Communication Specialist, Consultant

AIA Hong Kong; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance company in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Corporate Communications Specialist. This role involves developing clear messaging for healthcare-related updates, managing internal and customer communications, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in communications and have 3–5 years of corporate experience. Proficiency in design tools and exceptional writing skills in English are essential, while knowledge of Bahasa Malaysia or Mandarin is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in corporate communications, preferably in insurance, healthcare, or financial services.
• Knowledge of Bahasa Malaysia and/or Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely communications aligned with brand tone.
• Develop internal communications including newsletters and video messages.
• Manage customer-facing communication strategies.
• Serve as editor-in-chief for Health Services communications.
• Monitor communication effectiveness and suggest improvements.

Skills

Exceptional writing and editing skills

Strong understanding of digital communication platforms

Ability to simplify complex healthcare information

Organized and detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Content management systems (CMS)

Job description

FIND YOUR 'BETTER' 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.

We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you believe in better, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

The incumbent plays a pivotal role in ensuring that healthcare-related updates and messages are communicated clearly, effectively, to the agents and customers. This position is responsible for developing and delivering communication content that supports the channel understanding and adoption, while ensuring alignment with corporate messaging and regulatory requirements. The role also ensures communication materials are tailored to audience needs and effectively support channel engagement objectives.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure all communications are accurate, timely, and aligned with brand tone and regulatory requirements. Work closely with cross‑functional teams to understand upcoming initiatives and proactively plan communication needs.
• Develop and execute a variety of internal communications including newsletters, video messages and general communications.
• Develop and manage customer‑facing communication strategies. Simplify complex healthcare updates for agents and customers.
• Serve as “editor‑in‑chief” for Health Services communications. Ensure alignment with Corporate Communications and Marketing on key messages.
• Monitor and evaluate communication effectiveness and suggest improvements.
• Ensure all communications adhere to internal governance frameworks and approval processes.
• Maintain an organized repository of communications for reference, audit, and knowledge continuity.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in communications (i.e. Mass Communication, Business Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Journalism) or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in corporate communications, preferably in insurance, healthcare, or financial services.

Preferred skills and competencies:

• Exceptional writing and editing skills in English (Bahasa Malaysia and/or Mandarin are a plus).
• Strong understanding of digital communication platforms and user behaviour.
• Ability to translate complex healthcare or product information into clear, engaging messages.
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), basic design tools, or analytics platforms is an advantage.
• Proficient in design and publishing software (Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, etc.)

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

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