Total 4 research associate job vacancies in The United States of America

At AIA we’ve started an exciting movement to create a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone.

It’s about finding new ways to not only better people's lives, but to better the communities and environments we live in. And we build on this every day with our ambition to engage one billion people to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by 2030.

And to get there, we need leaders with the courage, clarity and humanity to inspire, guide and support their teams to thrive every day - in the work they do and the life they live. Our leaders always have and will play a vital part in our journey to help more people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives, build healthier societies and cultivate healthier environments that better everyone.

If you sound like that leader, read on.  

About the Role

With specific focus on business units under the Regional Chief Executive (RCE)’s purview, the incumbent is responsible to support the RCE in reviewing the business strategy and plans to ensure the business plan is in line with Group strategy. Serves as a business partner to the RCE and plays a key role in supporting and partnering the local business units under the RCE’s jurisdiction.

• Responsible for reviewing the business strategy/plan of business units under the RCE’s purview and ensuring that the strategy and plans are in line with Group Strategy.
• Review business and financial results of the countries on monthly basis
• Supporting the RCE through leading the business planning process and consolidating business plans of the local business unites under purview.
• Responsible for reviewing the spend beyond the CEO’s limits of the business units under the RCE’s purview and making the appropriate recommendations.
• Working closely with all Functional Heads at Group level to address/resolve issues for the business units under the RCE’s jurisdiction.
• Supporting the RCE in the preparation of required reporting expected at the Group Exco and responsible for the consolidation of the performance of business units required at Group level.
• Participate in the annual budget process. Review the business plans of the local business units and drive the periodic business review of the financial performance. Develop and implement analytical tools for the periodical review of the financial performance of business units under the RCE’s purview.
• Participate in Group projects and partner business units in key projects
• Achievement of target financial results by country – VONB, OPAT, UFSG, expense ratio
• Ensure the long-term sustainability of the performance of the business
• Feasibility and Execution of recommendations.
• Ensures that financial figures are developed and presented consistent with Group business strategy

Minimum Job Requirements

• At least 10 years of all-round business planning experience with the last 5 years in financial sector.
• Candidates with less experience will be considered for Associate Director level
• Has worked in insurance environment.
• Preferably with MNCs.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Strong influencing skills.
• High energy level and proactive.
• Analytical and result-driven.

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

You must provide all requested information, including Personal Data, to be considered for this career opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up-to-date.

At AIA we’ve started an exciting movement to create a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone.

It’s about finding new ways to not only better people's lives, but to better the communities and environments we live in. Encompassing our ambition of helping a billion people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by 2030.

And as part of our marketing, distribution & partnership team, you’ll play a vital part in advancing this movement. From inspiring meaningful connections with customers, partners and other stakeholders, to delivering purpose-led brand positioning and messaging, you'll be making a positive, healthy impact across all channels. You will have a unique and important part to play in helping more people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives. 

So if you believe in inspiring a better future, read on.

About the Role

This role will support Group Agency Distribution (GPD) in implementing Group-wide initiatives in High Net Worth (HNW), Product Propositions and Training & Development by sharing expertise and best practices in relevant agency areas, working with Regional Chief Agency Officers (RCAOs) and Local Business Unit Chief Agency Officers (Local Business Unit CAOs) and local agency teams to support specific agency initiatives, as well as partner with RCAOs to provide customized support to LBUs with on-the-ground presence as appropriate.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• HNW: Work with LBUs to identify areas of improvement based on Group HNW advisor framework (e.g. capability building and propositions); advise LBUs to design and build HNW ecosystems, e.g. tax, legal, health and lifestyle.
• Product Propositions: Work with LBUs to study the product portfolio available in target markets; assist LBUs to design product propositions for new agents, existing agents or specific segments (e.g. HNW) to optimize sales; work with agency training teams to improve training as appropriate; collect insights from agency to feedback to Marketing.
• Training & Development: Collaborate with Group Distribution’s Learning & Development team; partner with Local Business Unit Heads of Training (HOTs) and their teams to ensure execution of Learning & Development roadmaps, support LBUs in driving training & development for Agency Executives (AEs), agency leaders and agents to support Premier Agency strategy.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor degree or equivalent experience with at least 10 years’ work experience, preferably with regional experience in Asian
• Prior insurance industry experience and Agency experience required, preferably with experience in High Net Worth, Product Propositions or Training & Development
• Ability to engage with C-level suite and agency management staff
• Highly analytical with good problem-solving skills
• Ability to influence, lead and transfer skills to Local Business Unit teams

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

You must provide all requested information, including Personal Data, to be considered for this career opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up-to-date.

FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA

We don’t simply believe in being ‘The Best’. We believe in better - because there’s no limit to how far ‘better’ can take us.

We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you believe in better, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

The right candidate will work with Group Office stakeholders to ensure the on-going and effective functioning of the Financial Risk governance and reporting processes at the Group Office level; support local BU’s through expert risk insights with timely and transparent handling of escalated insurance risk and governance issues.

Reoles and Responsibilities:

• Perform risk assessments on a wide range of financial risk topics such as strategic asset allocation, internal capital and solvency management, inforce management, product and reinsurance pricing.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback while working with local BU risk officers to develop risk mitigation strategies which are practical and commercially sound.
• Develop and/or review standards, guidance notes, templates and other governance “tools” to support financial risk management processes in local BU’s.
• Risk Appetite Statement & Tolerances: Primary accountability for the development, maintenance, and monitoring of the Group’s Risk Appetite Statement, principles and tolerances for the Group.
• Own Risk Solvency Assessment (“ORSA”) & Recovery Plan: Support the development of the annual ORSA and Recovery Plan for AIA Group, and identify potential business actions deriving from these analyses.
• Stress & scenario testing for capital planning purposes: Develop and apply the Group stress testing framework to monitor the Group’s solvency and financial strength both on an actual and prospective basis.
• Analyze and identify key risks of inforce portfolio, to generate value-adding insight for risk management purposes.
• Compile, review and provide expert commentary on insurance risk metrics and watchlists, working to the standard of reliability and clarity which is required for submissions to the Group Financial Risk Committee.
• Participate in financial risk-related ad-hoc projects based on senior management requests or external developments.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years’ actuarial experience in a life insurer/reinsurer
• Significant practical experience in the fields of life insurance/reinsurance capital management or product pricing or internal economic capital model
• Fellowship in a recognized international actuarial professional body
• Assertive, self-motivated and customer-orientated
• Sound problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strong leadership skills with the confidence to challenge consensus views
• Good communications and interpersonal skills
• Time management skills
• Strategic planning skills
• Computer literate in MS Office

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

You must provide all requested information, including Personal Data, to be considered for this career opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up-to-date.

FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA

We don’t simply believe in being ‘The Best’. We believe in better - because there’s no limit to how far ‘better’ can take us.

We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you believe in better, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

This role plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and shaping the company's policy development strategies within the insurance industry. This role will closely monitor changes in regulatory frameworks and analyze their impact on the business. This role requires a thorough understanding of insurance regulations, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Regulatory Advice (30%)

• Provide regulatory advice on group supervision, corporate governance and statutory reporting requirements under GWS
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address regulatory-related queries
• Provide input on the AIA Strategic Plan on the regulatory development

New Regulatory Requirement (50%)

• Monitor and analyze regulatory developments, guidelines, and directives impacting the insurance industry
• Stay updated on changes in insurance laws, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Research and evaluate existing and emerging regulatory policies and industry best practices
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to track and participate in regulatory consultations
• Representing AIA Co in HK industry consultations
• Provide guidance and recommendations on new regulatory requirement implementation and enforcement; and
• Assist on disclosures to IAIS (e.g. GIMAR – IIM and sector-wide monitoring)

Major Acquisitions (10%)

• Involve in the review of “major acquisitions” requirements and review of transactions reported to Group Transactions; and
• Liaise with HKIA on regulatory applications including seeking approval for “major acquisitions” and coordination on the fulfilment of approval conditions

Miscellaneous (10%)

• Perform other responsibilities and duties periodically assigned by supervisor to meet operational and/or other requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred
• Proven experience in regulatory compliance, policy development, or a related role within the insurance industry
• In-depth knowledge of insurance regulations and understanding of industry trends
• Familiarity with regulatory bodies, such as insurance commissions, departments of insurance, or regulatory authorities
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulations and policies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

You must provide all requested information, including Personal Data, to be considered for this career opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up-to-date.