Assistant Manager, Product Implementation (Life Insurance)

Allianz; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a motivated individual to support product development and implementation processes. The role involves coordinating with stakeholders, managing timelines, and conducting market research. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science and possess exceptional analytical and communication skills. You will be part of a team that values inclusivity and empowers employees to bring their whole selves to work. Join us to make an impact!

Qualifications

• Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and collaborative skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong project management abilities, able to monitor and manage multiple timelines.
• Good interpersonal and relational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support product implementation activities with stakeholders.
• Manage project timelines and arrange UAT activities.
• Prepare user requirements for new products.
• Oversee implementation of sales tools aligned with product developments.
• Conduct market research to assess competitiveness.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Networking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science or equivalent

Tools

AI tools like ChatGPT

Job description

Do you want to work in a high-trust culture where you'll feel empowered to make decisions that result in impact?

As part of the product development team, you will actively support the development and implementation process of a product or initiative under different distribution channels to be in line with the Company's overall product strategy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in handling and facilitating all product implementation activities with relevant internal stakeholders.
• Support the management of product and project timelines, including planning, arranging UAT activities with system owners, preparing user requirements, crafting test plans, and performing UAT.
• Prepare and submit user requirements (UR) for new products, and monitor submissions from other team members to ensure adherence to agreed timelines.
• Implement Day 2 tasks, which may include organizing and facilitating meetings, supporting UAT (if required), and managing UAT timelines and deployment with OPUS and/or Imagine/Kite e-sub platforms.
• Oversee the implementation of relevant sales tools in line with new product developments.
• Assist in conceptualizing product designs by gathering ideas from distribution channels, reinsurers, and market research.
• Conduct regular market research and intelligence to assess the competitiveness of products, including product, marketing, and underwriting campaigns.
• Liaise with reinsurers to finalize product ideas and requirements.
• Assist in preparing materials for product approval, drafting policy contracts, PDS/SI, training materials, and reviewing marketing materials.
• Understand product designs and scope out potential changes or enhancements needed for product administration, involving relevant departments to identify gaps and solutions.
• Handle all ad-hoc assignments as assigned by your superior.
• Leverage AI tools like ChatGPT for automating routine tasks and enhancing productivity.

Important to Your Success

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science or equivalent.
• Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and collaborative skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong project management abilities, able to monitor and manage multiple timelines.
• Good interpersonal and relational skills, with strong networking abilities.

Disclaimer: Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to every applicant. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of submitting your application, please assume that you have not been selected for this position.

Important: All updates regarding your application status will be communicated via email. Please ensure you frequently check your email for updates and further instructions.

Note: Allianz will not accept any forward unsolicited resumes from any source to our employees email other than directly from a candidate. We will not be responsible for any fees and charges impose.

We at Allianz believe in a strong inclusive culture that encourages people to speak their minds, get involved and question the status quo. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love, or what you believe in. We therefore welcome applications regardless of race, ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations.

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