Director, Global Performance Marketing at Airwallex

San Francisco, California, United States

Airwallex Logo
$170,000 – $260,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Payments, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Strong role-related expertise in performance marketing with founder-like energy and real impact focus
  • Strategic, data-driven, and growth-oriented mindset
  • Experience leading global performance marketing across paid search, paid social, display, and emerging digital platforms
  • Ability to balance strategy and execution, optimizing for top-line growth and bottom-line efficiency (LTV:CAC)
  • Proven track record in builder roles, moving fast with good judgment, curiosity, and first-principles decision-making
  • Humble, collaborative approach with end-to-end ownership ("get stuff done")
  • Proficiency in using AI to work smarter and solve problems faster
  • Experience partnering with Brand, Product Marketing, Revenue Operations, Finance, and Regional Marketing teams
  • Based in San Francisco

Responsibilities

  • Own the global performance marketing strategy, defining channel mix, audience frameworks, and investment models
  • Set quarterly and annual growth objectives across paid search, paid social, display, and emerging performance channels
  • Lead budget planning, pacing, and forecasting in alignment with Finance and Revenue goals
  • Develop and implement scalable testing frameworks for creative, targeting, and messaging across markets
  • Partner with Regional Marketing Directors (APAC, EMEA, ANZ, Americas) to ensure localized execution that aligns with global priorities
  • Serve as the executive-level owner of performance KPIs — CAC, LTV:CAC, pipeline contribution, and ROI
  • Oversee multi-channel execution and optimization across Google, LinkedIn, Meta, YouTube, and programmatic platforms
  • Define best practices for campaign structure, bidding strategies, automation, and measurement
  • Partner with SEO, Web, and Lifecycle teams

Skills

Performance Marketing
Global Marketing
Digital Marketing
Campaign Management
Marketing Strategy
Brand Awareness
Customer Engagement
Strategic Campaigns

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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