Interim Vice President, Global Strategy & Operations in Sydney

Interim Vice President, Global Strategy & Operations in Sydney

Sydney Temporary 135000 - 165000 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead transformation and growth initiatives in a dynamic, hybrid environment.
  • Company: Join Xero, a leading innovator in cloud-based accounting software.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.
  • Other info: Be part of a team that values quality, execution, and collaboration.
  • Why this job: Make a significant impact on global strategy and operations while collaborating with senior leaders.
  • Qualifications: Experience in enterprise transformation, strategy, and operations within tech or SaaS.

The predicted salary is between 135000 - 165000 $ per year.

The Company is seeking a VP, Global Strategy & Operations for a 6-month fixed-term role to lead the next phase of transformation and growth. The successful candidate will be a high-horsepower operator and strategist, adept at thriving in ambiguity and driving complex problems to structured action.

This role is pivotal in owning key workstreams within enterprise transformation, including operational and AI-enabled workflow improvements, and ensuring that design decisions align with business outcomes and the employee experience. The VP will collaborate with senior leaders, assess organizational health, and drive high-impact problem-solving to enhance business performance.

Applicants must have a strong background in enterprise transformation, operating model redesign, AI enablement, or large-scale business change, with significant experience in strategy, operations, transformation, consulting, business management, or related leadership roles within a global technology or SaaS environment.

The role requires a leader with a proven ability to influence senior executives, align diverse stakeholders, and operate at both strategic and execution levels. The ideal candidate will be a structured and pragmatic thinker, with strong commercial and financial acumen, and a leadership style that is high in drive, calm in execution, and collaborative in influence.

A team-oriented approach, with a focus on raising the bar for quality, execution, and partnership, is essential.

  • Functions: Operations Strategy

Interim Vice President, Global Strategy & Operations in Sydney employer: ExecThread

The Company is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and continuous improvement. With a strong community focus, employees are encouraged to grow through leadership opportunities and collaboration with executive leaders, ensuring a meaningful impact on workplace health and safety. Located in a supportive environment, the Company offers a unique chance to lead initiatives that shape a proactive safety culture while enjoying a fulfilling career.

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