Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Hybrid role

About Dataswyft

At Dataswyft, we believe that people — not platforms — should own and control their personal data. Our mission is to make data ownership as fundamental as owning a bank account. Through our self-sovereign data infrastructure and the CheckD Dataswyft Wallet, we enable individuals and businesses to create Personal Data Accounts that unlock secure, and interoperable data flows through the CheckD Dataswyft Wallet. We're building the backbone of a new digital economy — one that’s private, human-first, and future-ready.

The Dataswyft Merchant Network is a key pillar of the wallet through issuing, holding and receiving proofs. Our Merchant network are receivers of proofs in the wallet and we are committed to expanding the network globally.

Role Description

We are seeking a driven and dynamic Sales and Business Development Manager to join our team in Malaysia. This role is responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, nurturing leads through the sales pipeline, and closing deals. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Sales and Marketing team to execute go-to-market strategies, grow revenue, and expand our customer base.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead Generation & Prospecting

• Proactively identify and research potential clients and partners across relevant sectors.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified sales leads.
• Attend networking events, industry expos, and trade shows to generate new business opportunities.

2. Sales Development & Closing

• Engage leads through calls, emails, meetings, and presentations to understand their needs.
• Deliver compelling product/service pitches tailored to client requirements.
• Manage the full sales cycle, including proposal preparation, negotiation, and closing deals.
• Achieve or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.

3. Client Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients and key decision-makers.
• Act as the main point of contact post-sale to ensure client satisfaction and identify upselling opportunities.