Berjaya Sompo Insurance has appointed Soo Wai Har as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 April 2026.

She will report to Kenneth Reilly, Chief Executive Officer, Insurance, Sompo Asia Pacific.

Wai Har succeeds Sek Kee Tan, who is retiring after serving as CEO since 2017.

Tan has made significant contributions to the business over the past nine years and will remain with the company until June 2026 to support the transition.

Wai Har brings more than 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, including roles with global insurers.

She was most recently CEO of Generali Malaysia and previously held senior roles at AXA Affin Insurance and AIG.

She is expected to lead Berjaya Sompo’s Malaysia business while working closely with Sompo’s Asia Pacific team on growth and operations.

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