Position: Data Migration Lead – Next Generation Core System Modernisation

Job Rank: Manager/ Senior Manager

Location: Kuala Lumpur

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced individual to drive end-to-end data migration implementation for next-generation core system modernisation (e.g. banking, insurance, asset management, and etc.), involving applications and systems across different business segments (e.g. Retail, SME, and Commercial).

Candidate should preferably have a strong background in data architecture and migration, coupled with leadership and stakeholder management skills. This role requires not only technical expertise but also a deep understanding of the regulatory and operational complexities of financial services environments.

The Opportunity

Join our growing Financial Services, Technology Consulting team to play a key role in core system modernisation. This full-time role provides the chance to work alongside a high-performing team of consultants, architects, and domain specialists, leveraging cutting-edge tools and methodologies to deliver transformative outcomes for our clients. You will have the opportunity to shape our client’s digital future, helping them unlock value from their data and systems to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.

Key Responsibilities

Data Migration Strategy & Planning

• Define data migration strategy and approach, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, core system vendors, third-party solution providers, and internal teams for all migration-related matters.
• During project delivery, to lead and oversee the full lifecycle of data migration execution for core system implementations

Collaboration & Execution

• Collaborate with functional consultants, technical leads, and other stakeholders to ensure consistency across workstreams.
• Provide guidance on migration planning, risk identification, and issue resolution.
• Ensure quality and governance standards are applied throughout the migration process, including validation and reconciliation oversight.

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Track project progress and provide regular updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication between multiple vendors, internal teams, and client representatives to ensure smooth delivery.

Required Qualifications

Education & Technical Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field
• Over 8 years of experience in core system data migration or related system implementation and project management experience
• Proven experience with next-generation/ core systems platforms and associated data migration tools and platforms (e.g. ETL frameworks, data validation tools, migration engines).
• Deep understanding of financial services core modules, such as:
• Banking (e.g. CASA, Deposits, Loans, Payments, Customer, Treasury)
• Familiarity with banking operations, business processes, and regulatory reporting (e.g., financial accounting, CCRIS, STATsmart, MFRS9, PIDM, EAL)
• Insurance (e.g. Policy administration, Underwriting, Claims Management, Payments, Re-insurance)
• Treasury (e.g. Customer, Trade Booking, Trade Event, Settlement, Post Settlement, etc.)

Professional Certification

• TOGAF or similar enterprise architecture certification
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience coordinating multiple vendors, internal teams, and senior client leadership.
• Excellent communication, strategic planning, and decision-making capabilities.
• Problem-solving mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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