Financial Services Companies Hiring in Malaysia

Find financial services companies hiring in Malaysia. Browse banking, insurance, and investment roles at Maybank, CIMB, and more.

Showing 8 companies · Updated June 2026

By SuperJobs Career Team · Updated June 2026

About Financial Services Companies in Malaysia

Malaysia's financial services sector is one of the most developed in Southeast Asia, regulated by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the Securities Commission (SC). The sector encompasses commercial banking, investment banking, Islamic finance, insurance and takaful, asset management, stockbroking, and financial planning.

The major banking employers are Maybank (Malaysia's largest bank by assets), CIMB Group, Public Bank, RHB Bank, Hong Leong Bank, AmBank, and Alliance Bank. Malaysia's prominence as a global Islamic finance hub — second only to Saudi Arabia — creates unique opportunities at Islamic banks like Bank Islam, Bank Rakyat, and Maybank Islamic.

Insurance and takaful companies including Allianz Malaysia, AIA Malaysia, Prudential BSN Takaful, and Great Eastern Life are major financial sector employers. The rapid growth of digital banking (GXBank, Boost Bank, AEON Bank) is creating new technology-forward financial services careers.

Hiring Trends at Financial Services Companies

The strongest hiring demand is in risk management, compliance and regulatory, digital banking technology, wealth management, and Islamic finance. Cybersecurity, data analytics, and anti-money laundering (AML) specialists are in critical shortage. Bancassurance and financial planning roles also see consistent high-volume hiring.

Analyst and associate roles at banks earn RM 3,000 – RM 5,000/month. Senior analysts and relationship managers earn RM 5,500 – RM 10,000/month. Managers in risk, compliance, and treasury earn RM 9,000 – RM 18,000/month. Senior directors and heads of business units earn RM 18,000 – RM 40,000/month.

Top Financial Services Companies in Malaysia

Maybank (Malayan Banking Berhad)

Malaysia's largest bank and ASEAN's fourth largest, with comprehensive career programmes across banking, wealth management, Islamic finance, and technology.

CIMB Group Holdings

ASEAN-focused universal bank headquartered in KL, offering investment banking, consumer banking, and digital banking career opportunities.

Public Bank Berhad

Malaysia's third-largest bank, consistently profitable and a major recruiter for relationship management, credit, and branch banking roles.

AIA Malaysia

Leading life insurer in Malaysia with strong agency and corporate channels, hiring actuaries, financial planners, and digital professionals.

RHB Bank Berhad

Fourth-largest fully integrated financial services group in Malaysia, with active hiring across retail banking, investment banking, and operations.

CTOS Data Systems

Malaysia's leading credit reporting agency, hiring data scientists, credit analysts, and product managers at the intersection of finance and technology.

How to Get Hired at Financial Services Companies

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    Search SuperJobs for financial services companies by name, role type, or banking function. Use terms like "relationship manager", "credit analyst", "compliance officer", or "bancassurance".

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    Highlight relevant qualifications: CFA, CFP, CIFP (Certified Islamic Finance Professional), or ACCA for finance roles; CISM or CISSP for cybersecurity roles in banking.

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    For regulatory and compliance roles, demonstrate knowledge of BNM guidelines, AML/CFT frameworks, and Malaysian financial regulations.

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    Islamic finance roles require an understanding of Shariah principles and instruments (murabaha, musharakah, sukuk) — highlight any Islamic finance training.

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    Apply through SuperJobs and prepare for assessment centres (common at Maybank, CIMB, and large banks) that test numerical reasoning, communication, and situational judgement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What jobs are available at financial services companies in Malaysia?
Financial services jobs include relationship manager, credit analyst, risk manager, compliance officer, treasury analyst, investment analyst, fund manager, actuary, financial planner, bancassurance consultant, trade finance specialist, AML analyst, and digital banking product manager.
What is the salary range at Malaysian financial services companies?
Entry-level analysts earn RM 3,000–5,000/month. Relationship managers and senior analysts earn RM 5,500–10,000/month. Risk and compliance managers earn RM 9,000–18,000/month. Investment bankers (VP level) earn RM 15,000–35,000/month with significant bonuses. Private bankers servicing UHNW clients earn RM 20,000–50,000/month including commissions.
What qualifications are needed for financial services jobs in Malaysia?
A degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field is the standard entry. Professional certifications valued by employers include CFA (investment and wealth management), CFP (financial planning), CIFP (Islamic finance), ACCA (accounting in finance), and FRM (risk management). BNM-licensed roles require passing specific regulatory examinations.
Is Islamic finance a growing career path in Malaysia?
Yes — Malaysia is the world's second-largest Islamic finance market and the leading jurisdiction for sukuk issuances. Islamic banking, takaful, and Islamic asset management are all growing faster than their conventional counterparts. CIFP qualification from INCEIF (The Global University of Islamic Finance, headquartered in KL) is the gold standard for Islamic finance careers.
How do I find financial services company listings on SuperJobs?
Filter the SuperJobs company directory by Financial Services or Banking. You can browse company profiles, explore their teams, and apply to open roles directly. Use the job search with filters for banking sub-sectors (Islamic banking, investment banking, insurance) to find the most relevant listings.