Brisbane
1 week ago
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SEM Senior Manager

Xero

SEM Senior Manager

Xero is seeking a SEM Senior Manager in Brisbane to lead its global Paid Search program. This highly technical, hands-on role focuses on using automation, AI, and data to drive scalable growth and improve SEM operations. The ideal candidate has deep SEM expertise, strong technical building capability, and experience with AI and workflow orchestration tools.

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Salary

Not specified

Work Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, AU

Work Model

Hybrid working model balancing flexibility with in-person collaboration; time in office and flexibility to work from home

Employment Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior

Core Qualifications

Technical (Must-have)
SEMGoogle AdsSA360AutomationAIWorkflow orchestrationTray.aiAirOpsn8nMakeZapierOpenAIClaudeData analysisScripting
Soft Skills
AnalyticalProblem-solvingProactiveSolutions-first mindsetCommunicationStakeholder managementCollaborativeLow-egoMentoringKnowledge sharing

Key Responsibilities

  • Evolving the technical foundations of the global SEM program, identifying opportunities to improve scalability, automation and performance
  • Building and operationalising AI-powered workflows that automate optimisation, analysis, reporting and operational processes
  • Advancing AI-driven SEM capabilities, including automated bidding and decision-making systems, with robust validation, guardrails and measurement
  • Identifying and delivering new automation opportunities, turning manual or complex SEM processes into scalable, reusable solutions
  • Partnering with Data Science, Marketing Technology and Product to connect data, AI and emerging technology into the SEM ecosystem
  • Exploring emerging search and AI capabilities, testing where new technologies can create genuine commercial advantage
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