Melbourne
1 week ago
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SEM Senior Manager

Xero

SEM Senior Manager

Xero is seeking a SEM Senior Manager in Melbourne to lead the evolution of its global Paid Search program. This hands-on technical role focuses on automation, AI, and data to drive scalable growth, requiring deep SEM expertise and experience with AI workflow tools.

AI-enabledHybridFull-timeSeniorSEMPaid Search

Salary

Not specified

Work Location

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, AU

Work Model

Hybrid: office collaboration with flexibility to work from home

Employment Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior

Core Qualifications

Technical (Must-have)
SEMPaid SearchGoogle AdsSA360AIAutomationWorkflow OrchestrationTray.aiAirOpsn8nMakeZapierOpenAIClaudeData Analysis
Soft Skills
AnalyticalProblem-solvingProactiveSolutions-first mindsetCommunicationStakeholder managementCollaborativeLow-egoMentoringKnowledge sharing

Key Responsibilities

  • Evolve the technical foundations of the global SEM program, identifying opportunities to improve scalability, automation and performance
  • Build and operationalise AI-powered workflows that automate optimisation, analysis, reporting and operational processes
  • Advance AI-driven SEM capabilities, including automated bidding and decision-making systems, with robust validation, guardrails and measurement
  • Identify and deliver new automation opportunities, turning manual or complex SEM processes into scalable, reusable solutions
  • Partner with Data Science, Marketing Technology and Product to connect data, AI and emerging technology into the SEM ecosystem
  • Explore emerging search and AI capabilities, testing where new technologies can create genuine commercial advantage
SEMPaid SearchAIAutomationMarketingSoftware DevelopmentSenior ManagerHybridMelbourne