Project Manager (12 Month FTC)

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. Who’s the team? The Technology Projects Team exists to help our Technology, Product and wider Xero teams to deliver high-quality projects and drive initiatives that are large, complex, cross-cutting or complex in nature. We are a team of passionate project professionals who apply a flexible, customer-centric approach to driving change across our business. What’s the role?  We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to cover parental leave on a 12 month fixed-term contract. Project Managers lead critical projects from concept through to operational handover. Rapid project start up, world class delivery and robust operational management are critical to ensuring we meet our objectives. Project Managers are responsible for the planning, scoping, and scheduling of activities to complete projects to a high standard, whilst ensuring innovation and speed of delivery are maintained. Methodologies, frameworks and processes used to aid delivery will be selected and applied fit for purpose, therefore it is expected our Project Managers have broad knowledge and understanding of various methods and approaches, and are able to be flexible in the chosen approach.  You will be required to work across various business units, functional areas and technical and non-technical initiatives, therefore a broad experience base to draw on is critical. You will be expected to coach and mentor other project staff including project managers and co-ordinators, and take on or assist with projects that may require assistance. Why you should become a Xero Xero is continuing to grow and so are the opportunities to join us! You can choose to perform this role: - In one of our #beautiful offices - Flexibly, through a hybrid of in office and remote working styles - Permanently remote from anywhere in NZ It’s a diverse and inclusive environment, with people who will respect, challenge, support and mentor you to do the best work of your life. We’re a place where innovation and change are not only encouraged but also celebrated. We value our people and want them to enjoy and take pride in their work.  We’re very supportive of flexible working arrangements and offer a competitive remuneration package. We have a culture we’re proud of. Whether you're after a workplace with a social vibe, or a workplace which understands your family is priority - Xero is all of that and more. Xero is a Rainbow Tick certified employer. Please note that we currently require all employees and contractors to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to work from a Xero office, or engage in any face-to-face Xero business.  Xero will work with anyone who is not vaccinated, or prefers not to disclose their vaccination status, to determine if any reasonable accommodations can be provided to ensure their role can be performed safely whilst the restriction is in place. Please include a cover letter in your application, telling us why you’re a great fit for this position.