Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

HyreWise; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 500.000.000 - 1.000.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent national bank in Indonesia seeks a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead strategic growth and innovation. The ideal candidate has 20+ years of C-suite experience in financial services, strong stakeholder management, and a deep understanding of the Indonesian banking landscape. This leadership role involves setting the strategic direction, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering a high-performance culture. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply confidentially. The organization values diversity and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in banking or financial services.
• Deep understanding of the Indonesian banking landscape and regulations.
• Experience with Syariah banking products is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Set the strategic direction of the bank and drive business performance.
• Lead the executive leadership team to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Oversee risk management and ensure compliance with regulations in Indonesia.

Skills

Leadership at C-suite level

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Communication skills in Bahasa Indonesia and English

Education

MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree

Job description

Our client, a prominent and respected bank in Indonesia, is seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organization through its next phase of growth, innovation, and market leadership. This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished executive with a proven track record in the financial services sector to take the helm of a major institution with national impact

About the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) opportunity:

The CEO will be responsible for setting the strategic direction of the bank, driving sustainable business performance, ensuring operational excellence, and upholding the highest standards of governance and regulatory compliance

• Develop and execute the bank’s long-term strategic plan in alignment with regulatory requirements, shareholder expectations, and national financial priorities
• Lead and inspire the executive leadership team to deliver strong financial performance, operational efficiency, and service excellence
• Oversee risk management, governance frameworks, and compliance with Indonesian banking regulations
• Drive customer-centric innovation, including digital transformation and adoption of modern banking technologies
• Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators, investors, business partners, and other key stakeholders
• Promote a high-performance organizational culture grounded in integrity, accountability, and collaboration
• Identify and develop new growth opportunities, including enhancement of Syariah banking products and distribution channels where appropriate.

The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader with deep industry expertise, strong stakeholder management capabilities, and demonstrated success at the C-suite level

Skills and experience needed:

• Proven leadership at the C-suite level (CEO, Deputy CEO, COO, CFO, or equivalent) within a sizable and regulated financial institution
• Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in the banking or broader financial services industry
• Deep understanding of the Indonesian banking landscape, regulatory environment, and financial market dynamics
• Strong financial acumen, strategic thinking skills, and stakeholder-management capability
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree from a reputable institution (preferred)
• Experience with Syariah banking products or Syariah distribution models is highly desirable
• Exceptional communication skills in Bahasa Indonesia and English

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a respected national bank with ambitious growth objectives. Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV in confidence. All applications will be treated with the highest level of discretion

HyreWise is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees