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Head of Operations (COO)

Head of Operations (COO)

RandstadKuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
1 day ago
Job description

About the role

The Regional Head of Operations, Asia is a strategic and operational leadership role. You will be accountable for establishing and managing a highly efficient, scalable, and customer-focused operational and technology backbone across the Asian division. This position acts as the ultimate owner of the end-to-end operational capability, whether delivered directly, via Group Shared Services, or through outsourcing, to unlock operational leverage, fuel sustainable regional growth, and ensure alignment with global Group strategy.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the operational agenda for the Asia division, driving consistency and excellence in service delivery and outcomes.
  • Translate divisional strategy into effective operational capabilities that support business growth and profitability.
  • Own the end-to-end operational capabilities, ensuring comprehensive support across all aspects of the business.
  • Champion operational transformation through end-to-end process optimization, automation, and the adoption of advanced technologies.
  • Serve as a catalyst for innovation, embedding digital capabilities, improving data quality, and aligning processes to Group enterprise architecture standards.
  • Actively champion the adoption of emerging AI technologies to drive efficiency while effectively navigating associated risks.
  • Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing divisional operations team with a global shared services mindset.
  • Foster strong cross-functional relationships across the Group and Division, promoting a culture of collaboration, transparency, and shared accountability.

Qualifications

  • Degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline
  • Proven experience in financial services environment.
  • Demonstrable success in leading strategic organizational change, with experience in Mergers & Acquisitions highly advantageous.
  • Extensive awareness of the regulatory environment and requirements that impact an operating entity's activities.
  • Experience operating effectively in a global environment and working with shared service models and international teams.
  • How to apply

    Interested candidate can click on the appropriate link for CV submission. Alternatively, you could email dylan(dot) (dot)com(dot)my for a confidential discussion

    Experience

    15 years

    Skills

    insurance,fintech,digital transformation

    Education

    Associate Degree / Diploma

    bachelors of degree

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