
Head of Operations
- Punjab
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Kharian / Lahore / Islamabad.
Full-Time: Senior Leadership Role.About ACE Money TransferACE Money Transfer is a UK-based multinational Fintech company, headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom. We provide fast, secure, and user-friendly online remittance services to customers in 28 countries, including the UK, Europe, Canada, and Australia, enabling them to send money to over 100 countries worldwide.Our mission is to revolutionize the remittance experience through digital innovation, operational excellence, and a strong compliance-first approach. As part of our ambitious growth and digital transformation, we are expanding our leadership team in Pakistan.Position Overview:We are looking for a dynamic, strategic, and experienced Head of Operations to lead and scale our operational teams and systems across multiple geographies. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the remittance/fintech landscape, proven leadership in operations management, and the ability to drive efficiency and excellence across all facets of the business.This critical role reports directly to the CEO (Chief Executive Officer) and works in close partnership with Product, Compliance, Customer Experience, Technology, Finance teams & other teams.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with ACE’s global fintech roadmap.
- Oversee end-to-end operations, including transaction processing, reconciliation, customer service, agent support, disbursement, and partner onboarding.
- Translate business goals into actionable plans that enhance scalability, efficiency, and compliance.
- Lead, mentor, and manage cross-functional operations teams across Kharian, Lahore, and Islamabad.
- Foster a high-performance team culture emphasizing ownership, accountability, and collaboration.
- Monitor daily team operations, ensure timely task completion, and uphold quality standards.
- Assign and track operational tasks for effective workflow management.
- Act as a central point of contact for team queries and escalations.
- Collaborate with departments such as Customer Experience, IT, and Tech Support for cross-functional issue resolution.
- Identify process inefficiencies and lead optimization initiatives using Lean, Agile, or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Drive automation and digitization efforts in partnership with the Technology team.
- Standardize SOPs and enforce best practices across the operations team.
- Track and analyse performance metrics such as SLA adherence, payment processing accuracy, and issue resolution times.
- Regularly report key performance indicators to senior leadership with insights and action plans.
- Ensure consistent achievement of service levels and performance goals.
- Ensure all operational activities are compliant with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
- Liaise with the Compliance and Risk teams to prepare for audits and ensure operational transparency.
- Conduct periodic audits of processes to maintain service quality and compliance.
- Oversee the resolution of payment discrepancies, cancellations, and escalations to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Serve as the primary escalation point for operational issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve system bugs, service disruptions, or payment failures.
- Maintain oversight of open tickets and incident logs to ensure timely resolution.
- Work closely with Product, Engineering, Finance, Compliance, and Customer Experience to ensure alignment across departments.
- Manage and strengthen relationships with banks, payment service providers (PSPs), and other external vendors.
- Prepare comprehensive operational reports and dashboards for leadership.
- Maintain documentation of processes, performance benchmarks, and operational incidents.
- Take on additional responsibilities as assigned by the COO or department leadership to support business needs.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations, Engineering, or related field.
- MBA or equivalent Master’s degree preferred.
- Certifications in Lean Six Sigma, PMP, Agile, or related frameworks are a strong plus.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in operations within fintech, remittance, banking, or payment sectors.
- At least 3–5 years in a senior leadership position managing large operational teams.
- Proven experience in digital transformation, automation, and process scaling.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Highly analytical with hands-on experience in data-driven decision-making.
- Proficient in ERP systems, CRM platforms, and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, multicultural, and growing fintech environment.
This role is based in:
- Kharian
- Lahore
- Islamabad
- Competitive market salary.
- Health and medical coverage.
- Annual bonuses and rewards.
- Global exposure and leadership development opportunities.
- A fast-paced, inclusive, and growth-oriented work environment.