Job Summary Zurich Malaysia is looking for a Head of Investment Solutions to enhance the performance and oversight of its Investment Linked/Unit Linked Platform and management of the external fund managers performance in relation to investment linked. The Head of Investment Solutions will (i) formulate the direction for Malaysia's investment linked platform; (ii) work with in-house asset manager on the performance of the investment linked fund; (iii) monitoring of the performance of external fund manager, and improvement of the monitoring process; (iv) Lead initiatives around Unit Linked platform in respect of new products/opportunities, and on-going management of current products; (v) Plan and develop marketing materials and education to aid distribution effort. Key Tasks & Accountabilities Key Function Responsibilities Oversee the management of the company's (both conventional and takaful) investment linked portfolio of AuM RM 1.9 bil, comprised of local and foreign strategies. Work with the Life Distribution team on the provision of investment content into the product development/ and distribution effort (including marketing collateral, and investment content pitches) to prospective prospects/ and existing clients. Drive the development of investment solutions, and product design with the Life Distribution team; as well as support marketing initiatives and investor roadshow presentations. Lead discussion with external fund managers on performance and strategies to enhance performance. Lead in project management on the agreed initiatives. Working closely with various parties and engaging stakeholders in delivering the outcome. Implement Group best-practice standards around the investment linked asset management function. Improvement in the process of investment linked related matters and documentation. Lead the local efforts for the exploration and exploitation of risk-premia to increase returns in close collaboration with central Group Investment Management resources. Business Accountabilities Lead indirect / direct reports by setting individual objectives, reviewing performance/appraisals and providing ongoing feedback on a formal and informal basis so that employees are aware of what they are required to achieve, and how they perform against their objectives; Lead and direct the effective execution of all Investment Management processes ensuring that net income targets and cash remittance objectives for the Company are achieved and that the portfolios are balanced with the operational considerations and constraints; Assist the local legal entities in respect of providing support to external audit processes, as well as regulator questions covering investment centric content. Job Requirements Qualifications/Experience Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or equivalent. 10 or more years investment experience in portfolio management in equity and fixed income. Lead a successful team of investment professionals. CFA preferred. Knowledge Strong knowledge of credit asset universe, fixed income investing, equity investment, asset allocation or multi-asset fund investing. Knowledge of portfolio construction and portfolio analytics. Understanding of client fund investing. Understanding of ALM a definite advantage. You are the heart & soul of Zurich! At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right? Let's continue to grow together!
