Chief Agency Strategy & Transformation Leader

Prudential plc; Manila; On-site; PHP 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Prudential plc in Manila seeks an executive to lead Agency Strategy and Transformation, partnering with the CAO and sales leadership to shape growth, optimize distribution, and align strategic initiatives with financial targets.

You will drive market analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and change management while ensuring compliance with Pru Life UK standards. The ideal candidate has 10–15 years in senior sales or distribution roles within life insurance and a business-focused degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field.
• In-depth knowledge of the life insurance industry, especially in sales and distribution channels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize sales and distribution channels.
• Identify new market opportunities and innovative distribution methods.
• Lead strategic initiatives to enhance sales performance and market penetration.
• Lead and monitor transformation initiatives in the division.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to inform strategic decisions related to sales and distribution.
• Collaborate with the CAO and sales leadership to drive strategic initiatives within the distribution and sales functions.
• Foster a culture of strategic thinking and innovation within the sales and distribution teams.
• Provide guidance and support to sales managers in developing and executing their strategic plans.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure the successful implementation of strategies.
• Conduct thorough market analysis to identify growth opportunities and risks in sales and distribution.
• Analyze competitors and develop strategies to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of current sales strategies and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure that strategic sales initiatives are financially viable.
• Develop and manage budgets for strategic sales projects.
• Monitor sales performance and adjust strategies as necessary to meet financial and sales targets.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement within the sales and distribution functions.
• Lead change management initiatives to support strategic sales goals.
• Ensure that the sales and distribution teams remain agile and responsive to market changes.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including brokers, agents, and distribution partners.
• Communicate the division’s strategic vision and progress to sales, distribution and PLUK stakeholders.
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences focused on sales and distribution.
• Ensure that all company policies, procedures, programs and instruction are carried out
• Be familiar and understand Pru Life UK Compliance Standards. Must be fully aware of his/her responsibilities and competent to carry them out to the required standards. Must report all compliance matters openly and honestly to their Compliance Officer in accordance with the reporting requirements operated by the Compliance Officer. Must operate a process within his/her department to ensure that all relevant compliance matters are identified and reported.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Business storytelling

Market analysis

Competitive intelligence

Financial analysis

Budget management

Change management

Innovation

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field

Job description

Prudential plc in Manila seeks an executive to lead Agency Strategy and Transformation, partnering with the CAO and sales leadership to shape growth, optimize distribution, and align strategic initiatives with financial targets.

You will drive market analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and change management while ensuring compliance with Pru Life UK standards. The ideal candidate has 10–15 years in senior sales or distribution roles within life insurance and a business-focused degree.