WeLab Bank - Manager/Senior Manager, Insurance Risk & Control Manager

Job description

WeLab, a leading pan-Asian fintech platform, operates two digital banks (WeLab Bank and Bank Saqu) as well as multiple online financial services in Hong Kong, Mainland China, and Indonesia, with over 70 million individual users and over 700 enterprise customers. WeLab uses game-changing technology to help users access credit, save money, and enjoy their financial journey. At WeLab, we always put our people first. Embarking on a career with WeLab means being part of the driving force to make financial services accessible for everyone. In our flat and agile organization, you will get all the opportunities to make real impacts and deliver change. Most importantly, while you achieve greatness, we will ensure you have an amazing experience at WeLab! Our team is energetic and passionate who can deliver and execute, and we are looking for intellectually curious, open-minded, and smart-working individuals who are just as passionate as we are about making financial services enjoyable. Join us to build a better financial future for everyone! About You: You're a go-getter with mad juggling skills (or multiple hats) who can thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment You enjoy doing purpose-led and meaningful work You have a strong thirst for knowledge and are driven to find solutions that don't exist yet You are comfortable with ambiguity and extremely resourceful (in your past life, you could've been a detective) You always find a way to get things done without sacrificing the quality of your work, integrity, and values No task is off limits for you You are humble and prioritize the success of the team over your own with an eagerness to help those around you You don't shy away from challenges and can bounce back from setbacks What you’ll do and what success looks like in this role: Work with Product, IT, Compliance, Legal, Finance, and Operations to embed controls into sales journeys, system changes, and new product launches. Develop and maintain the insurance risk and control framework, policies, and governance processes; chair or support risk forums and control committees. Identify, assess, and monitor operational and conduct risks across the product lifecycle, distribution, and claims processes; design and run control testing, gap analyses, and remediation plans. Ensure compliance with internal governance and regulatory requirements for insurance distribution. Prepare regulatory submissions and periodic risk reports, and support regulatory inspections and queries. Define and monitor risk KPIs and control metrics (e.g., incidents, breaches, claims leakage, and complaint trends), and use data analytics to detect emerging risks and inform controls. Provide ad hoc support as assigned. What is required and what we’re looking for: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business, Law, or a related discipline. Minimum 5 years of experience in insurance risk, operational risk, compliance, or internal audit within a bank, insurer, or large financial institution. Experience covering both General Insurance and Life products is preferred. Candidates with more extensive experience may be considered for a Senior Manager title. Strong understanding of risk frameworks, control testing methodologies, AML/KYC, data privacy, complaint handling, and claims processes. Familiarity with Hong Kong regulatory requirements for insurance distribution. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Fluent in English and Cantonese; Mandarin is advantageous. Perks and Benefits to enrich your experience at WeLab: Learning and development stipend - we value lifelong learning and believe the best way to invest in our employees is to encourage them to continue to learn Wellness and happiness – Numerous activities to let you focus on your physical and mental wellbeing, complemented by happiness dollars (basically, an extra stipend!) to spend on anything that makes you happy. We allow flexible time offs to take care of personal matters and to enjoy time with family and friends Comfortable and positive work environment – Open plan office for easy collaboration and social with your colleagues, or branch out into your own thinking pods when needed, with FREE food and drinks for when you want to recharge Work smart, play hard – Connect with your colleagues over food and drinks at the stocked pantry, in the spacious social area with board games and a ping pong table, or over activities like hiking, yoga, badminton, etc. A big and contagious smile on everyone’s face to make you happier :) WeLab’s Awards & Recognitions: Asia Banking Finance Retail Banking Awards: Virtual Bank of the Year - Hong Kong CNBC Disruptor 50: the only Hong Kong-based company on the list Financial Times Asia-Pacific High-Growth Companies: #2 in ranking The Chinese University of Hong Kong “Corporate Innovation Index”: #1 in ranking We offer a competitive salary package to the successful candidate. If you are interested in joining this exciting team, please apply with resume via the "Apply" button below. All information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment purposes only. Information of unsuccessful applicants will be destroyed within 24 months of receipt.