Regional Marketing Manager - Malay Speaker

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Hiring Remotely in Malaysia
Remote
Mid level
Fintech • Professional Services • Sales • Consulting
The Role
Lead Malaysia marketing by adapting global strategy to local needs, manage and mentor a local team, develop quarterly plans, allocate and optimize regional budgets, use analytics to monitor campaigns, and coordinate with Global HQ.
Summary Generated by Built In

This is an exciting opportunity for an established marketing manager to take full ownership of one of our most dynamic and fast-growing markets. Malaysia sits at the intersection of high adoption, financial innovation, and a deeply engaged trading community - and we are looking for the right person to shape our presence here.

As Regional Marketing Manager, you will lead a dedicated local team, craft campaigns that truly resonate with Malaysia clients, and have the autonomy to make real decisions in a market where your work will have immediate, visible impact.

If you are passionate about fintech, understand the local landscape, and enjoy both strategy and hands-on execution - we would love to meet you.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the regional market growth by adapting the global marketing strategy to local market specifics and trends, informed by continuous monitoring of the competitive landscape, and cultural shifts
  • Directly manage, mentor, and synchronize a local team (KOL, SMM/Community, PR/Events, Сontent specialists), setting the direction, removing blockers, and creating an efficient environment 
  • Develop quarterly marketing plans for locally relevant strategies for Malaysia and its client community
  • Manage the regional marketing budget, allocating spend across channels based on performance data, and continuously looking for ways to improve efficiency and results
  • Use analytics platforms to monitor campaign performance, understand user behaviour, and guide your team's priorities
  • Serve as the key connection point between your local team and Global HQ - sharing market insights and coordinating on global campaigns
Requirements
  • 4+ years of marketing experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role overseeing a team of 3 or more specialists (e.g., KOL, Content, PR, or SMM/Community) in fintech, crypto, retail trading, or a comparable fast-moving industry
  • Expertise in organic and partnership-driven acquisition in Malaysia
  • Strong understanding of marketing 360, including brand building, KOL/Influence marketing, PR, community growth, performance marketing, and SMM
  • Proven experience directly allocating and optimizing monthly regional marketing budgets ranging from $50,000, skilled at driving down CPA and maximizing ROI
  • Solid hands-on experience with any of the following analytics tools: Google Analytics 4, Tableau, PowerBI with the ability to interpret cohort data, traffic quality, and LTV trends
  • Experience with project management tools (Jira, Asana, or Confluence) to keep teams aligned and campaigns on track
  • Native Malay and fluent in business English for daily communication with the cross-regional teams
Will be a plus
  • Strong background in sourcing, auditing, and closing complex deals with Malaysia influencers, financial bloggers, media contacts and local partners
  • Hands-on proficiency with mobile attribution platforms – AppsFlyer or Adjust, including conversion tracking, traffic quality analysis, and fraud detection
  • Knowledge of financial advertising compliance in Malaysia
  • Familiarity with AI and automation tools to support content and campaign production
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)

Skills Required

  • 4+ years of marketing experience with at least 2 years in a leadership role overseeing a team of 3+ specialists in fintech, crypto, retail trading, or comparable fast-moving industry
  • Expertise in organic and partnership-driven acquisition in Malaysia
  • Strong understanding of full-funnel marketing: brand building, KOL/influence marketing, PR, community growth, performance marketing, and SMM
  • Proven experience allocating and optimizing monthly regional marketing budgets around $50,000, driving down CPA and maximizing ROI
  • Hands-on experience with analytics tools (Google Analytics 4, Tableau, PowerBI) and ability to interpret cohort data, traffic quality, and LTV trends
  • Experience with project management tools (Jira, Asana, or Confluence)
  • Native Malay speaker
  • Fluent business English for cross-regional communication
  • Expertise in monitoring competitive landscape and adapting global strategy to local market specifics
  • Background in sourcing, auditing, and closing complex deals with Malaysian influencers and media contacts
  • Proficiency with mobile attribution platforms (AppsFlyer or Adjust) including conversion tracking and fraud detection
  • Knowledge of financial advertising compliance in Malaysia
  • Familiarity with AI and automation tools to support content and campaign production
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The Company
200 Employees
Year Founded: 2006

What We Do

AffiliateUp is a multinational outsourcing company specializing in global business solutions and customer support. The company helps businesses grow globally by increasing revenue, improving retention, and enhancing customer experience. Their core expertise includes business development, commercial assistance, technical support, and digital content services, with a particular focus on supporting clients within the FinTech industry through innovative and profitable solutions.

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