Director, Brand & Visual Design at Airwallex

San Francisco, California, United States

Airwallex Logo
$220,000 – $275,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Financial Services, PaymentsIndustries

Requirements

  • 12+ years of professional work experience across top-tier agency and/or in-house brand design experience
  • 5+ years of experience leading creative brand and visual work aligned with the mission and vision, as well as the product strategy
  • A portfolio that shows taste, systems thinking, and campaign-level storytelling
  • Strategic mindset: you think beyond aesthetics - you understand business, product, and user impact
  • Experience working in a start-up environment (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Lead our brand identity, voice, and visual design system — build something iconic, flexible, and deeply aligned with our product and vision
  • Translate complex product thinking into clear, emotional, and human brand expression — across web, product surfaces, campaigns, and marketing content
  • Build and grow a high-performing brand and visual design team (internal and external)
  • Collaborate closely with Product, Marketing, and Executive leaders to bring Airwallex’s story to life
  • Develop scalable brand guidelines and systems that empower consistent execution across the company
  • Raise the craft bar across motion, typography, brand systems, and campaign work
  • Drive creative direction for major launches, global campaigns, and key brand moments
  • Coach and support designers in applying consistent brand standards and design quality across surfaces
  • Help evolve and uphold our design operating principles, and continuously improve process, execution, and visual excellence

Skills

Brand Strategy
Visual Design
Design Leadership
Creative Direction
Graphic Design
Strategic Design
Brand Identity

Airwallex

Cross-border payment solutions for businesses

About Airwallex

Airwallex provides cross-border payment solutions for businesses of all sizes, including small to medium-sized enterprises and large corporations. The company offers a range of financial services such as multi-currency accounts, international money transfers, foreign exchange services, and payment gateway solutions. These services are designed to facilitate efficient and cost-effective international transactions. Airwallex uses advanced technology to ensure that these transactions are fast and secure. Unlike many competitors, Airwallex focuses on building financial infrastructure that supports the digital economy, allowing businesses to operate seamlessly across borders. The company's goal is to simplify global payments and make them accessible to businesses worldwide.

Eastern District, Hong KongHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$877.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
FintechIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options
Employee Equity Programs

Risks

Increased competition from fintech startups could erode Airwallex's market share.
Regulatory scrutiny in Asia-Pacific, especially China, may impact Airwallex's operations.
Volatility in foreign exchange rates poses a risk to Airwallex's revenue streams.

Differentiation

Airwallex offers a comprehensive suite of cross-border payment solutions for businesses.
The company integrates financial services into platforms, enhancing customer experience and efficiency.
Airwallex's global presence with ten international offices supports its expansive service offerings.

Upsides

Airwallex reported an 83% revenue increase in APAC, showcasing strong regional growth.
The partnership with Carwow enhances Airwallex's visibility and operational efficiency in the UK.
Airwallex's expansion in EMEA with new offices boosts its international market presence.

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