Head of Programme Management

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. How you’ll make an impact The key pillar of the Operations team is providing regional leadership across operations and project management for the EMEA region. This team runs strategic and operational Go to Market (GTM) programmes of work designed to support Xero to meet the opportunities and challenges of the years ahead. Programmes of work may be global or regional in nature, but must be executed expertly across the EMEA region.  This role will be to lead the programme management team who are responsible for the end to end strategic programme management process, from working with the regional senior leadership team (SLT) to design operational plans, as well as working with the wider leadership team to ensure functional plans align with the overall strategy for the region. This role will manage Project Managers and will also be responsible for delivering a robust cross functional operating model (globally and regionally) and embedding change management principles within the region. What makes a great team? A Diverse Team! Don’t be put off if you don’t tick all boxes; we know from research that candidates may not apply if they don’t feel they are 100% there yet; the essential experience we need is around leading complex programme and project teams. If you don’t tick the rest we would still love to talk. We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture that is equitable for all! Why Xero? At Xero we support many types of flexible working arrangements that allow you to balance your work, your life and your passions. We offer a great remuneration package with benefits that support a range of lifestyle choices and requirements  and the opportunity to participate in Xero’s success through our Long Term Incentive scheme. Xero has rapidly expanding offices in London, Milton Keynes and Manchester and our work environment encourages continuous improvement and career development.  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 Stonewall Diversity Champion, and Disability Confident committed. So, from the moment you step through our doors, you’ll feel welcome and supported to do the best work of your life.