Business Operations Associate

About KIRA

KIRA's mission is to democratize finance by making money management smart, trustworthy, and accessible for everyone. Since 2019, we have pioneered Southeast Asia's first mobile-first insurance platform, reaching millions online. Today, we are extending our services to offer spending, saving, investing, currency exchange, travel, and more, aiming to empower users to be self-reliant financial experts through AI-driven tools.

Role Overview

As a Business Operations Associate, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary core teams including engineering, product, hiring, operations, and business development. You will tackle the highest-impact initiatives, help build new capabilities, and drive execution critical to the company's growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Spearhead high-priority projects across various business areas.
• Partner with leadership to address challenges in business and product development.
• Establish new teams, processes, and capabilities aligned with company expansion.
• Manage cross-functional initiatives from conceptualization to implementation.
• Conduct research on emerging markets, products, and business opportunities.
• Enhance operational efficiency by identifying issues and deploying effective solutions.
• Own projects end-to-end to deliver measurable business outcomes.

Desired Qualifications and Traits

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and sound business judgment.
• Rapid learning aptitude and adaptability to evolving challenges.
• Comfortable navigating different business functions and environments.
• Strong ownership mentality with excellent execution capabilities.
• Proficient communication skills and ability to manage stakeholders effectively.
• Capacity to handle multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
• A curious, resourceful, and motivated attitude towards building solutions.

Who Should Not Apply

• Candidates primarily interested in passive meeting attendance.
• Individuals reluctant to follow up assertively and professionally.
• Those needing well-defined timelines and fixed scopes.
• Professionals who avoid complex, cross-departmental challenges.
• Persons who provide verbose updates lacking clear decisions or actions.

Location and Language Requirements

This is a fully remote position, but applicants must be based in Singapore as the role is focused specifically on this market. Fluency in English is essential since it is the company's primary working language.

Interview Process

• Online assessment or practical task.
• Role-specific interview.
• Final round with CEO.

We strive to expedite hiring by completing the selection within one week from the process initiation. Candidates who swiftly complete assessments receive priority.