Senior Manager, Risk Operations Strategy at Airwallex - Singapore

Role Overview

As Senior Manager, Risk Operation Strategy at Airwallex, you will be at the forefront of shaping our global risk management approach. This critical role involves leveraging advanced data analytics to detect anomalies, leading proactive risk assessments, and managing complex, cross-functional risk projects. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing our risk controls and ensuring the security and stability of our operations. Based in Singapore, you will collaborate with Product, Engineering, Risk, and Compliance teams to drive strategic risk initiatives and provide valuable insights to senior leadership.

A Day in the Life

Here’s what a typical day might look like:

1. Data Analysis and Anomaly Detection: Spend the morning analyzing large datasets using SQL, Python, and other BI tools to identify unusual patterns or anomalies that existing alerts or models might have missed. Collaborate with the data science team to refine algorithms and improve detection accuracy.
2. Risk Assessment and Planning: Conduct proactive risk assessments across various risk types and products. Identify critical control gaps and develop end-to-end closure plans. This might involve researching industry trends, analyzing regulatory requirements, and interviewing stakeholders to understand potential vulnerabilities.
3. Project Management: Manage cross-functional risk projects. This involves coordinating with various teams, setting timelines, tracking progress, and ensuring alignment with key stakeholders. You may be working on projects related to fraud prevention, credit risk mitigation, or compliance with financial crime regulations.
4. Strategy Development and Implementation: Develop and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency using AI and automation. This could involve identifying manual processes that can be automated, evaluating AI tools for risk management, and working with engineering teams to implement new solutions.
5. Reporting and Presentation: Prepare and present divisional performance updates, project progress reports, and risk insights to senior leadership. This requires strong communication skills and the ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations.
6. Special Projects and Deep Dives: Handle special projects and conduct deep dives on emerging risk issues. This might involve researching new types of fraud, analyzing the impact of regulatory changes, or assessing the risk associated with new products or services.

Why Singapore?

Singapore is a global hub for finance and technology, making it an ideal location for Airwallex to base its risk operations strategy team. The city-state offers:

• A Thriving Fintech Ecosystem: Singapore is home to a vibrant fintech community, with numerous startups, established financial institutions, and technology companies.
• A Skilled Workforce: Singapore boasts a highly educated and skilled workforce, with expertise in finance, technology, and risk management.
• A Strategic Location: Singapore's central location in Southeast Asia provides easy access to key markets and partners.
• A Business-Friendly Environment: Singapore offers a stable and transparent regulatory environment, making it an attractive place for businesses to operate.
• A High Quality of Life: Singapore offers a high standard of living, with excellent healthcare, education, and infrastructure.

Career Path

At Airwallex, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. The Senior Manager, Risk Operations Strategy role offers a clear path for advancement. Potential career trajectories include:

• Director of Risk Management: Oversee all aspects of risk management for a specific region or product line.
• Head of Risk Operations: Lead the risk operations team, responsible for implementing and executing risk management strategies.
• Chief Risk Officer (CRO): The ultimate leadership position in risk management, responsible for setting the overall risk strategy for the company.
• Internal Mobility: Airwallex encourages employees to explore different roles and departments within the company, providing opportunities to broaden their skills and experience.

Salary & Benefits

The estimated salary range for a Senior Manager, Risk Operations Strategy in Singapore is between $150,000 to $250,000 USD per year. This range can vary based on experience, skills, and performance.

In addition to a competitive salary, Airwallex offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee stock options
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness programs

Airwallex Culture

Airwallex fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and ownership. We are looking for individuals who are:

• Builders: You have a founder-like energy and want to make a real impact.
• Fast Learners: You are motivated by accelerated learning and continuous improvement.
• Owners: You take true ownership of your work and are accountable for results.
• Humble and Collaborative: You are humble and work well with others.
• AI-Savvy: You use AI to work smarter and solve problems faster.

How to Apply

If you are ready to join a fast-growing company and make a significant impact on the future of global finance, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and skills through the Airwallex careers page.

FAQ

1. What is Airwallex? Airwallex is a global payments and financial platform that empowers businesses to operate worldwide with fully integrated solutions for business accounts, payments, spend management, and treasury.
2. What are the minimum qualifications for this role? Strong risk domain knowledge, product knowledge in payments/issuing/lending, and data analytics skills are essential.
3. What kind of data analytics skills are required? Experience with SQL, Python, Databricks, or BI tools is highly desired.
4. What are the key responsibilities of this role? Finding anomalies, leading risk assessments, managing projects, and developing strategies to uplift operational efficiency.
5. What is the career path for this role? Potential paths include Director of Risk Management, Head of Risk Operations, or Chief Risk Officer.
6. What is the company culture like? Airwallex fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and ownership.
7. What benefits does Airwallex offer? Comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, retirement savings plan, employee stock options, and professional development opportunities.
8. Where is this role located? Singapore.
9. What is the salary range for this role? Estimated between $150,000 and $250,000 USD per year.
10. How do I apply for this role? Submit your resume and cover letter through the Airwallex careers page.