Strategy & Planning, Principal
To play a key role in chipping in towards company’s growth, particularly in the areas of monitoring of key strategic critical metrics, strategic plan development, and special cross-functional strategic projects.
Job Description:
- Be responsible for the preparation and consolidation of financial results, business commentaries and materials for regular reporting to various management committees (e.g. regular business updates for EXCO, monthly/quarterly business review sessions with Group Office).
- Prepare communication materials on the business performance highlights for the company that will be used for various purposes, such as company results announcement, staff or agency events.
- Work closely with various divisions, and provide support in business performance analysis that enable substantial discussion and formulation of central initiatives by EXCO.
- Monitor the progress of key critical initiatives as part of the regular updates provided to EXCO.
- Perform in-depth competitor analysis, industry benchmarking and research for timely periodic communication to EXCO and Group.
- Stay ahead of key market trends, risks and opportunities.
- Provide support for the maintenance and enhancement of key management dashboards developed using Business Intelligence tools.
- Provide support for the planning process by collaborating with various departments to ensure quality and timeliness of their submissions.
Requirements:
- Graduate in Finance or Actuarial or other related professional qualification
- Minimum 6years of financial management/ tactical planning experience and a proven successful track record, ideally in a high growth business environment
- Possess an in-depth understanding of the financial field, demonstrated experience in budget and profitability management
- Strong understanding of insurance business management, ideally in the management of non-financial functions such as product development, operations or distribution
- Able to work independently and in a team, as well as being proactive and constantly aspiring for excellence
- Able to communicate and influence effectively with individuals and teams at all levels of the organisation and with external partners
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with Business Intelligence tools (e.g. Tableau)to draw insights is critical
