Details
OrganizationAmBank Group
Qualification(s)
  • Member, Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Member, Malaysian Institute of Accountants
  • Member, Financial Planning Association of Malaysia
Responsibilities
  • Holds the reins of both the Group Information Technology and Operation (GIOD) and Digital Banking divisions
  • Tasked with ingraining digitalisation and information technology across the Group’s operations
  • Responsibilities encompass overseeing the seamless implementation of the Group’s digital blueprint, AmDigital, ensuring its efficacy and alignment with organisational objectives
Experience
  • Held the role of Group Chief Information and Operations Officer at CIMB Group before transitioning to AmBank Group
  • At CIMB, he orchestrated the bank’s digital transformation, overseeing information systems and banking operations across all business units and geographical locations
  • Primary focus was on leveraging technology and innovation to propel CIMB’s digital agenda forward
  • Career commenced in audit at Arthur Andersen before joining Bank of Commerce in 1991
  • Moved to CIMB Securities in 1994, where he held roles encompassing operations, equity risk, strategy risk, and compliance
  • His tenure saw him ascend to the position of Executive Director of Operations before moving to CIMB Merchant Bank in 2000
  • Since joining AmBank Group in 2017, he has been instrumental in developing two award-winning online channels in-house, implementing cutting-edge analytics, driving process automation, and embracing open-source technology
  • Actively collaborates with lines of business to co-create the bank’s digital strategy, leading to significant growth in digital adoption and revenue across all customer segments
  • Leads the governance and adoption of Artificial Intelligence across the bank, aiming to foster sustainable growth and gain competitive advantage through enhanced productivity, superior customer experience, and robust risk management practices