Regional Marketing Manager - Malay Speaker
We’re looking for an experienced marketing leader to take full ownership of one of our most dynamic and fast-growing markets. Malaysia sits at the intersection of strong adoption, financial innovation, and a highly engaged trading community — and we’re seeking someone who can shape and elevate our presence in this space.
As a Regional Marketing Manager, you will lead a local team, develop campaigns that resonate deeply with Malaysian clients, and operate with a high level of autonomy in a market where your impact will be immediate and visible.
If you’re passionate about fintech, have a deep understanding of the local landscape, and thrive in both strategic planning and hands-on execution, we’d love to connect with you.
Responsibilities
Drive regional market growth by adapting global marketing strategies to local trends, competitive dynamics, and cultural nuances
Lead, mentor, and align a local team (KOL, SMM/Community, PR/Events, and Content specialists), ensuring clear direction and smooth execution
Develop and execute quarterly marketing plans tailored to Malaysia and its client community
Own and manage the regional marketing budget, optimizing spend across channels to maximize efficiency and results
Leverage analytics tools to track campaign performance, analyze user behavior, and inform strategic decisions
Act as the key liaison between the local team and Global HQ, sharing insights and coordinating on global initiatives
Requirements
4+ years of marketing experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role managing a team of 3+ specialists (KOL, Content, PR, or SMM/Community) within fintech, crypto, retail trading, or a similar fast-paced industry
Strong expertise in organic growth and partnership-driven acquisition within the Malaysian market
Comprehensive understanding of 360° marketing, including brand building, influencer/KOL marketing, PR, community growth, performance marketing, and social media
Proven experience managing and optimizing regional marketing budgets of $50,000+ monthly, with a strong focus on reducing CPA and maximizing ROI
Hands-on experience with analytics tools such as Google Analytics 4, Tableau, or PowerBI, with the ability to interpret cohort data, traffic quality, and LTV
Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Confluence) to ensure alignment and timely execution
Native Malay proficiency and strong business-level English for cross-regional collaboration
Will be a plus
Experience sourcing, evaluating, and closing partnerships with Malaysian influencers, financial bloggers, media outlets, and local partners
Hands-on experience with mobile attribution platforms such as AppsFlyer or Adjust (including conversion tracking, fraud detection, and traffic quality analysis)
Understanding of financial advertising regulations and compliance in Malaysia
Familiarity with AI and automation tools to enhance content creation and campaign execution
We offer
- Experience a dynamic and engaging work environment
- 16 paid vacation days per year
- 14 paid sick leave days per year
- 11 days Public holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental expenses reimbursement
- Parking and commuting reimbursement
- Professional education budget
- Language learning budget
- Wellness budget (gym membership, sports gear and related expenses)