Country Manager (UK)

Country Head - UK

Gain momentum. Drive results. Scale operations. Build success.

About BJAK

BJAK is building the next-generation insurance and financial services platform; designed to be intuitive, intelligent and personalized. Presently, we are the largest insurance platform in Southeast Asia, and expanding globally with a strong focus on technology and product superiority. We are looking for talented, ownership-minded individuals. In return, expect growth, trust, autonomy, rewards, and impact.

About the Role

This role is responsible for UK performance end-to-end: setting up and running local operations, building the team, driving revenue and partnerships, executing go-to-market strategy, and ensuring full compliance with FCA requirements. This is a hands-on execution role, not a representative or policy role. You are expected to make decisions, drive outcomes, and build scalable systems while working closely with HQ and senior leadership.

What You Will Do

• Own UK business performance, including office setup, operating model, and execution of strategic initiatives.

• Set, track, and deliver against business KPIs, ensuring consistent operational and commercial progress.

• Build and lead the local UK team (PR, Marketing, Support), including hiring, performance management, and day-to-day leadership.

• Establish clear roles, targets, and accountability across the team to support growth.

• Drive strategic partnerships and distribution channels to accelerate market penetration and revenue.

• Represent BJAK externally with partners, regulators, and key stakeholders.

• Design and execute local product, marketing, and go-to-market strategies, owning acquisition, revenue, and retention outcomes.

• Work with product, tech, and customer teams to localise the product for the UK market, ensuring alignment with FCA regulations and local customer behaviour.

• Collaborate closely with the Chairman and global leadership team to align priorities, unblock issues, and execute effectively across regions.

What You Will Need

• 5-7+ years of experience in operations, general management, consulting, or high-growth environments.

• Minimum 2 years of experience within an FCA-regulated entity (e.g. banking, insurance, financial services).

• Proven ability to build and lead teams, with clear ownership of outcomes.

• Experience driving cross-functional initiatives with measurable business impact.

• Strong data orientation; able to operate with ambiguity and make clear decisions.

Location Requirement

Based in the UK

Compensation Range

£130,000 - £200,000 base salary per annum

Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.

Why Join Us

• Own and build a business from the ground up.

• Work with highly talented individuals and build one of the most successful technology business in the country.