Assistant Manager, Agency Strategy and Planning (GETB)

Great Eastern Life; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is looking for an Assistant Manager in the Agency Strategy and Planning Office. The successful candidate will play a key role in strategy development, contest management, and business planning to enhance agency performance. The role demands strong analytical skills, effective communication in English and Bahasa, and a proactive approach to process improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the industry, preferably with knowledge of Takaful.
• Strong English and Bahasa communication skills.
• Proven ability to work in team settings and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Support strategy development and contest management.
• Analyze agency's monthly business performance.
• Prepare presentation slides for HOD and CEO.

Skills

Business Acumen

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Formal degree or higher

Job description

Job Description - Assistant Manager, Agency Strategy and Planning (GETB) (250000C8)

Job Number:

250000C8

About the Job

Job Purpose:

You are responsible for supporting the Agency Strategy and Planning Office in strategy development, contest management, key events coordination, and business planning activities.

Job Description:

• Support strategy development, contest management, and business planning activities through preparing EAFs, SEAFs, BRM, Warzone decks, and related documents.
• Assist in analyzing the agency's monthly business performance, trends, and contest take-up rates.
• Obtain relevant industry information, such as government policies, to aid decision-making in implementing new strategies.
• Prepare post-contest assessments and conduct regular reviews.
• Ensure timely submission of reports and business papers to the HOD as instructed.
• Prepare presentation slides for the HOD, CEO, and relevant stakeholders to communicate the company's direction and goals for agency members.
• Provide ad-hoc support to supervisors by completing tasks promptly.

Job Requirements:

• Possess a formal degree or higher; professional qualifications are an advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the industry, with relevant knowledge of the Takaful environment.
• Strong business acumen and sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English and Bahasa.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High integrity, accountability, and a positive attitude towards teamwork.
• Initiative to improve current processes and adaptability to change.

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