
Strategy & Operations Specialist
- Taguig City, Metro Manila
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Self-growth enthusiasts. We kickstart our day asking, what can I improve today?
- Trailblazers. If you’re someone who takes charge and strives to have their ideas turn into instant impact, you’re in!
- Data-driven. In making decisions we rely on one question, what does the data say?
- Changemakers. Driven by our mission to bring billions of jobs to people, we’re here to change lives and empower individuals worldwide.
- Team players. Here at Freelancer, we are a pro sports team. We work together seamlessly, passing the ball of innovation and collaboration to score success as one.
- Experience in strategy, operations, consulting, fintech or marketplace environments, with proven success translating high-level goals into phased, ROI-positive execution.
- Demonstrated ability to formulate data-driven recommendations; fluency with SQL (or similar) and self-serve analytics is essential.
- Experience steering cross-functional teams (Product, Engineering, Payments, Trust & Safety, Growth, Legal) through feature readiness reviews, launches and post-launch optimisations.
- Track record of improving marketplace economics-pricing, liquidity, conversion-through experimentation and rapid iteration.
- Foundational understanding of AI/ML concepts, data pipelines and model-driven product features; able to spot opportunities to automate manual processes or enhance user experience with AI.
- Comfortable evaluating model performance metrics and integrating findings into operational roadmaps.
- End-to-end ownership of multi-team initiatives spanning time zones; adept at risk mitigation, stakeholder alignment and clear, concise communicator-equally comfortable writing an exec memo and drafting a support macro.
- Skilled at conducting formal & informal user interviews, synthesising qualitative insights and converting them into scalable process or product improvements.
- Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or technical field (Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics) or equivalent experience.
- Bonus for exposure to marketplace dynamics, international expansion, or high-volume payments infrastructure.
- Structured problem-solver who turns ambiguity into phased, ROI-driven execution plans.
- Work hard, take ownership, and watch your career soar in a dynamic and meritocratic workplace
- Get inspired and stay engaged with our company's regular hackathons, monthly engagement events, and sports activities where you can put your skills to the test and win cash prizes!
- Earn a competitive salary that recognizes your talent and dedication
- Comprehensive and competitive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy (HMO, Life, and Personal Accident Insurances)
- Enjoy a delicious free daily meal, snacks, and beverages, to help you stay productive and focused throughout the day!
- Experience transparency and open communication at our weekly town halls, featuring Q&A sessions with the CEO