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Shahrul Azlan  Shahriman

Shahrul Azlan Shahriman

Petaling Jaya,Selangor

Summary

Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in executive presence and leadership excellence, adept at strategic visioning and influential networking. Demonstrates a proven ability to drive organisational success through visionary strategies and effective collaboration. Committed to leveraging core competencies to achieve impactful results and foster growth within competitive environments.

Accomplished Chief Executive Officer bringing expertise in business planning, revenue development and change management. Offering 25 years of experience in Banking, Asset management & Takaful industry along with entrepreneurial, forward-thinking mindset and demonstrated track record of achievement. High-achieving Chief Executive Officer with proven skills in risk assessment, strategic planning and solution management. Focused on achieving sustainable growth in dynamic market conditions through exceptional leadership and relationship-building strengths. Looking for new professional challenge in [Industry].

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Chief executive officer

Great Eastern Takaful BHD
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
01.2018 - Current

Directed initiatives that drove company growth, resulting in a 24% CAGR in gross written contribution over 8 years, elevating the company to a top 3 industry ranking.

Oversaw a team of more than 400 high-performing staff to ensure alignment with corporate objectives and promote organisational success.

Spearheaded the successful execution of the MySalam national health protection scheme in Malaysia, aiding 12 million B40 participants.



Chief Distribution Officer

Prudential BSN Takaful BHD
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
02.2014 - 01.2018

Assisted in managing multiple distribution channels for agency banking and group business.

Contributed to building strong relationships with key partners, including 17,000 agents and various foreign banks such as Standard Chartered and UOB.

Supported digital initiatives and helped modernise digital processes through platform automation.

Encouraged a high-performance culture and facilitated professional development opportunities.

Chief Partnership Distribution Officer

Prudential BSN Takaful
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
02.2011 - 01.2014

Assisted in establishing exclusive partnerships with SCB, Affin Bank, Alrajhi, and Bank Islam.

Contributed to efforts in increasing sales for overall PBTB, achieving business growth in 2011 with RM231m.

Supported management of distribution team comprising 110 employees and oversight of full P&L responsibilities.

Chief Officer / CEO Designate

Predential Fund Management/ Prudential Indonesia
Jakarta, Malaysia/ Jakarta
07.2008 - 01.2011

Increased overall sales by more than 100% in funds under management with year-to-date sales revenue of RM3.38 billion.

Secured establishment of Al-Wara as a full Islamic subsidiary of Prudential Group and contributed as a director.

Developed partnerships with PLai Indonesia, leading to a total funds under management of RM356 million and revenue growth of 98%.

Obtained necessary approvals from Bapepam for the establishment of the funds business in Indonesia.

Head of Sales Channel Management

Standard Chartered BHD
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
03.2005 - 06.2008

Enhanced sales performance through increased bench strength of the sales team year on year.

Assisted in establishing the treasury sales team, contributing to overall PCI figures.

Achieved top scores in employee and employer satisfaction surveys.

Regional Sales Director (AVP)

OCBC
Kuala Lumpur
01.2004 - 03.2005

Contributed to the enhancement of fee income revenues from USD 1 million to USD 3.3 million.

Supported the growth of sales premiums from USD 4.22 million to USD 16.66 million.

Assisted in cross-selling RM 50 million in capital-guaranteed products within three months.

Mortage Officer

Citibank BHD
Kuala Lumpur
09.1997 - 06.2004

Achieved monthly sales of RM10M and recognised as one of top 3 salespersons nationwide.

Facilitated cross-selling of MRTA averaging RM500K monthly.

Secured RM2.5M in corporate sales availment each month.

Education

Executive Programme - Management & Leadership

Imperial College
United Kingdom
01.2025 - 11.2025

CIFP - Chartered Islamic Papers

Chartered Islamic Finance Professional
Kuala Lumpur
03.2019 - 04.2020

Bachelor of Business Administration - Management & Finance

Wichita State University
USA
02.1995 - 07.1997

Skills

  • Executive presence
  • Leadership excellence
  • Strategic visioning
  • Influential networking

Affiliations

  • Golf & Hiking

Timeline

Executive Programme - Management & Leadership

Imperial College
01.2025 - 11.2025

CIFP - Chartered Islamic Papers

Chartered Islamic Finance Professional
03.2019 - 04.2020

Chief executive officer

Great Eastern Takaful BHD
01.2018 - Current

Chief Distribution Officer

Prudential BSN Takaful BHD
02.2014 - 01.2018

Chief Partnership Distribution Officer

Prudential BSN Takaful
02.2011 - 01.2014

Chief Officer / CEO Designate

Predential Fund Management/ Prudential Indonesia
07.2008 - 01.2011

Head of Sales Channel Management

Standard Chartered BHD
03.2005 - 06.2008

Regional Sales Director (AVP)

OCBC
01.2004 - 03.2005

Mortage Officer

Citibank BHD
09.1997 - 06.2004

Bachelor of Business Administration - Management & Finance

Wichita State University
02.1995 - 07.1997
Shahrul Azlan Shahriman