VP,/Assistant VP Program Manager/Trade Sales & Advisory, Group Transaction Banking

Company: 1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years.

Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.

Job Description

The Wholesale Bank function operates a dynamic business model that provides financial services and solutions to help our clients achieve their strategic business objectives. Our mission is to become the premier-provider of banking services and solutions for Asia-based commercial banking companies (small medium enterprises), large corporations, financial institutions as well as multinational corporations.

Our coverage teams work in full alignment with specialised teams across Transaction Banking, Investment Banking, Global Markets and Group Retail to deliver seamless solutions to our clients.

Job Summary

The Trade FSCM Program Manager at United Overseas Bank Ltd will be responsible for managing strategic programs within the Trade Finance and Supply Chain Management (FSCM) domain, ensuring successful delivery of key initiatives that drive business growth, operational efficiency, and enhanced customer experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive program plans, including timelines, resource allocation, budget management, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor program progress, identify potential roadblocks, and implement effective solutions to keep projects on track and within budget.
• Communicate regularly with stakeholders at all levels, providing clear and concise updates on program status, risks, and dependencies.
• Champion best practices in program management, including agile methodologies where appropriate, and continuous process improvement.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements in Trade Finance and Supply Chain Management to identify new opportunities and potential risks.

Job Qualifications**

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Trade Finance Sales and Advisory or FSCM in the banking sector.
• Strong understanding of Trade Finance products (e.g., L/Cs, Guarantees, Receivables Finance, Payables Finance) and Supply Chain Finance concepts.
• Excellent communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and risk management.

Additional Requirements

Develop, Engage, Execute, Strategise

Be a Part of the UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications.

If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.

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