Executive Director, Head of Finance

Executive Director, Head of Finance – Life Insurance
Executive Director, Head of Finance – Life Insurance
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Direct message the job poster from Empower Partners Singapore
Founder of Empower Partners | Executive Search – C Suite | Certified Coach
About Our Client
Our client is a highly respected and growing financial institution with a significant presence across Asia. As part of its continued transformation and strategic alignment across group entities, a newly created opportunity has emerged for an
Executive Director, Head of Finance – Life Insurance . This role plays a pivotal part in driving financial execution, transformation, and talent development within the life insurance business, while maintaining strong alignment with the Group CFO and corporate finance leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Finance Execution & Strategy : Lead the execution of finance strategies for the life insurance segment, ensuring alignment with group objectives and regulatory frameworks.
Transformation & Upskilling : Drive finance transformation initiatives, including automation, systems enhancement, and upskilling of the finance team to meet future demands.
Financial Control & Governance : Oversee financial operations, controls, and reporting accuracy across entities, ensuring compliance with IFRS and local regulatory standards.
Group Coordination : Act as the key finance liaison between the life insurance segment and group office, ensuring timely, transparent communication and strategic alignment.
Talent & Capability Building : Mentor and elevate the finance team's capabilities, ensuring succession planning and readiness for evolving business needs.
Stakeholder Management : Partner closely with Actuarial, Risk, Compliance, and Group Finance to support business performance, planning, and reporting.
Requirements
Minimum 15 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the
insurance
sector — preferably
life insurance .
Deep understanding of insurance financials, regulatory requirements (MAS, RBC2), and industry-specific reporting.
Proven track record in driving finance transformation and team capability building.
Experience working in a group or regional finance function with strong cross-border coordination.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Professional accounting qualification (CPA, CA, or equivalent) is required.
Prior experience in both financial reporting and strategic finance is highly desirable.
Application Process
Please submit your resume to
Emily Tan
at
, quoting the job title. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
EA License No. 24S2395
Registration No. R1106860
Seniority level
Seniority level Executive
Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Job function Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Management
Industries Insurance, Insurance Agencies and Brokerages, and Insurance Carriers
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Empower Partners Singapore by 2x
Sign in to set job alerts for "Head of Finance" roles.
Head of Finance Partnering, SEA (Foodservice)
FINANCE DIRECTOR, SOUTHEAST ASIA & OCEANIA
Senior Manager/Director - Finance - APAC
Head of Finance, Amber Premium Singapore
Group Finance Director (Private Equity Portfolio Company)
Director of Finance (Hilton Singapore Orchard)
Senior Finance Director with an established Financial Institution
Senior Director Finance (Global Reputed MNC)
We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr