Senior Manager, Product Management

Workday · New Zealand, Auckland

onsitefull-time6-10 years

posted 14 Jul

Your work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too. About the Team This role will lead our APAC region Payroll Product Management team and is responsible for defining and delivering world-class payroll solutions that meet the complex and rapidly evolving needs of our customers across the APAC region. This team sits at the intersection of customer experience, regulatory compliance, and scalable product innovation, ensuring that our payroll offerings are both locally compliant and globally consistent. This position is an essential member of the Leadership team, reporting to a Director. They will lead a geographically diverse team and work with peers across both Development and Quality Assurance. This role will lead a highly effective Product team composed of payroll product managers. About the Role Deep understanding of local legislation, statutory requirements, and market practices, and translating them into intuitive, robust product capabilities. Ability to partner closely with multiple teams (Development and Quality Assurance) and regional go-to-market teams (Product Marketing, etc) to deliver end-to-end solutions that are reliable, secure, and easy to use. Own the full product lifecycle: from market discovery and requirements definition. Collate relevant data, customer feedback, and close collaboration with internal stakeholders to prioritize effectively and continuously enhance our payroll offerings. Lead by example through high-quality execution and continuous improvement. Guide and develop a team of product managers responsible for multiple APAC country payrolls and cross-country capabilities. Champion the APAC perspective in global product forums, ensuring our regional solutions align with the overall payroll platform strategy. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role that will directly influence how customers across APAC pay their employees accurately, on time, and in full compliance with local regulations. About You Basic Qualifications: 5+ years experience leading and developing product management teams or domain related teams. 10+ years experience in product management or domain related experience. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline such as Business, Computer Science, or a related discipline; a Master's degree preferred or equivalent practical experience. Other Qualifications: Proven ability to manage challenging customer conversations with confidence, including managing expectations while building strong trust-based relationships. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning within the product team. Proven ability manage multiple high priorities and balance updates to key stakeholders. Demonstrated understanding of Business Mindset and the ability to align product strategy with the company's overall business objectives and financial goals. Strong Decision Making skills in com