Head, Business Information Technology

Great Eastern; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent insurance company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Head, Business Information and Technology to lead the Business IT function supporting operations. This role requires strategic leadership and oversight of Business Analyst, Application Support, and Data Analyst teams. The ideal candidate will ensure technology effectively meets business needs and adheres to regulatory standards. This is an opportunity to shape the digital landscape and drive innovation in the insurance sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading IT functions that support business operations.
• Strong strategic leadership and operational insight.
• Ability to implement best practices for technology compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Business IT function supporting business operations.
• Oversee Business Analyst, Application Support, and Data Analyst teams.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Job description

As a LIFE company, our customers are at the heart of all that we do. Being one of Asia’s leading insurer for over a century, we have built a long-lasting legacy of trust with our customers over many generations. At the foundation of this trust is Integrity, Initiative,andInvolvement– from the way we treat every customer relationship with honesty and transparency, to our proactive approach of delivering the best possible solutions in both life and general insurance.

Integrity, Initiative,andInvolvementis what guides us. It is what makes us do the right thing, take the lead, and choose ‘we’ over ‘me’. Our mission is to make life great for our customers because we understand what matters most to them, and we know how to help them protect it.

If you are looking to grow in an enriching career filled with opportunities and potential, we are seeking an experienced professional to join our team as Head, Business Information and Technology for Great Eastern General Malaysia.

Job Purpose

The Head of Business IT (BIT) is responsible for leading the Business IT function that directly support business operations, including Business Analyst, Application Support, Data Analyst & reporting including the IT Operation outsourcing to Group IT. This role involves strategic leadership, operational insight, and the implementation of best practices to ensure effective use of technology in meeting business needs besides complying with regulatory requirement. The position is responsible to ensure the day