Reporting to the Vice President of Planning, this role acts as a key liaison with our Head Office (HO) in Tokyo and will support in driving MSIG's growth strategy across our business units in Asia (BUs) by planning, formulating, and reviewing strategies with a strong focus on corporate governance.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning & Performance Management: Lead strategic planning for the Asia region. Monitor and drive achievement of key financial targets (GWP, underwriting results, PAT). Ensure compliance with business excellence standards.
- Business Expansion & Transformation: Drive initiatives to position MSIG as a market leader in Asia. Leverage digital technologies, promote synergy across BUs, and identify opportunities for M&A and strategic partnerships.
- Initiative Lead: Serve as the regional lead for the managing general agent (MGA) initiative, coordinating and facilitating communication between BUs and the Singapore-based MGA to support regional profitability. Lead regional initiatives within the Planning department. Contribute digital expertise to accelerate regional initiatives.
- Corporate Governance: Continuously strengthen corporate governance practices for the Asia region. Oversee the arrangement and management of Board of Directors and Executive Committee meetings.
- Reporting & Coordination: Deliver accurate and timely reporting to Head Office in Tokyo. Build and maintain strong relationships with the management team and relevant departments.
Requirements
- Degree in Engineering
- Minimum 10 years of experience in the general insurance industry, with experience in corporate planning, operations, and business development.
- Strong understanding of the general insurance industry, including political, social, and economic dynamics in Asia.
- Proven experience in digital innovation and transformation initiatives, including AI strategy development, and collaboration with external vendors and partners
- Experience managing cross-border projects and working effectively within global or regional structures
- Proficiency in written and spoken Japanese to communicate effectively with stakeholders and senior management at Head Office
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with a strategic mindset, financial acumen, and ability to collaborate effectively across multiple BUs
