Manager Business Development

Howden; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance broker in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Business Development professional. The role supports the Head of Office in engaging partners, executing marketing events, and maintaining records. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years in Business Development or Private Banking. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant working experience in Business Development or Private Banking.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Malaysia Office in engaging key partners.
• Plan and execute business development activities.
• Maintain organized records related to business development.

Skills

Business Development experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Job description

About Us

With over 40 years of industry experience, Howden Private Wealth is the preferred wealth planning partner to the world’s most respected private banks, family offices, law and tax advisory firms. As an independent insurance broker, we specialise in procuring insurance products for UHNW individuals globally.

We have representatives across Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Geneva, Zurich, Dubai and the U.S. As we are ardent believers in providing holistic solutions, being part of the Howden Group also enables us to help our UHNW clients address their other insurance needs (such as their art insurance to political risk insurance) globally through the Howden network.

The Howden Group is proud to build a business that brings together entrepreneurial teams with the best expertise and talent from all over the world. As the largest independent European broker with an international network, it strongly believes in putting its people first, knowing that profits will follow and clients are the ones who will truly benefit.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Malaysia Office or CEO in engaging key partners to increase sales activities and business penetration

• Plan and execute business development activities, including marketing events planning and management

• Assist in the preparation and documentation of business development proposals, presentations, and reports

• Maintain organized records and documentation related to business development activities

• Respond to inquiries and requests for information promptly and professionally

• Collaborate with marketing to ensure alignment of messaging and promotional materials with business development objectives

• Maintain and build long-term relationships with existing and new partners

Job Requirements

• Possess at least a Bachelor degree in any discipline

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant working experience in Business Development, Private Banking or HNW space, especially wealth planning and insurance team will be a plus

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• Strong team player with organizational and time-management skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Self-motivated and detail-minded with good project management ability