Full-time · On-site
Senior Manager, Strategy & Operations - CEO Office
This is an elite 'Chief of Staff' style operational role designed for a high-performer who thrives on variety and high-stakes problem solving. You will serve as the CEO's tactical arm, moving between financial modeling, operational troubleshooting, and strategic planning. It is a rare opportunity to influence the trajectory of a global payments giant from the very center of power.
Airwallex · Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands · Posted 17 April 2026
The role
Overview
This is an elite 'Chief of Staff' style operational role designed for a high-performer who thrives on variety and high-stakes problem solving. You will serve as the CEO's tactical arm, moving between financial modeling, operational troubleshooting, and strategic planning. It is a rare opportunity to influence the trajectory of a global payments giant from the very center of power.
What they need
Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Execute CEO-mandated special projects focused on growth and efficiency
- Lead cross-functional teams to close business gaps and optimize performance
- Develop data-backed business cases for new initiatives and M&A
- Synthesize complex data into actionable insights for executive reviews
- Ensure timely delivery of global strategic objectives through rigorous project management
Essential
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional deep-dives and special projects
- Capability to handle highly sensitive and confidential executive-level information
- Strong track record in business case development and strategic analysis
- Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships and negotiating timelines
- Ability to prepare high-level materials for executive business reviews
Preferred
- Experience in high-growth fintech or global financial platforms
- Background in management consulting, investment banking, or corporate strategy
- Experience with M&A evaluation or organizational effectiveness projects
Key Skills
Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solvingFirst-principles thinkingAdvanced communication and presentation skillsAI-assisted productivity and problem-solvingProject management and executionData-driven insight generation
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Opportunity to work in a high-growth unicorn valued at US$8 billion
- Direct exposure to executive leadership and the CEO office
- Collaborative work environment with top-tier global talent
- Ownership over high-impact, zero-to-one strategic initiatives
- Global career opportunities across 26 international offices
Next step
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Found via careers.airwallex.com