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BJAK

Country Business Head

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Hiring Remotely in United Kingdom
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Hiring Remotely in United Kingdom
Expert/Leader
This role involves launching and developing a UK insurance platform, managing business planning, regulatory compliance, and partnerships, while leading cross-functional teams to drive growth and performance.
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About BJAK

Our mission is to build superior applications with positive effects for wider society.

We are the largest insurance platform in Southeast Asia, serving millions and providing equal access to efficient financial services across income classes.

As we expand globally, we are launching in the United Kingdom. Our goal is to build a AI-based insurance platform that empowers users to make the best choices with the highest value and efficiency.


About The Role

You will own and develop all business requirements in launching the business in the UK. This is a high intensity, very fast paced and entrepreneurial manager role.


What You'll Do:


Market Entry & Business Planning

• Support the development and execution of the UK market strategy. This includes contributing to the business plan covering regulatory setup, partnerships, distribution, and growth strategy.

Regulatory & Licensing

• Support the process of obtaining the necessary FCA licences and regulatory approvals required to operate in the UK insurance market.

• Work closely with internal and external legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to FCA requirements and industry standards.

Insurer Partnerships & Distribution

• Develop relationships with insurers, underwriting partners, and ecosystem players in the UK market.

• Support negotiations for commercial partnerships, product distribution agreements, and integration arrangements.

• Help build a strong product lineup from insurer partners to ensure competitive offerings in the market.

Business Development

• Support the launch of the platform, working closely with product and engineering teams to develop features, integrations, and customer journeys.

• Contribute to product iteration and improvements to strengthen product–market fit.

Operations

• Support the establishment of effective operating processes, cadence, and reporting structures to drive growth and performance.

Leadership & Execution

• Represent the group with insurers, partners, and industry stakeholders when required.

• Support the development of a strong team culture focused on ownership and execution.


What You Will Need

• 7+ years of experience in insurance, fintech, digital platforms, or high-growth technology companies. Experience working in an FCA-approved entity is a plus.

• Highly analytical, execution-focused, and comfortable operating in very fast-paced, adaptive, and high-intensity environments.

• Demonstrated experience managing commercial performance, revenue growth, and partnerships.

• Strong leadership capability with experience building and managing cross-functional teams.

• Understanding of the UK insurance market, regulatory environment, and distribution landscape is a plus.

Top Skills

AI
Fintech

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