HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT

We’re seeking an exceptional and commercially astute Director of Corporate Communications to join our global communications team. This is a pivotal leadership role based in Australia, where you’ll be instrumental in shaping and executing our corporate communications strategy and narrative, including leading significant communications projects. You’ll also lead essential day-to-day corporate communications initiatives for Xero, directly impacting how the company is perceived globally by the media, investors, our customers, partners, and employees.
This role demands a unique blend of outstanding communications expertise, sharp commercial acumen, strategic thinking and proven success in managing and delivering large-scale, corporate communications projects to drive company value in line with strategic objectives.
Reporting to the GM Corporate & Regional Communications - Global Markets you will be a key driver in shaping, promoting and protecting Xero’s external voice and reputation, and further strengthening our position in the market.

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.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

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• Spearhead the development and execution of global communications strategies for a market-leading, ASX-listed SaaS company.

• Lead critical corporate communications projects, synthesising complex financial and technical information into clear, effective communication plans.
• Manage a team of three direct reports in different locations, ensuring a high-functioning and engaged team that meets key objectives.
• Collaborate with global and regional communications teams to strategically position the company across key markets, including Australia, the US, and the UK.
• Partner with senior leadership to execute the CEO’s executive profiling program through media and speaking opportunities.
• Help advise and support the Reputation Communications team to continuously develop and safeguard the company’s reputation through proactive and reactive strategies.
• Navigate a fast-paced, rapidly scaling global business with confidence and clarity, providing leadership across key communications work-streams.
• Bring your understanding of listed company communications and global tech knowledge to deliver impactful communications that achieve critical business outcomes.