Head Of Investment Assurance

Zurich Insurance Company Ltd

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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First-line assurance activities
Identify, assess, mitigate risks
Establish and implement controls
** Zurich Insurance Company Ltd is seeking a Head of Investment Assurance for their Kuala Lumpur office, responsible for leading first-line assurance activities within Investment Management to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with policies. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in a relevant field, at least 7 years of experience in investment or related areas, and strong analytical and interpersonal skills. **

Job Summary

  • Leads the first-line assurance activities across Investment Management functions to identify, assess, and mitigate risks, as well as to establish and implement controls, ensuring the adherence to the established policies and procedures.
  • Provides strategic advisory to address assurance‑related challenges, including identification of control gaps, policy interpretation, while supporting effective decision‑making of senior management.
  • Promotes a strong control mindset and risk-aware culture in Investment Management, including providing quarterly team training on governance matters.

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** Zurich Insurance Company Ltd is seeking a Head of Investment Assurance for their Kuala Lumpur office, responsible for leading first-line assurance activities within Investment Management to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with policies. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in a relevant field, at least 7 years of experience in investment or related areas, and strong analytical and interpersonal skills. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • First-line assurance activities
  • Identify, assess, mitigate risks
  • Establish and implement controls
  • Adherence to policies and procedures
  • Oversight of investment activities
  • Bloomberg Front Office Systems
  • Promote control mindset and risk-aware culture

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic advisory to senior management
  • Continuous improvement of governance
  • Proactive monitoring of market developments
  • Challenging assumptions respectfully
  • Hands-on interest in process operations

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 7 years of relevant experience
  • Degree in Legal, Finance, Investment, Economics, Actuarial Science, Accounting
  • Experience in using Bloomberg Compliance functions
  • Strong understanding of BNM and/or SC regulatory requirements

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