Competence Development Specialist (1 Year Contract)

PRUDENTIAL ASSURANCE COMPANY SINGAPORE (PTE) LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Singapore is seeking a Competence Development Specialist to enhance the capability of sales staff in advisory processes. The role involves monitoring compliance, improving execution methodologies, and ensuring effective Pre-Transaction Checks. Ideal candidates will have 2 to 3 years of experience in a regulated environment, a degree or diploma, and relevant insurance licenses. Strong attention to detail and collaborative spirit are essential in this supportive role.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of relevant work experience in an insurance company or bank.
• Collaborative and personable team player.
• Independent and willing learner.

Responsibilities

• Promote awareness on standards related to Sales Advisory Process.
• Monitor and ensure seamless process of Pre-Transaction Checks.
• Coordinate submission of Fit and Proper Monitoring requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements

Exposure to working with sales representatives

Familiarity with Needs-Based Sales Advisory Process

High attention to details

Education

Degree / Diploma in any discipline

CMFAS M5, M9 and HI qualifications

Job description

Job Profile Summary

The Competence Development Specialist will report to the Team Lead of Competence Development and be part of the Distribution Risk unit who provide support by promoting salesforce competence in advisory processes, market conduct, and roles of sales staff. Ensures governance of Pre-Transaction Checks and Fit & Proper monitoring. Collaborates with Risk, L&D, and Distribution teams to deliver learning and coaching, while building strong relationships across the salesforce.

Job Description

• Assist in promoting awareness on standards with focus on Sales Advisory Process, Market Conduct, and Roles & Responsibilities of Sales Representatives and Supervisors
• Support the review of existing execution methodology and propose ideas and enhancements to improve effectiveness
• Monitor and ensure seamless end to end process of Pre-Transaction Checks (PTC) for One Agency’s new business submission, working closely with the outsource team to identify areas of weakness for remediation and quality improvement
• Coordinate the submission of Fit and Proper (F&P) Monitoring requirements and updating representatives in the PTC and F&P monitoring register.
• Maintain the applicable sanction tracker for Competence Development Team
• Identify and analyze key trends, highlighting any areas of concern that require attention and escalation to the relevant stakeholders for prompt remediation
• Participate in ad-hoc projects and initiatives as needed

Who we are looking for

Competencies & Personal Traits

• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements of the Financial Advisers Act and the Life Insurance Association of Singapore
• Exposure to working with sales representatives in a regulated environment.
• Familiarity with Needs-Based Sales Advisory Process.
• Independent and willing learner
• Collaborative and personable team player
• High attention to details

Working Experience

• 2 to 3 years of relevant work experience in an insurance company, bank or other MAS-regulated financial institution

Education / Professional Qualification

• Degree / Diploma in any discipline
• Relevant insurance license such CMFAS M5, M9 and HI qualifications will be an advantage