UW Solutions Analyst, Consultant

AIA Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AIA Malaysia is seeking professionals to support underwriting automation and system enhancement initiatives through business analysis, testing, and production support. You’ll partner with business and technology stakeholders to improve underwriting processes, STP, and digital capabilities, helping to deliver better customer and regulatory outcomes.

This role suits those with experience in business analysis, system support, testing, and underwriting operations, who enjoy bridging business needs

Qualifications

• Experience in Business Analysis, System Support, Testing, or Insurance System Implementation.
• Hands-on experience supporting system development and UAT/SIT.
• Knowledge of underwriting processes and products.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and JIRA.

Responsibilities

• Support underwriting automation solutions and rules engines.
• Gather and translate business requirements into specs.
• Drive STP improvements and electronic submission platforms.
• Prepare test scenarios and coordinate issue resolution.
• Provide production support for underwriting systems.
• Support underwriting audits and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with business users, IT teams, and vendors on implementations.

Skills

Business Analysis

System Support

Testing

Insurance System Implementation

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Science / Life Sciences / Insurance / Information Systems / Business

Tools

JIRA

Job description

At AIA we’ve started an exciting movement to create a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone. It’s about finding new ways to not only better people's lives, but to better the communities and environments we live in. We need great Actuaries who want to be part of something bigger than finance alone. Because the better we can nurture our financial wellbeing as an organisation, the better we can support and make a difference for our customers when they need us most. By ensuring our products are well designed and priced, analysing business performance and ensuring proper management of insurance policies in-force, you’re not just safeguarding AIA’s financial wellbeing. You’re securing a better future for the people and communities we serve - today, tomorrow and for generations to come.

If that interests you, read on.

About The Role

Responsible for supporting underwriting automation and system enhancement initiatives through business analysis, testing, and production support. Partner with business and technology stakeholders to improve underwriting processes, Straight Through Processing (STP), and digital capabilities. This role is ideal for professionals with experience in Business Analysis, System Support, Testing, and Underwriting Operations who enjoy bridging business and technology to deliver better customer and operational outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, enhancement, testing (UAT/SIT), and maintenance of underwriting automation solutions and rules engines.
• Gather, analyse, and translate business requirements into functional specifications and system solutions.
• Drive system improvement initiatives for Straight Through Processing (STP), electronic submission platforms, and underwriting applications.
• Prepare and execute test scenarios, coordinate issue resolution, and perform post-deployment validation.
• Conduct impact analysis, defect investigation, and production support for underwriting systems.
• Support underwriting audit activities and ensure compliance with operational and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with business users, IT teams, and vendors on system implementation, enhancements, and transformation initiatives.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Science, Life Sciences, Insurance, Information Systems, Business, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in Business Analysis, System Support, Testing, or Insurance System Implementation.
• Hands-on experience supporting system development, enhancement, UAT/SIT, and production support.
• Knowledge of underwriting processes and insurance products, preferably within Life Insurance or Takaful.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in requirements gathering and impact analysis.
• Experience managing stakeholders and investigating system issues and defects.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA or equivalent.
• Strong communication, coordination, and documentation skills.
• Experience with underwriting rules engines, underwriting automation platforms, or digital underwriting solutions will be an added advantage.

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

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