Assistant Manager, Partnership

NTT DATA Payment Services Sdn Bhd; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA Payment Services is seeking a Partnerships Manager to drive growth by launching new payment products and managing key external partners. You will work closely with schemes and merchants, supporting campaigns and delivering data-driven insights to optimize performance.

The role demands strong relationship-building, negotiation, and Excel proficiency, with 3–5 years in partnership management or business development. English is essential; Chinese is a plus.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Business Administration or related field.
• 3–5 years in partnership management, business development, or related area.
• Strong understanding of payment business dynamics, market trends, and regulation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and administrative skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in English; Chinese is an added advantage.
• Advanced Excel skills: Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, dashboards and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the launch of new payment products with external partners and internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with existing partners and stakeholders, providing ongoing support.
• Coordinate marketing initiatives and campaigns with payment schemes to drive adoption through merchants.
• Monitor and evaluate partnership performance; prepare reports and actionable recommendations.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of payment products including regulatory reporting.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as required by the superior.

Skills

Excel

Pivot Tables

VLOOKUP

Data analysis

Dashboards

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Postgraduate/Bachelor’s in Marketing or Business Admin

Job description

Develop and manage the launch of new payment products, working closely with external partners and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and successful implementation.

Build and maintain strong relationships with existing partners and stakeholders, providing ongoing support and addressing their needs effectively.

Support and coordinate marketing initiatives and campaigns with payment schemes and partners to drive customer adoption and usage through merchants and sales channels.

Monitor and evaluate partnership performance, preparing regular reports and providing actionable recommendations for improvement.

Oversee the day-to-day operations of payment products, including operational support and regulatory reporting requirements.

Perform ad-hoc duties and assignments as required by the immediate superior.

Requirements :

Candidate must possess at least Postgraduate Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, Professional Degree in Marketing, Business Administration or a related field.

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in partnership management, business development, administration or a related area.

Strong understanding of payment business dynamics, market trends and regulatory environments.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving and administrative skills with strong attention to detail.

A fun, energetic and positive team player who enjoys working in a dynamic environment.

People-oriented, hardworking and committed to delivering results.

Fast learner with a strong willingness to continuously develop new skills and knowledge.

Highly self-motivated, driven and passionate about achieving goals.

Strong relationship-building skills with excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication abilities.

Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of Chinese is an added advantage.

Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, data analysis, dashboards, and reporting.

Strong commercial acumen with experience in partnership management, stakeholder engagement, contract negotiation, and business development.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable business insights and recommendations.

Pay range and compensation package: Salary and compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Statement: NTT Data Payment Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Partnership Management Officer?
• Do you have experience using Microsoft Excel Vlookup?

At NTT DATA Payment Services, we empower businesses across Southeast Asia with reliable, secure, and innovative payment solutions—both online & offline.

With a strong presence in Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand, our reach spans more than 480,000 payment touchpoints across the region. As a one-stop payment solutions provider, we serve businesses of all sizes, from retail to enterprise, delivering seamless transaction experiences backed by over 30 years of industry expertise.

As part of NTT DATA Japan, one of the world’s top 10 global IT service providers, we combine deep local insights with world-class technology and innovation to help businesses grow & succeed in the digital economy.

At NTT DATA Payment Services, we empower businesses across Southeast Asia with reliable, secure, and innovative payment solutions—both online & offline.

With a strong presence in Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand, our reach spans more than 480,000 payment touchpoints across the region. As a one-stop payment solutions provider, we serve businesses of all sizes, from retail to enterprise, delivering seamless transaction experiences backed by over 30 years of industry expertise.

As part of NTT DATA Japan, one of the world’s top 10 global IT service providers, we combine deep local insights with world-class technology and innovation to help businesses grow & succeed in the digital economy.

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