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Xero

Director of Operations

Xero

. Guide UK regional strategic execution and translate business goals into operational plans .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in operational leadership and the ability to translate strategic vision into actionable operating plans. Proficient in fostering cross-functional collaboration and guiding continuous improvement initiatives while leveraging modern productivity software and AI tools.

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Operational LeadershipMultifaceted Operating ModelsStrategic Vision TranslationCross-Functional CollaborationAI Tools Integration

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Hard Skills
Operational GovernanceObjectives and Key ResultsPerformance RhythmsContinuous ImprovementGo-To-Market Delivery
Soft Skills
Commercial AcumenInfluencingCommunicationCuriosityAdaptability
Tools & Technologies
AsanaJiraAI Platforms
Industry Keywords
UK Regional StrategyOperational PlansCross-Functional TeamsBusiness ReviewsBackground Checks

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Guide UK regional strategic execution and translate business goals into operational plans
  • Work closely with the UK Managing Director and regional senior leadership
  • Connect regional priorities with global functions
  • Ensure plans across teams are aligned and deliver measurable value
  • Champion operational governance and foster cross-functional collaboration
  • Establish clear reporting cadences and resolve operational friction
  • Guide continuous improvement initiatives
  • Design and embed the cohesive UK operating plan and aligned Objectives and Key Results
  • Establish single-source-of-truth performance rhythms, including Monthly Business Reviews and executive updates
  • Use tools such as Asana, Jira, and modern AI platforms
  • Guide cross-functional Go-To-Market delivery across key regional initiatives
  • Foster continuous improvement and integrate AI tools to streamline processes and increase team capacity

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Deep experience in operational leadership
  • Strong background developing and embedding multifaceted operating models across organisations
  • Ability to translate strategic vision into clear, actionable operating plans
  • Sound commercial acumen
  • Proven ability to navigate ambiguous environments and prioritise work under shifting business demands
  • Ability to influence, align, and communicate across all organisational levels and disciplines
  • Curiosity about modern productivity software and AI tools
  • Willingness to explore smarter ways of working and encourage team adoption
  • Ability to work in the UK and satisfy the role's working-rights requirements
  • Satisfactory completion of relevant background checks, which may include credit and criminal history checks

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible, hybrid working style balancing office and remote work
  • Purposeful time in collaborative UK office spaces
  • Regular team connection, project kick-offs, and boost days
  • Great Place to Work UK accreditation
  • Recruitment-process accommodations available
  • Background-check consent and consideration for other current or future opportunities