Remote Manager, Office of the COO Needed at Affirm Affirm

Digitaltidewave; United States; Remote; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic operator to join their COO organization. This role is essential for driving high-impact initiatives that enhance operational excellence and decision-making across teams. The ideal candidate will possess a strong strategic mindset and proven experience in managing complex projects. You will collaborate closely with senior leaders to navigate challenges and implement key initiatives that align with the organization's strategic priorities. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about making a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in business operations, strategy, or program management.
• Experience in fintech or related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive high-priority initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
• Lead planning and execution of cross-functional initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align priorities and resolve blockers.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Job role: Manager, Office of the COO

Company name: Affirm

Location: Remote, USA

Salary: $160,000 – $210,000 Annually

About the Job: Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.

About the Role: We are looking for a strategic operator and program manager to drive critical initiatives within the COO organization. This role combines strategic decision making, problem solving, and program execution to support high-impact projects and drive operational excellence across teams.

Your Qualities:
The ideal candidate has a strong strategic mindset, ability to structure and problem solve through ambiguity, and the skills to drive cross-functional initiatives from ideation to execution. They will partner closely with the Chief of Staff to the COO to analyze business challenges, implement key strategic initiatives, and drive the operational cadence of the COO organization. This role requires the ability to navigate complex topics, manage competing projects, and collaborate with senior leaders to drive business outcomes.

Your Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Chief of Staff to the COO to drive high-priority initiatives that improve operational efficiency, decision-making, and business performance.
• Lead the planning and execution of cross-functional initiatives to drive alignment, accountability, and high-quality execution.
• Drive and continuously improve the operational cadence of the COO organization, to ensure alignment and effective decision making.
• Develop a deep understanding of Affirm’s business, organization, and strategic priorities to ensure initiatives are designed and executed in ways that maximize business impact.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to align priorities, manage dependencies, and resolve blockers.

Your Qualifications/Experience:

• 5 – 10 years of experience in a combination of business operations, strategy, program management, or a Chief of Staff-type role; experience in fintech or related fields strongly preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex, cross-functional projects.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to drive actionable solutions while maintaining a focus on long-term business impact.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to maintain clarity on priorities, dependencies, and execution details.
• Proven ability to problem-solve independently and make informed decisions to maintain progress and drive execution.
• Experience working with senior leaders and executive teams, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience in aligning multiple teams toward shared objectives.
• Strong ability to balance structured execution with flexibility, adapting to shifting priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear, actionable insights.
• This position requires either a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.