Account Director, Financial Institutions - APAC

TRM Labs is a blockchain intelligence company committed to fighting crime and creating a safer world. By leveraging blockchain data, threat intelligence, and advanced analytics, our products empower governments, financial institutions, and crypto businesses to combat illicit activity and global security threats. At TRM, you'll join a mission-driven, fast-paced team made up of experts in law enforcement, data science, engineering, and financial intelligence, tackling complex global challenges daily. Whether analyzing blockchain data, developing cutting-edge tools, or collaborating with global organizations, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact.

The Sales Account Director for APAC Private Sector will join a team driving TRM’s go-to-market strategy in the APAC Private Sector market. Their goal will be to expand and strengthen our foothold in the space. We're looking for a customer-obsessed, consultative salesperson to own the entire sales process with new and existing customers. This person will be knowledgeable about the blockchain intelligence discipline within APAC Financial Institutions, and feel comfortable navigating complex APAC Private Sector processes to close six and seven-figure deals.

The impact you will have

Connect with current and net new key stakeholders within your territory and identify what matters to them, what are their potential mission applications, who holds budgets, who makes decisions, who influences decisions, who owns which process

Spearhead the implementation of blockchain intelligence into many customers workflows for the first time, driving towards intimate understanding of the customers' application of TRMs tooling and data to proactively find ways to improve the customers success

Own, plan, execute, and / or quarterback activities to nurture client relationships, feedback loops, referrals, renewals, upsells, cross-sells, expansions

Create and execute strategic plans for your territory to not only ensure company goals are met across key revenue and churn metrics, but also new growth opportunities are discovered and pursued

Hone TRM product and customer vertical subject matter expertise to enrich every stage of the sales process from demonstrations to trial to customer advisory sessions to innovation workshops

Proactively gather and prioritise customer feedback and champion it within TRM

Develop a roster of happy customers that will refer new prospects, champion TRM, and provide crucial feedback

What we’re looking for

At least 8+ years of experience selling SaaS products into APAC Financial Institutions, specifically financial crime and / or fraud teams

Strong knowledge of APAC Financial Institutions is a firm requirement as well as their workflows, procurement processes, and organisational structures

Strong customer-facing presentation / listening skills with the ability to establish credibility with senior executives

Familiarity with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulatory framework

A knack for storytelling. You have the ability understand customer needs and build + convey compelling value propositions

Farmer. You find excitement or fulfilment through developing meaningful client relationships, identifying new use cases, obsessing over customer happiness, meeting new contacts within accounts, and closing deals

Adaptable. Goals can change fast. You anticipate and react quickly

Autonomous. You own what you work on. You move fast and get things done

Excellent communication. You will need to communicate complex ideas effectively

Collaborative. You must work collaboratively in a cross-functional team and with people at all levels in an organisation

Experience with virtual currencies, applications, and their use in financial networks is a plus

German and / or Italian language skills are preferred

About the Team

Our team thrives on collaboration, always looking out for each other by sharing opportunities and competitive insights. We actively exchange ideas and strategies to boost each other's sales efforts. Communication is key, and we primarily use Slack, making sure to @mention colleagues for timely responses. Our routine includes weekly 1-on-1 meetings with managers, bi-weekly team meetings, and monthly Pod meetings with the broader support organisation. Above all, we prioritise our customers' missions, and this dedication is reflected in every aspect of our TRM life

Learn about TRM Speed in this position

Rapid Opportunity Assessment : You'll swiftly qualify or disqualify opportunities to ensure a strong, future-focused pipeline. Your goal is to add more than $500k in qualified pipeline each month, targeting next quarter and beyond.

Sales Campaigns : You'll develop two new sales campaigns each month to accelerate pipeline growth, with a focus on generating in-quarter opportunities.

Strategic Sales Planning : You'll regularly update and evaluate a strategic sales plan for all Tier 1 current customers and identify potential Tier 1 prospects on a monthly basis.

Life at TRM Labs Leadership Principles

Our LPs are foundational elements of our strategy, guiding how we make decisions, how we treat each other, and how we behave day-to-day.

Impact-Oriented Trailblazer – We put customers first, driving for speed, focus, and adaptability.

Master Craftsperson – We prioritize speed, high standards, and distributed ownership.

Inspiring Colleague – We value humility, candor, and a one-team mindset.

Accelerate your Career

Join a mission-driven team of industry leaders and make a real-world impact—disrupting terrorist networks, recovering stolen funds, and more. At TRM, you will :

Work alongside top experts and learn every day.

Embrace a growth mindset with development opportunities tailored to your role.

Take on high-impact challenges in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Thrive in a culture of coaching, where feedback is fast, direct, and built to help you level up. We expect everyone to both give and receive feedback as part of how we get better—together.

What to Expect at TRM

TRM moves fast—really fast. We know a lot of startups say that, but we mean it. We operate with urgency, ownership, and high standards. As a result, you’ll be joining a team that’s highly engaged, mission-driven, and constantly evolving.

To support this intensity, we’re also intentional about rest and recharge. We offer generous benefits, including PTO, Holidays, and Parental Leave for full time employees.

That said,

TRM may not be the right fit for everyone . If you're optimizing for work life balance, we encourage you to :

Ask your interviewers how they personally approach balance within their teams, and

Reflect on whether this is the right season in your life to join a high-velocity environment.

Be honest with yourself about what energizes you—and what drains you

We’re upfront about this because we want every new team member to thrive—not just survive.

Thrive as a Global Team

As a remote-first company, TRM Labs is built for global collaboration.

We cultivate a strong remote culture through clear communication, thorough documentation, and meaningful relationships.

We invest in offsites, regional meetups, virtual coffee chats, and onboarding buddies to foster collaboration.

By prioritizing trust and belonging, we harness the strengths of a global team while staying aligned with our mission and values.

Join our mission! We’re looking for team members who thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments and love building from the ground up. TRM is remote-first, with an exceptionally talented global team. If you enjoy solving tough problems and seeing your work make a difference for billions of people, we want you here. Don’t worry if your experience doesn’t perfectly match a job description— we value passion, problem-solving, and unique career paths. If you’re excited about TRM’s mission, we want to hear from you.

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