BFSI Consultant

UST; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a BFSI Subject Matter Expert with extensive knowledge in Malaysian banking. The role requires engagement with clients, presales support, and managing project deliveries with a focus on compliance and innovative solutions in the banking sector. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in BFSI, strong communication skills, and a degree in finance. A unique opportunity to shape financial solutions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in BFSI sector with deep expertise.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian banking regulations and compliance.
• Presales experience and capability to articulate solutions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagement as a trusted advisor in financial sector.
• Conduct requirement analysis and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Oversee project delivery and design technical solutions.

Skills

Communication

Client Engagement

Problem Solving

Presales Support

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Job description

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a BFSI Subject Matter Expert (SME) with deep domain expertise in Malaysian banking regulations (conventional/Islamic), core banking, payments, and asset & wealth management. The role involves client engagement, presales support, requirement analysis, and end-to-end project delivery for technical solutions in the financial sector.

Key Responsibilities:

1.Client Engagement & Presales Support:

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients (banks, fintech, insurers) during meetings, understanding their pain points and proposing solutions.
• Assist in presales activities, including RFPs, demos, and solution presentations.
• Build long-term client relationships through strong communication and domain credibility.

2.Requirement Analysis & Solutioning:

• Lead requirement-gathering workshops with banks/financial institutions.
• Translate business needs into technical specifications (e.g., core banking upgrades, payment gateways, digital asset management).
• Ensure compliance with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) regulations, Shariah law (for Islamic banking), and industry standards.

3.Project Delivery Ownership:

• Work with tech teams to design and deliver solutions (e.g., FinTech platforms, API integrations, regulatory reporting systems).
• Monitor project timelines, risks, and stakeholder expectations.

4.Industry Leadership:

• Stay updated on Malaysian banking trends, digital transformation, and regulatory changes.
• Represent the company in BFSI forums/working groups.

Must-Have Qualifications:

10+ years in BFSI, with expertise in:

• Core Banking Systems (Finacle, Temenos, Flexcube, etc.).
• Payments & Gateways (FPX, SWIFT, DuitNow, card networks).
• Asset/Wealth Management (conventional & Islamic).
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian banking regulations (BNM, Shariah compliance).
• Presales/client-facing experience (able to articulate solutions).
• Excellent communication (English + Bahasa Malaysia is preferred).
• Technical acumen – Understands APIs, Automation, cloud banking, and digital transformation.
• Holds at least a Bachelor's Degree in Finance or any related field.

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience in Islamic Finance (e.g., Sukuk, Takaful).
• Prior work with MNC banks or top Malaysian banks
• Certifications like CPA, FRM, or Islamic Finance credentials.