APAC Facilities Manager at Remitly

Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines

Remitly Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, FintechIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
  • 7+ years of facilities or workplace services experience, with at least 2 years in a regional leadership role covering multiple sites
  • Experience managing in-house and outsourced teams across multiple countries
  • Operational knowledge of building systems, workplace operations, maintenance practices, and compliance for office health, safety and security
  • Experience managing budgets, service contracts, and performance metrics
  • Expertise in partner management across global and local teams
  • Fluent in English; proficiency in other local languages is helpful
  • Willingness to travel to sites for audits, projects, team support, summits and partner relations (approximately 10–20%)
  • In-office expectation of at least 50% of the time monthly (typically three days a week)

Responsibilities

  • Lead teams across the region, including facilities supervisors, coordinators, technicians and safety officers
  • Oversee providers, including building management, janitorial, security, transportation and other services
  • Partner with HR, Security, IT, Finance and other teams to deliver goals
  • Manage budgets, track performance against targets, and identify opportunities for efficiencies and cost savings
  • Assist the Global Real Estate Team with space planning, office moves, expansions and fit-out projects
  • Contribute to Global Workplace Services strategy development and execution
  • Ensure compliance with office health, safety, and environmental regulations
  • Be an escalation point for issues, coordinating responses to incidents and ensuring business continuity
  • Promote service excellence and continuous improvement within the regional workplace team

Skills

Facilities Management
Workplace Services
Team Leadership
Vendor Management
Budget Management
Space Planning
Real Estate
Employee Experience
Safety Management
Performance Tracking
Cost Optimization
Office Fit-out
HR Partnership
Security Coordination
IT Collaboration

Remitly

International money transfer for immigrants

About Remitly

Remitly focuses on international money transfers, helping immigrants send money to their families quickly and securely at lower costs than traditional banks. The company charges transaction fees and earns from the exchange rate margin, offering various transfer options like bank deposits and cash pickups. Remitly enhances user experience through its website and mobile app, allowing real-time tracking of transfers, and engages with immigrant communities by providing helpful resources and educational support. Its goal is to meet the unique needs of immigrants while ensuring fast, affordable, and reliable money transfer services.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$423.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Continuing Education or Travel Stipend
Office Culture
Flexible PTO, Schedules and Leaves
DEI Learning Opportunities
Community Engagement
Inclusive Benefits

Risks

Swift's integration into banks' channels poses a competitive threat to Remitly.
AI agents' rise may challenge Remitly's operational model in efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Schall Law Firm's investigation could impact investor confidence and Remitly's reputation.

Differentiation

Remitly focuses on immigrants, offering competitive rates and fast, secure transactions.
The company leverages technology for a seamless user experience via its app and website.
Remitly engages with immigrant communities through content and educational initiatives.

Upsides

Increased digital wallet adoption in key markets expands Remitly's reach to unbanked individuals.
AI agents in operations could reduce costs and improve Remitly's efficiency.
Visa collaboration enhances Remitly's cross-border fund flow services, boosting customer satisfaction.

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