KUALA LUMPUR: RHB Banking Group has appointed Oliver Tan as managing director of RHB Insurance Bhd effective from today.
In a statement today, RHB said Oliver would succeed Kong Shu Yin, who retired as managing director of RHB Insurance on the same date.
Oliver brings with him 22 years of experience within the insurance industry locally and regionally.
Prior to joining RHB Insurance, he held various senior positions which included chief executive officer at MPI Generali Insurans Bhd, Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd in Kuala Lumpur and head of Kuala Lumpur branch, managing business operations in Malaysia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Brunei and Myanmar.
He also held various senior positions in AIU Insurance Co Ltd in Shanghai and AXA General Insurance Hong Kong Ltd.
"Oliver Tan brings with him extensive experience in general insurance, both locally and within the region.
"His appointment as managing director of RHB Insurance Bhd will further enhance the strength of our senior management team, while his knowledge and proven track record will contribute towards further strengthening RHB Insurance's position within the insurance industry," said RHB group principal officer Mohd Rashid Mohamad.
Oliver holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from Staffordshire Polytechnic in United Kingdom and a Certificate in Legal Practice from University Malaya in Malaysia.