>
Proactively understand and manage compliance and regulatory obligations for your areas of responsibility.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What you&rsquo;ll bring with you:</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li><b>
Experience:</b></li><li>
3-6 years of experience in sustainability, carbon management, or a related field</li><li>
Has ideally been part of, or worked closely with, procurement teams and has experience in supplier engagement and collaboration</li><li>
Knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks and standards is ideal but not required</li><li>
Experience in creating business documentation including presentation material is highly desirable</li><li>
Exposure to a broad range of software tools and technologies supporting procurement is highly desirable</li><li>
Degree in Environmental Sciences, Engineering or Business is desirable</li><li>
Basic understanding of carbon accounting is welcome</li><li><b>
Critical competencies:</b></li><li>
Strong understanding of emissions reduction strategies, and sustainability principles</li><li>
Drive and positive enthusiasm to maximise stakeholder engagement</li><li>
Commercial acumen, experienced in building strong relationships with suppliers</li><li>
Proven organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.</li><li>
Well organised, able to plan work flow and stick to deadlines</li><li>
Data-driven and analytical, with the ability to collect, analyse, and interpret emissions data.</li><li>
Passionate about sustainability and driving positive environmental impact</li><li>
Entrepreneurial flair, innovative, agile and collaborative.</li><li>
Superb communication skills and ability to positively influence both internal</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><b>Why Xero?</b></div><div>
Offering very generous paid leave to use however you&rsquo;d like (plus statutory holidays!), dedicated paid leave to care for your physical and mental wellbeing as well as an Employee Assistance Program to access mental health care for you and your family, health insurance, life insurance, and income protection, wellbeing and sports programmes, employee resource groups, 26 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers, an Employee Share Plan, beautiful offices, flexible working, career development, and many other benefits that reflect our human value, you&rsquo;ll do the best work of your life at Xero.</div></div></div>

Xero is a beautiful, easy-to-use platform that helps small businesses and their accounting and bookkeeping advisors grow and thrive.
At Xero, our purpose is to make life better for people in small business, their advisors, and communities around the world. This purpose sits at the centre of everything we do. We support our people to do the best work of their lives so that they can help small businesses succeed through better tools, information and connections. Because when they succeed they make a difference, and when millions of small businesses are making a difference, the world is a more beautiful place.
2- year Fixed Term Contract
The purpose of this new role in the procurement team is to actively engage with Xero’s global supplier base to drive emissions reductions in line with our ambitious emissions reduction targets.
You will play a pivotal role in achieving Xero's commitment to reduce scope 3 emissions by 35% by 2034 and you will work very closely with Xero’s Sustainability & Impact team and other key stakeholders across the organisation. Your expertise in supplier engagement, and sustainability initiatives will be essential in fostering collaboration and achieving tangible results.
What you’ll do:
Develop and implement a comprehensive supplier engagement strategy to educate and motivate suppliers to set and achieve emissions reductions targets in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This should include identifying key suppliers, establishing communication channels, and designing targeted initiatives to foster collaboration and drive emissions reductions.
Collaborate with suppliers to collect and analyse emissions data - provide guidance on measurement methodologies, identify reduction opportunities, and support suppliers in setting and achieving science-based targets.
Drive and support targeted suppliers in setting their own emissions reduction targets, aligned with Xero's emissions reduction strategy and targets.
Support the Xero Procurement team in embedding sustainability into procurement processes. This includes incorporating environmental performance criteria into our Request for Proposal (RFP) and evaluation processes, focused on suppliers’ carbon footprint, reduction targets, and commitment to sustainability.
Utilise available sustainability platform technology to streamline supplier assessments: efficiently assess and track supplier sustainability performance, identify improvement opportunities, and facilitate collaboration on carbon reduction initiatives.
Provide ongoing support and guidance to suppliers in implementing emissions reduction strategies, including access to resources and best practices.
Closely monitor and track supplier emissions reductions and targets, to ensure alignment with Xero's emissions reduction targets, ensuring accountability and transparency. Regularly report on progress to a varied group of stakeholders, including in Procurement, Sustainability & Impact, communications, senior management, the Xero board and others.
Identify and engage with key stakeholders within Xero to promote supplier decarbonisation efforts and foster cross-functional collaboration, providing guidance on how to incorporate sustainability considerations into their decision-making processes.
Stay informed about emerging trends and best practices in supplier decarbonisation and sustainability.
Proactively understand and manage risks as they relate to your role.
Proactively understand and manage compliance and regulatory obligations for your areas of responsibility.
What you’ll bring with you:
Experience:
3-6 years of experience in sustainability, carbon management, or a related field
Has ideally been part of, or worked closely with, procurement teams and has experience in supplier engagement and collaboration
Knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks and standards is ideal but not required
Experience in creating business documentation including presentation material is highly desirable
Exposure to a broad range of software tools and technologies supporting procurement is highly desirable
Degree in Environmental Sciences, Engineering or Business is desirable
Basic understanding of carbon accounting is welcome
Critical competencies:
Strong understanding of emissions reduction strategies, and sustainability principles
Drive and positive enthusiasm to maximise stakeholder engagement
Commercial acumen, experienced in building strong relationships with suppliers
Proven organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Well organised, able to plan work flow and stick to deadlines
Data-driven and analytical, with the ability to collect, analyse, and interpret emissions data.
Passionate about sustainability and driving positive environmental impact
Entrepreneurial flair, innovative, agile and collaborative.
Superb communication skills and ability to positively influence both internal
Why Xero?
Offering very generous paid leave to use however you’d like (plus statutory holidays!), dedicated paid leave to care for your physical and mental wellbeing as well as an Employee Assistance Program to access mental health care for you and your family, health insurance, life insurance, and income protection, wellbeing and sports programmes, employee resource groups, 26 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers, an Employee Share Plan, beautiful offices, flexible working, career development, and many other benefits that reflect our human value, you’ll do the best work of your life at Xero.

Sustainable Procurement and Decarbonisation Lead - Xero

Sustainable Procurement and Decarbonisation Lead

You need 3-5 years in product management, strong customer insight, data-driven decision-making, stakeholder management skills, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop strategies, engage with customers, implement experiments, analyze product performance, and communicate complex concepts clearly.

<div><div><div>Xero is a beautiful, easy-to-use platform that helps small businesses and their accounting and bookkeeping advisors grow and thrive.</div><div></div><div><br>
At Xero, our purpose is to make life better for people in small business, their advisors, and communities around the world. This purpose sits at the centre of everything we do. We support our people to do the best work of their lives so that they can help small businesses succeed through better tools, information and connections. Because when they succeed they make a difference, and when millions of small businesses are making a difference, the world is a more beautiful place.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
This will be a 12 month fixed-term role based in our Melbourne office!</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
About the team</b></div><div></div><div><br>
The<b> Pricing &amp; Packaging Product</b> team is one of the core areas for Xero. We partner with multiple teams across Xero and help monetise new products, new markets and create beautiful buying experiences for our customers and internal partners. We are looking for a dynamic and passionate Product Manager to join our team and bring some of our key pricing and packaging initiatives to life.</div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What you'll bring:</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
3-5 years of product management experience, ideally in a SaaS or technology-driven environment.</li><li>
A proven ability to understand customer needs and translate them into impactful solutions.</li><li>
Strong data-driven decision-making abilities and experience with A/B testing or similar methodologies.</li><li>
The ability to work closely with technical and non-technical teams in parallel, across multiple timezones.</li><li>
The ability to build effective relationships and influence across all levels of the business leveraging excellent stakeholder management, open communication style and interpersonal skills</li><li>
Comfort working in a fast-paced, iterative environment with a focus on continuous improvement.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>As a Product Manager, you will be doing the following:</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li><b>
Collaborate cross-functionally: </b>Partner with engineering, design, and data teams to define and execute product initiatives.</li><li><b>
Develop and execute strategies:</b> Build and own the roadmap for one of the capability areas of our domain - including improvements and innovations.</li><li><b>
Focus on customers:</b> Engage with customers and stakeholders to deeply understand their needs and ensure our solutions meet and exceed their expectations.</li><li><b>
Test and learn: </b>Implement experiments and leverage data insights to continuously refine and optimize pricing and packaging strategies.</li><li><b>
Drive results: </b>Monitor product performance, analyze key metrics, and ensure alignment with business goals.</li><li><b>
Communicate effectively:</b> Serve as the bridge between technical and non-technical teams, translating complex concepts into clear, actionable plans.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><b>Why Xero?</b></div><div>
Offering very generous paid leave to use however you&rsquo;d like (plus statutory holidays!), dedicated paid leave to care for your physical and mental wellbeing as well as an Employee Assistance Program to access mental health care for you and your family, health insurance, life insurance, and income protection, wellbeing and sports programmes, employee resource groups, 26 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers, an Employee Share Plan, beautiful offices, flexible working, career development, and many other benefits that reflect our human value, you&rsquo;ll do the best work of your life at Xero.</div><div></div><div><br>
Our collaborative and inclusive culture is one we&rsquo;re immensely proud of. We know that a diverse workforce is a strength that enables businesses, including ours, to better understand and serve customers, attract top talent and innovate successfully. We are a member of Pride in Diversity, in recognition of our inclusive workplace. Our goal is to make sure you feel welcome and supported to do the best work of your life.</div><div></div><div><i><br>
At Xero we embrace diversity and inclusion and value a #challenge mindset. Research has shown that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single competency or experience . If you are excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be just the right person for this role and Xero. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application and throughout the interview process.</i></div></div></div>

Xero is a beautiful, easy-to-use platform that helps small businesses and their accounting and bookkeeping advisors grow and thrive.
At Xero, our purpose is to make life better for people in small business, their advisors, and communities around the world. This purpose sits at the centre of everything we do. We support our people to do the best work of their lives so that they can help small businesses succeed through better tools, information and connections. Because when they succeed they make a difference, and when millions of small businesses are making a difference, the world is a more beautiful place.
This will be a 12 month fixed-term role based in our Melbourne office!
About the team
The Pricing & Packaging Product team is one of the core areas for Xero. We partner with multiple teams across Xero and help monetise new products, new markets and create beautiful buying experiences for our customers and internal partners. We are looking for a dynamic and passionate Product Manager to join our team and bring some of our key pricing and packaging initiatives to life.
What you'll bring:
3-5 years of product management experience, ideally in a SaaS or technology-driven environment.
A proven ability to understand customer needs and translate them into impactful solutions.
Strong data-driven decision-making abilities and experience with A/B testing or similar methodologies.
The ability to work closely with technical and non-technical teams in parallel, across multiple timezones.
The ability to build effective relationships and influence across all levels of the business leveraging excellent stakeholder management, open communication style and interpersonal skills
Comfort working in a fast-paced, iterative environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
As a Product Manager, you will be doing the following:
Collaborate cross-functionally: Partner with engineering, design, and data teams to define and execute product initiatives.
Develop and execute strategies: Build and own the roadmap for one of the capability areas of our domain - including improvements and innovations.
Focus on customers: Engage with customers and stakeholders to deeply understand their needs and ensure our solutions meet and exceed their expectations.
Test and learn: Implement experiments and leverage data insights to continuously refine and optimize pricing and packaging strategies.
Drive results: Monitor product performance, analyze key metrics, and ensure alignment with business goals.
Communicate effectively: Serve as the bridge between technical and non-technical teams, translating complex concepts into clear, actionable plans.
Why Xero?
Offering very generous paid leave to use however you’d like (plus statutory holidays!), dedicated paid leave to care for your physical and mental wellbeing as well as an Employee Assistance Program to access mental health care for you and your family, health insurance, life insurance, and income protection, wellbeing and sports programmes, employee resource groups, 26 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers, an Employee Share Plan, beautiful offices, flexible working, career development, and many other benefits that reflect our human value, you’ll do the best work of your life at Xero.
Our collaborative and inclusive culture is one we’re immensely proud of. We know that a diverse workforce is a strength that enables businesses, including ours, to better understand and serve customers, attract top talent and innovate successfully. We are a member of Pride in Diversity, in recognition of our inclusive workplace. Our goal is to make sure you feel welcome and supported to do the best work of your life.
At Xero we embrace diversity and inclusion and value a #challenge mindset. Research has shown that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single competency or experience . If you are excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be just the right person for this role and Xero. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application and throughout the interview process.

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