Director, Partnerships (Bancassurance)

Director, Partnerships | Bancassurance | Kuala Lumpur

This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned bancassurance leader to take full strategic ownership of high-value partnerships. Our client is a leading life insurer with a strong regional presence, seeking a Key Account Director to drive the performance, profitability, and digital evolution of their bancassurance model - with a specific focus on the High Net Worth segment. Based in Kuala Lumpur, this permanent role will challenge and reward in equal measure.

Why Apply?

Step into an executive-level position where your strategic vision and commercial acumen will genuinely shape business outcomes. You'll hold full P&L accountability, drive meaningful transformation, and have the platform to make a lasting impact within a forward-thinking, globally connected organisation.

The Role

Lead the end-to-end strategic development and commercial performance of key bancassurance partnerships.

• Own full P&L accountability for strategic bank partnerships, ensuring long-term profitability and sustainable growth
• Lead the development and execution of HNW bancassurance strategies, including product propositions and customer journeys
• Drive digital transformation across partnerships, embedding data-driven insights, digital sales tools, and scalable servicing models
• Serve as the primary senior interface with bank partners, resolving complex commercial and operational matters
• Align internal stakeholders across Products, Operations, Technology, Risk, and Compliance to deliver on partner commitments
• Oversee sales productivity, governance, and regulatory compliance across bancassurance channels
• Lead, coach, and build capability within senior sales and account management teams

What We're Looking For

An accomplished senior leader with deep bancassurance expertise and a digital-forward mindset.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field; MBA an advantage
• 12-15 years of experience in bancassurance, insurance, or financial services
• Proven P&L ownership and key partnership management track record
• Strong understanding of HNW and affluent segments within bancassurance distribution models
• Exposure to digital transformation or digital sales initiatives
• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills

Ready to lead at the highest level? Apply now and a member of our team will be in touch.

JTK Number: JTKSM 995 | Company Registration Number: 201301019088 (1048918-T)