Communications Advisor

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.

If you are passionate about working with highly skilled and energetic people in an award winning Communications team, then this role is for you

As the Communications Advisor, you will have experience in supporting and delivering high impact, multi-channel communications programs. You will report to the Head of Communications AU and provide project management support across all communication functions - including public relations, go-to-market activities, content development and internal communication.

You will be skilled at juggling multiple tasks and projects, enjoy the hustle of working on high profile projects and enjoy working with multiple stakeholders including members of Xero's global functions and leadership teams.

**What you'll do**:

- Execute on allocated tasks and projects as determined by members of the APAC and Australian Communications teams.
- Coordinate communications reporting and analysis using measurement tools.
- Draft and review content for a variety of channels (including press releases, blogs, sponsored content, social media copy).
- Source, draft, coordinate, manage customer case studies.
- Assist with managing the PR agency.
- Execution of external and internal communications of go-to-market operating priorities.
- Partner closely with other core go-to-market teams including Marketing, Sales, Education and more to ensure campaigns are integrated and aligned to company goals.
- Support the Head of Communications on executive communications activities including profiling, content production, media briefings, etc.

**What you'll bring with you**:

- Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English or a related field.
- At least five years' proven experience in public relations and communications.
- Strong writing and editing skills
- PR experience - understanding of Australian media landscape and experience either working in, or with, and agency.
- If you enjoy being self motivated, challenged and want to develop your communications skills inhouse then you will be joining a company that highly values your skills as well as you as a person.

We offer flexible working, excellent benefits and a fun environment. Xero is really a #human place to continue to build your career.

**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 including shares plus a range of leave options to suit your well-being. Our work environment encourages continuous improvement and career development and you’ll get to work with the latest technology.

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 member of Pride in Diversity, in recognition of our inclusive workplace. Our goal is to make sure you feel welcome and supported to do the best work of your life.