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Sebastian J. is the CEO of Remitly, a company focused on transforming the global remittance industry. A multilingual professional with over a decade of experience across global tech and growth-driven environments, Sebastian J. brings a unique blend of talent acquisition expertise, customer experience insight, and commercial acumen to the role.
Who is the CEO of Remitly?
Sebastian J. is a multilingual (Polish and English) senior professional with a progressive track record spanning talent acquisition, customer experience, and business sales across corporate and retail multicultural environments in Europe and the Middle East. With experience at world-class organisations including Apple, Amazon, and Remitly, Sebastian J. has developed a deep understanding of business operations, recruitment strategy, and scalable hiring models.
Recognised for delivering high-impact recruitment and sourcing strategies, Sebastian J. leverages technology to optimise hiring processes and creates training and enablement programmes that empower teams and drive business results. A proven track record in sales and business account management has seen Sebastian J. successfully build and nurture strategic partnerships to expand market presence and achieve significant revenue growth.
Work History
- Remitly - CEO (September 2025 - Present)
- Starcircle - Talent Project Manager (November 2023 - June 2025)
- Remitly - Senior Recruiter (November 2021 - November 2023)
- The Lake Hotel Killarney - Trainee Manager and in house trainer for Optimus Service Excellence Programme (July 2004 - December 2009)
Education History
Sebastian J.'s educational background includes a qualification in Business Management from the Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, which has provided a strong foundation for a career spanning commercial strategy, talent acquisition, and organisational leadership.
When did Sebastian J. join Remitly?
Sebastian J. assumed the role of CEO at Remitly in September 2025, bringing extensive experience in business operations, talent strategy, and commercial growth to the company's leadership.
