AU: Melbourne: (260 Burwood Rd) Hybrid Employment

Xero is hiring a Head of Workforce Planning (Customer Experience)

Responsibilities

  • Designing and executing a long-term workforce strategy that accounts for AI-driven efficiency gains and the transition to high-value proactive outreach.
  • Implementing automated intraday re-balancing strategies to shift resources instantly between channels and functions as demand fluctuates.
  • Partnering with technology vendors to enhance automation and precision in our global "follow-the-sun" support model.
  • Developing predictive analytics and "what-if" scenario models to de-risk operational changes during product launches or market expansions.

Requirements

  • You bring extensive experience leading workforce management or operational strategy within a global, multi-site environment.
  • A proven track record of guiding teams through technological transformations is essential, particularly regarding the integration of AI and automated routing.
  • Your mastery of intraday management allows you to pivot resources instantly during high-volatility events.
  • You possess the ability to influence senior stakeholders by providing data-backed recommendations on headcount and organisational design.
  • You are a systems thinker who understands how changes in product design or engagement strategy create ripple effects across the global capacity chain.

Nice to Have

  • High emotional intelligence helps you mentor your team, identifying new skills they need to remain empowered in an evolving landscape.

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Team

Team size: 9. Structure: global

Additional Information

  • Apply even if your experience isn't a perfect match! At Xero, we hire based on your skills, passion, and the unique perspective you can bring to enhance our culture and team.
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Xero
Xero is a cloud-based accounting software platform for small and medium-sized businesses.
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Department Revenue
Category management
Posted 3 months ago