Financial Institution Operation Manager

ALIBABA.COM SINGAPORE E-COMMERCE PRIVATE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce company in Singapore is seeking a skilled professional to lead the evaluation and implementation of innovative payment solutions in East Asia, particularly Korea. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Business or Finance, fluency in Korean and English, and strong negotiation and project management skills. Experience with Korean regulatory frameworks is preferred.

Qualifications

• Candidates with overseas work or study experience in Korea preferred.
• Strong spoken and written communication skills required.
• In-depth knowledge of Korean legislation related to financial services.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation and implementation of innovative payment solutions.
• Develop market entry and growth strategies focused on Korea.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with stakeholders.
• Engage with Korean regulators and payment institutions.
• Monitor payment industry trends in Korea and provide recommendations.

Skills

Fluency in Korean

Fluency in English

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Finance

Job description

Job Description

• Lead the evaluation and implementation of innovative payment solutions in East Asia, with a particular focus on Korea, ensuring alignment with regional regulatory requirements and evolving market practices.
• Develop and execute market entry and growth strategies by leveraging a deep understanding of Korean e-commerce ecosystems, payment institutions, and consumer behaviour trends.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between internal teams and external stakeholders to meet partnership requirements, ensure compliance with Korean legislation, and deliver operational efficiency.
• Engage with Korean regulators, payment institutions, and marketplace partners, providing accurate interpretation of Korean legal and commercial requirements to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor and analyse payment industry trends in Korea and East Asia, prepare performance reviews of key partnerships, and provide data-driven recommendations to guide senior management in investment and strategic planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or above in Business, Finance, or a related field; candidates with overseas work or study experience, particularly in Korea is preferred.
• Fluency in Korean (native proficiency) and English, with strong spoken and written communication skills to manage professional business interactions across-border stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of Korean legislation, regulations, and financial frameworks relevant to financial services, e-commerce, and payment institutions.
• Proven negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with a track record of building and sustaining relationship with large institutions in Korea.
• Strong project management capabilities to lead and drive complex, cross-border initiatives within tight timelines.