About the role
The role & impact Xero has a dedicated Company Secretarial function that keeps a global, publicly listed technology company running with integrity — and this role sits at the heart of it. As a Legal and Governance Counsel (Assistant Company Secretary), you'll provide high-quality company secretarial support and corporate governance advice across Xero and its global subsidiaries. You'll work closely with
the team, contributing to listing compliance, subsidiary governance, shareholder meetings, and internal policy — all in an environment where governance is taken seriously and your expertise will genuinely shape how things are done. This is a role for someone who finds real satisfaction in getting governance right — someone who cares about precision and process but also knows how to build relationships and communicate clearly with people across the business and around the world in a fast-paced, ever-changing technology environment.
The team & how they connect The Company Secretarial team sits within Xero's broader Legal, Risk, and Compliance function and is responsible for keeping Xero compliant with its obligations as an ASX-listed company, while also managing the governance of a global subsidiary network.
The team works closely with Finance, Tax, Investor Relations, M&A, Corporate Communications, as well as external advisers, the share registry, and regulatory bodies. It's a small, high-trust team where collaboration, quality, and follow-through matter. Initially, you will focus on Supporting ASX and SGX listing compliance, including continuous disclosure obligations, routine lodgements, and the annual corporate actions timetable (AGM, Half year full year) Assisting with board and subsidiary governance processes — from collating board packs and minuting meetings to drafting resolutions and facilitating director education Maintaining Xero's corporate records and supporting capital flows, officeholder changes, and the integration or consolidation of subsidiary companies Provide advice on governance, compliance and related matters,including monitoring governance developments and contributing to the continued evolution of best-practice processes across Xero's global subsidiary group Where and how you can work This role is based in Melbourne. Xero operates on a hybrid working model, so you'll have flexibility to balance time in the office with remote work.
