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Director, Corporate Development & Investor Relations

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About Airwallex

Airwallex is the only unified payments and financial platform for global businesses. Powered by our unique combination of proprietary infrastructure and software, we empower over 150,000 businesses worldwide – including Brex, Rippling, Navan, Qantas, SHEIN and many more – with fully integrated solutions to manage business accounts, payments, spend management and treasury, and embedded finance at a global scale. Proudly founded in Melbourne, we have a team of over 1,800 innovative people in tech across 26 offices worldwide. Valued at US$6.2 billion and backed by world‑leading investors including Visa, Airtree, Blackbird, Sequoia, DST Global, Greenoaks, Salesforce Ventures, Lone Pine and Square Peg, Airwallex is driving the future of global payments and finance.

Attributes We Value

• Successful builders with founder‑like energy, real impact, accelerated learning, and true ownership.
• Strong role‑related expertise, sharp thinking, and motivation by our mission and operating principles.
• A balance of speed, good judgment, curiosity, and first‑principle decision making.
• Humble, collaborative, and “get stuff done” end‑to‑end; use AI to work smarter.

About The Team

The Corporate Development and Investor Relations team is the company's strategic brain trust, driving financial strategy, growth, and high‑impact decisions. We work at the intersection of strategy, finance and execution, partnering cross‑functionally to unlock new opportunities and execute complex transactions—from fundraising and M&A to strategic finance initiatives—shaping Airwallex's future.

What You'll Do

We are looking for a Director, Corporate Development & Investor Relations to join our high‑caliber team and help drive strategic growth and investor engagement globally. This role involves shaping our corporate development strategy, building strong investor relationships, and influencing major M&A decisions to drive long‑term value.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine global corporate development strategy aligned with the company's long‑term vision.
• Identify, assess, and cultivate a pipeline of actionable M&A opportunities—tuck‑in acquisitions and larger transformational deals.
• Evaluate potential acquisition targets for strategic and financial fit, leveraging analysis and cross‑functional input.
• Drive execution of live M&A transactions, including operating and financial models, due diligence, and cross‑team coordination.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance and the CEO's Office to ensure seamless post‑acquisition integration of acquired entities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with venture, growth and public equity investors.
• Work with Finance and Data Science teams to develop key business insights and communicate performance drivers to stakeholders.
• Develop, refine and present investor materials and presentations that articulate strategy and results.
• Support executives on fundraising activities—including preparation, investor communications and relationship management.
• Serve as a strategic thought partner on investor relations, providing insights and updates to internal and external audiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10 years of experience, preferably in top‑tier investment banking, private equity, venture capital, corporate development or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Investment banking experience with M&A and live deals.
• Strong analytical skills and data literacy; ability to create clear, concise investment memos and financial models.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex concepts to senior management and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated self‑starter who prioritizes tasks and manages workload effectively.
• Success‑oriented and holds oneself accountable for delivering key outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in technology, financial services, or high‑growth environments.

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Airwallex is a proud equal‑opportunity employer. We value diversity and hire based on merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We do not consider protected status in hiring decisions and will provide accommodations for disabilities or special needs.

Compensation Range: $220K – $260K

Location: San Francisco