Senior Manager, Strategy & Business Performance

AIA (Vietnam) Life Insurance; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

AIA Financial Services in Sydney is seeking a strategic leader to shape and monitor the business strategy and performance agenda. You will translate strategic priorities into practical business plans, measurable outcomes and delivery initiatives that drive sustainable growth and commercial performance.

The role requires partnering with senior leaders across Finance, Risk, Technology, People & Culture, Data & Analytics, Marketing and other functions to drive cross-functional initiatives,

Qualifications

• Significant experience in strategy, business performance, commercial management, business planning or related field.
• Experience in financial services, life insurance, wealth management or related industry is valued.
• Proven ability to translate strategy into practical plans and measurable outcomes.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to derive insights from complex information.

Responsibilities

• Define and refine the AIAFS strategy and business plan.
• Coordinate annual strategic and business planning aligned to priorities.
• Translate objectives into actionable initiatives, milestones and metrics.
• Monitor performance against plans, budgets and forecasts.
• Develop management reporting, dashboards and governance frameworks.

Skills

Strategy

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Data-driven insights

Job description

BE THE DIFFERENCE

At AIA we don't simply believe in being 'the best'. We believe in better - because there's no limit to how far 'better' can take us. Everything we do is driven by our purpose to make a difference by helping people embrace Healthier, Longer, Better Lives. And every one of our people has an important role to play. If you want to make a difference by helping shape a healthier, better-protected Australia, read on.

The Opportunity

This is a highly visible strategic leadership role within AIA Financial Services (AIAFS), partnering closely with the Head of AIAFS Enablement and the AIAFS Leadership Team to shape, execute and monitor the business strategy and performance agenda. You will play a key role in translating strategic priorities into practical business plans, measurable outcomes and delivery initiatives that drive sustainable growth, customer value and commercial performance.

The role offers the opportunity to:

• Influence the strategic direction and long-term success of AIA Financial Services.
• Partner with senior leaders across Finance, Risk, Technology, People & Culture, Data & Analytics, Marketing and other enterprise functions.
• Lead strategic planning, business performance monitoring and governance activities across AIAFS.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations that support executive decision-making.
• Drive cross-functional strategic initiatives and business improvement programs from concept through to implementation.
• Shape performance reporting, business planning and governance frameworks that improve accountability and business outcomes.
• Support the delivery of enhanced customer, adviser and employee experiences through continuous improvement and strategic execution.
• Contribute to a high-performing, commercially focused and values-led organisation operating within a regulated financial services environment.

To do this successfully you will:

• Support the development, execution and ongoing refinement of the AIAFS strategy and business plan.
• Coordinate annual strategic planning and business planning processes aligned to broader AIA Australia priorities.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable initiatives, delivery plans, milestones and performance measures.
• Monitor financial and non-financial performance against plans, budgets, forecasts and strategic objectives.
• Partner with Finance and business leaders to identify performance trends, risks, opportunities and required actions.
• Develop insightful management reporting, dashboards and performance frameworks that provide clear visibility of business outcomes.
• Coordinate and oversee the AIAFS strategic initiatives roadmap, including dependencies, risks, governance and benefits realisation.
• Support the development of business cases, options analysis and implementation plans for strategic initiatives.
• Facilitate collaboration across multiple stakeholders to drive alignment, accountability and successful delivery outcomes.
• Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, briefing papers and recommendations for senior leadership forums.
• Coordinate governance processes, management meetings, action tracking and decision documentation.
• Provide commercial analysis and strategic insights to support informed decision-making.
• Support communication and change initiatives that reinforce strategic priorities and business performance objectives.
• Promote continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, controls, reporting and operational effectiveness.
• Build strong partnerships across the business to ensure successful delivery of strategic and commercial outcomes.

Successful Applicants Will Demonstrate:

• Significant experience in strategy, business performance, commercial management, business planning, transformation or a related discipline.
• Experience within financial services, life insurance, wealth management, financial advice or a related industry will be highly regarded.
• Proven ability to translate business strategy into practical plans, measurable outcomes and successful delivery initiatives.
• Strong commercial acumen with a deep understanding of the drivers of business performance.
• Experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance management within complex organisations.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to derive insights from complex business and financial information.
• Demonstrated success coordinating and delivering cross-functional strategic or business improvement initiatives.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills, including the ability to achieve outcomes without direct authority.
• Experience preparing high-quality executive-level reports, presentations, business cases and management recommendations.
• Strong governance, reporting and performance management capability.
• Sound understanding of risk management, compliance and governance requirements within a regulated environment.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Fi