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Product Manager - 12 Month Fixed-Term

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Xero

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Marketing
    Product
  • Melbourne
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • 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.

Requirements

  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • 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.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Product Manager position at Xero?

The Product Manager position is a 12-month fixed-term role.

Where is the Product Manager role based?

The role is based in our Melbourne office.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

A minimum of 3-5 years of product management experience, ideally in a SaaS or technology-driven environment, is required.

What are some key responsibilities of the Product Manager?

The Product Manager will collaborate cross-functionally, develop and execute strategies, focus on customer needs, implement tests and learn from data insights, drive results through monitoring product performance, and communicate effectively between technical and non-technical teams.

Is there a focus on data-driven decision making in this role?

Yes, strong data-driven decision-making abilities and experience with A/B testing or similar methodologies are essential.

What benefits does Xero offer to its employees?

Xero offers generous paid leave, health insurance, life insurance, income protection, wellbeing programs, flexible working options, career development opportunities, and more.

How does Xero approach diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Xero embraces diversity and inclusion and values a collaborative culture, recognizing that a diverse workforce is a strength that enables better understanding and service to customers.

Are there any specific encouragements for underrepresented groups to apply?

Yes, Xero encourages women and underrepresented groups to apply even if their experience does not align perfectly with every competency listed.

What kind of culture does Xero promote?

Xero promotes a collaborative and inclusive culture, ensuring that all employees feel welcome and supported to do their best work.

Does Xero provide support for mental health?

Yes, Xero provides dedicated paid leave for mental wellbeing and access to the Employee Assistance Program for mental health care for employees and their families.

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

Technology
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2006
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

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.