Total 2 job vacancies by Chemin

As a Part-Time Project Associate, you will support the Delivery Team at Chemin, working closely with our Project Delivery Executives to ensure the successful execution of Japanese-language AI data annotation projects.

In this role, you will be responsible for operational delivery and quality oversight, acting as the main point of contact for Japanese-speaking annotators. As the internal team does not speak Japanese, this role is critical in ensuring that annotations meet quality standards before submission to clients.

You will report to the Project Delivery Executive and play a hands-on role in managing people, processes, and quality across ongoing projects that support AI advancements across multiple industries.

Responsibilities

Your primary focus will be supporting operations within the Project Delivery function, including:

• Providing day-to-day operational support to ensure Japanese-language projects are delivered on time and to a high standard
• Assisting with project setup, planning, and guideline development
• Managing and supporting a remote team of Japanese-speaking annotators
• Acting as the language quality gatekeeper for Japanese annotations, ensuring submissions meet required accuracy and quality thresholds (target: 95%)
• Guiding annotators through questions and challenges via internal communication platforms
• Performing detailed quality checks to catch language, formatting, and annotation errors before client submission
• Handling project administration tasks in line with internal and client standards
• Communicating clearly with internal stakeholders on project progress, risks, and quality issues

Work Arrangements

• Fully remote or hybrid (option to work from our Damansara Heights office - Kuala Lumpur, on Mondays and Fridays)
• Minimum contract period: 3 months (renewable based on performance)
• Immediate availability required (target start: April 2026 onwards)

• Fluent in Japanese (Native or N2 required)

• Strong proficiency in written and spoken English
• 0–2 years of experience in project management, operations, or people management in any capacity
• Prior experience managing tasks, timelines, or contributors (work, internship, freelance, or extracurricular)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify language and annotation errors
• Fast learner, self-driven, and comfortable working in fast-paced project environments
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially when guiding remote contributors
• Technically competent in Google Workspace, particularly spreadsheets

Bonus (Nice to Have)

• Experience working on data annotation, language, or AI-related projects
• Background in linguistics, language studies, or similar fields
• Prior experience working with or for AI/data companies or competitors
• Proficiency in additional languages
  
  

Benefits

• Be part of one of Malaysia’s exciting AI-enabled companies in the tech industry
• Earn RM14 per hour, with flexible hours depending on project workload
• Work in a collaborative, fast-growing environment where your work has real impact
• Receive regular performance feedback and career development support
• Gain hands-on experience supporting global AI projects
• Use Chemin as a platform to showcase your skills and drive real results
  

As Chemin continues to scale, we are strengthening our Client Solution function to support our growth and expand our partnerships with companies looking to adopt AI solutions. We are looking for an experienced Business Development Executive (B2B) to play a key role in identifying opportunities, building client relationships, and driving revenue growth.

This role reports to the Head of Sales, who will retain responsibility for overall sales strategy, key partnerships, and commercial negotiations. Serving as a core partner to the team, you will drive day-to-day business development activities, from prospecting and outreach to managing client conversations and supporting the sales cycle. You will engage with potential clients, understand their business challenges, and position Chemin’s AI capabilities as solutions that help them grow and operate more effectively.

Lead Generation & Market Research

• Identify and source potential clients through research, platforms, and outbound channels
• Qualify leads based on defined criteria and business needs
• Maintain and update lead databases and CRM systems
• Support the BD team with market insights and competitor analysis

Sales & Client Support

• Assist in preparing pitch decks, proposals, and sales materials
• Coordinate meetings, demos, and follow-ups with prospective clients
• Act as an initial point of contact for inbound and outbound leads
• Support handover of qualified leads to Client Solutions or Sales teams

Pipeline & Reporting

• Track lead progress and sales pipeline updates
• Prepare regular reports on lead generation performance and conversion rates
• Ensure accurate documentation and data hygiene in systems

• 1 - 3 years of experience in business development, sales support, or lead generation (tech or B2B environment preferred)
• Strong research, organisation, and communication skills
• Comfortable with outbound outreach and relationship building
• Ability to work independently in a lean, collaborative environment
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus