The role / impact
As a Global Senior Legal Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in navigating the complex legal landscapes that come with global scale. You will provide strategic advice that enables the business to grow safely and sustainably, ensuring our products and services comply with international standards while supporting our mission to help small businesses thrive.
This position is about more than just managing risk; it is about finding creative solutions to intricate problems. You will shape the legal frameworks that underpin our global operations, making a tangible impact on our ability to innovate by providing clear, commercial, and actionable guidance.
The team / how they connect
You will join a collaborative global legal team that prides itself on being a proactive partner to the business rather than a gatekeeper. We work closely across all departments, from product development to partnerships, ensuring that legal strategy is woven into the fabric of our commercial goals.
The team is currently working on / Initially, you will focus on
Managing complex negotiations with strategic partners, including global technology players, for product enablement, financial services and revenue-sharing arrangements.
Supporting our product and technology teams with the design and launch of AI-powered products and features.
Advising on evolving consumer, financial services and regulatory requirements across multiple global jurisdictions.
Enhancing internal legal efficiency through the adoption of AI-related automation tools and streamlined workflow projects
Where and how you can work
Xero supports a hybrid working model that balances the flexibility of remote work with the value of in-person connection. Our offices are designed for collaboration, and we encourage team members to join us for 'boost days' to foster community and brainstorm solutions together in a shared physical space.
Here are some of the things we are looking for
7+ years PQE (in-house legal experience desirable)
You bring significant experience in providing commercial legal advice within a fast-paced technology or SaaS environment.
You bring a solutions-focused approach to legal risk, with a knack for finding smart, commercial paths forward.
You possess a natural ability to build trust and influence with senior stakeholders, including GMs and functional leads, across a fast-paced global structure.
Your background in complex commercial negotiations allows you to navigate intricate deals with confidence and professional maturity.
You have a proven track record of operating within an in-house environment, demonstrating the rhythm, pace, and business partnering skills required to thrive, and a drive to continuously improve legal processes.
You are an excellent communicator who can translate highly complex legal information into clear, actionable advice for non-legal audiences.
You hold a valid practising certificate in Australia or New Zealand and maintain a commitment to professional growth and technical mastery.
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.
Skills Required
- 7+ years PQE in-house legal experience
- Significant experience in providing commercial legal advice in technology or SaaS
- Solutions-focused approach to legal risk
- Ability to build trust and influence with senior stakeholders
- Experience in complex commercial negotiations
- Proven track record of operating in an in-house environment
- Excellent communication skills for translating legal information
- Valid practising certificate in Australia or New Zealand
Xero Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is outlined as up to 26 weeks for primary caregivers with six weeks for partners, supported by family-forming benefits through Carrot. Flexible return-to-work support is also highlighted.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off provisions include 21 days of annual leave, 10 wellbeing days, five Xtra days, three year-end company holidays, a paid volunteer day, and flexible working options. Global materials also emphasize additional wellbeing leave and local flexibility.
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Healthcare Strength — U.S. coverage includes medical via Cigna or Kaiser with dental and vision, complemented by global mental-health support through Modern Health for employees and immediate family. Life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability are also included in the package.
Xero Insights
What We Do
Xero is small business accounting software that provides a platform on which businesses can build a fully integrated solution. It’s designed to make life better for people in small business, their advisors, and communities around the world. Xero minimises tedious admin by automating routine tasks, delivers valuable insights when needed, and brings together business data, trusted advisors, and powerful apps in one intuitive platform. By alleviating pain points, Xero empowers small business owners to supercharge their business, simplifying the complex and freeing up time from manual admin so they can focus on what really matters to build the business they’ve always envisaged.
Why Work With Us
Xero is a human-centric organization where you’ll have a tangible impact on the success of small businesses and their communities, globally. Our team of energised, forward-thinkers work to make life better for our customers and each other every day. We’re also always committed to supporting you with a flexible environment.
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Join us from home or at one of our beautiful workspaces. Xero has offices in Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Singapore, and South Africa.
