Airwallex Limited

Senior Manager, IT Operations

Airwallex Limited$130K — $180K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years leading IT teams in multinational tech environments
  • Expertise in Apple technologies and SaaS-based organizations
  • Proven ability to implement AI in operations
  • Hands-on technical expertise with core SaaS tools like Slack and Google Workspace
  • Experience managing multiple offices and international teams
  • Skilled in performance management and improving team outcomes
  • Familiarity with procurement, vendor management, and ERP systems

Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end IT experience in your region as the Corporate IT leader
  • Mentor and manage the regional IT Operations team, promoting a collaborative culture
  • Ensure high-quality IT support, serving as the escalation point for complex issues
  • Collaborate with global leadership to manage priorities in high-pressure situations
  • Drive process efficiencies, vendor management, and oversee office expansions
  • Partner with INFOSEC and IT Engineering on security and innovation initiatives
  • Monitor key IT metrics to ensure optimal service delivery

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career growth in a tech-driven organization
  • A collaborative and inclusive team culture
  • Access to the latest technology and tools
  • A chance to drive innovation and improvements in IT processes
  • Work in a dynamic, international environment
Full Job Description
About the team

The Corporate IT team at Airwallex is dedicated to providing exceptional IT support, building robust technical solutions, and leading complex, strategic projects across the business. We are focused on supporting Airwallex's employees-our core customers-by delivering secure, delightful, and trusted experiences through our IT Operations, IT Engineering, and IT Business Partnerships teams. Our mission is to be the engine that amplifies the impact of every Airwallex team member.

What you'll do

As a Senior Manager on the IT Operations team, you will play a pivotal role within Corporate IT at Airwallex. You will lead the delivery of a best-in-class support experience for our employees, lead new office launches and regional expansions, and ensure fast, effective service desk support. You are an excellent communicator, comfortable with both written and verbal communication, and skilled at collaborating with colleagues locally and internationally. Acting as a bridge between IT support and operations, you will keep our business running smoothly while serving as a "player-coach" for your team. You'll set the standard for excellence, act as an escalation point for complex issues, and proactively tackle challenges as they arise. Your focus will be on streamlining our internal workflows and continuously improving our technology, documentation, systems, and processes.

Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary Corporate IT leader for your region, ultimately owning the end-to-end IT experience in region.
  • Primary
  • Guide, mentor, and manage the regional IT Operations team, fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and excellence.
  • Ensure high-quality and consistent IT support for Airwallex staff, acting as an escalation point for complex issues.
  • Collaborate with global and regional leadership teams, effectively communicating priorities and managing high-pressure situations.
  • Drive internal process efficiencies, vendor management, procurement, and oversee office expansions or decommissions.
  • Partner with INFOSEC and IT Engineering on security priorities and innovation initiatives.
  • Monitor and report on key IT metrics/KPIs, ensuring optimal service delivery and ongoing IT health.
  • Leverage AI technologies and emerging tools to streamline workflows and enhance team effectiveness.


Who you are
  • Exceptional written and verbal communicator, fluent in English.
  • 4+ years of experience leading IT teams in multinational, tech-driven environments.
  • Expertise with Apple technologies and SaaS-driven organizations.
  • Proven ability to successfully implement and utilize AI in operational settings.
  • Strong leader with a player-coach mindset and hands-on technical expertise.
  • Demonstrated experience as an administrator for core SaaS tools (Slack, Google Workspace, Okta, etc.).
  • Regional leadership experience managing multiple offices and international teams.
  • Skilled in performance management and driving team improvement.
  • Familiar with procurement processes, vendor management, and related technologies (ERP, PR/PO, finance systems).
  • Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, collaborate globally, and adapt standards to local needs.
Applicant Safety Policy: Fraud and Third-Party Recruiters

To protect you from recruitment scams, please be aware that Airwallex will not ask for bank details, sensitive ID numbers (i.e. passport), or any form of payment during the application or interview process. All official communication will come from an @airwallex.com email address. Please apply only through careers.airwallex.com or our official LinkedIn page.

Airwallex does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms/recruiters. Airwallex will not pay any fees to search firms/recruiters if a candidate is submitted by a search firm/recruiter unless an agreement has been entered into with respect to specific open position(s). Search firms/recruiters submitting resumes to Airwallex on an unsolicited basis shall be deemed to accept this condition, regardless of any other provision to the contrary.

About Airwallex Limited

Airwallex is a financial technology company that provides cross-border payment solutions for businesses. The company was founded in 2015 by a group of entrepreneurs from Australia and China. Airwallex's platform allows businesses to make and receive payments in multiple currencies at competitive exchange rates. The company has raised over $400 million in funding to date and has offices in several countries, including Australia, China, the United States, and the United Kingdom.
Learn more about Airwallex Limited
Size
800 employees
Industry
Founded
2015

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