Head of Financial Advisor

UOB KAY HIAN WEALTH ADVISORS SDN. BHD.; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm located in Petaling Jaya is looking for a Sales Leadership & Business Development professional. The role involves driving sales strategies, managing business opportunities, ensuring compliance, and overseeing recruitment. Key tasks include managing incentive programs, planning corporate events, and handling client complaints. The ideal candidate should possess strong sales leadership experience in wealth management and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales leadership and business development in the financial services sector.
• Strong understanding of wealth management and financial advisory.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales strategies and generate business opportunities.
• Oversee recruitment and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Develop and manage incentive programs and campaigns.
• Plan corporate events and training sessions.
• Handle client complaints and implement compliance actions.

Job description

1. Sales Leadership & Business Development

Drive sales strategies, generate business opportunities, and strengthen relationships with SC, FIMM, FPAM, Fund Houses, Insurance Companies, and key partners.

Oversee recruitment of agency sales staff and ensure adherence to fit and proper requirements.

Communicate with agencies on events, policies, new products, and compliance matters.

Represent the company at industry functions and public events.

2. Awards & Incentive Management

Review annual budgets for marketing and sales-related initiatives.

Develop and manage incentive programs, awards, and elite club campaigns.

Monitor sales campaigns, product launches, and competitive activities.

3. Events Planning & Strategic Support

Participate in annual strategic planning, including setting sales targets and recruitment goals.

Plan and organize corporate events, product trainings, professional development days, and incentive trips.

4. Compliance & Licensing Oversight

Handle client complaints and liaise with legal counsel when required.

Implement disciplinary actions for non-compliance based on company policies.

Work with Compliance, Internal Audit, and Regulators to close identified gaps.

Ensure timely review and submission of regulatory reports (e.g., BNM, BSC reporting).

Unlock job insights

Your application will include the following questions:

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have in a wealth management?
• How many years' experience do you have as a financial planner?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Financial Advisory Manager?