Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Sun Life Malaysia has announced the appointment of Ho Teck Seng as its new president and country head, as well as the CEO of Sun Life Malaysia Assurance Berhad, effective 1 July 2025. The move comes as current president and CEO Raymond Lew prepares to retire on 30 June 2025.
In his new role, Teck Seng will oversee all of Sun Life Financial’s operations in Malaysia, spearhead strategic growth, and drive business innovation. The insurer currently manages RM7 billion in assets under management.
Teck Seng returns to the Malaysia operations with over 30 years of experience in the insurance sector, having held senior leadership roles spanning distribution, operations, digital transformation, client experience, and financial management. He most recently served as president director of Sun Life Indonesia, where he led the firm’s business expansion, profitability strategies, and long-term growth plans.
He is no stranger to Sun Life Malaysia, having joined the company in 2013 as chief operating officer before being promoted to deputy CEO in 2016. During that time, he played a key role in strengthening bancassurance and agency channels, advancing digital capabilities, and elevating client experience and brand presence.
“Teck Seng’s deep industry expertise, leadership and unwavering commitment to client experience make him the ideal leader to steer the company into its next phase of growth,” said Dato’ Noorazman Abd. Aziz, Chairman of Sun Life Malaysia. “The Board is confident that Sun Life Malaysia will continue to strengthen its position as a trusted insurance and takaful partner in helping Malaysians achieve financial security and well-being under his stewardship.”
Reflecting on his appointment, Teck Seng said, “I am honoured to lead Sun Life Malaysia at such a dynamic time in our journey. My focus remains on delivering greater value to our clients, empowering our people, and driving meaningful innovation across the business.”
He added, “By staying client-focused and future-ready, we can make a lasting impact in helping Malaysians achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives.”
