Manager, Private Banking - Investment Advisory

United Overseas Bank Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

1201 UOB Hong Kong invites an experienced investment advisor to be the primary client contact for high-net-worth clients, delivering tailored portfolio solutions, assessing suitability, and executing after-sales activities in collaboration with Client Advisors.

You will oversee risk management to ensure regulatory compliance, build long-term client relationships, and participate in client events to present investment strategies and market insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Economics or Banking
• A minimum of 5-6 years of experience in investment advisory, including at least 2 years in Private Banking
• In-depth knowledge of investment products, foreign exchange, risk management, and other areas related to investment advisory.
• Exceptional client relationship management skills, with experience advising high-net-worth clients.
• Highly disciplined and self-motivated, with strong teamwork abilities.
• The job holder will be registered as Relevant Individual under HKMA and SFC guideline Chartered Financial Analyst will be an advantage.
• Holder of ECF on Private Wealth Management (PWM) accredited by Private Wealth Management Association (PWMA) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary client contact and trusted investment advisor, engaging in direct investment advisory, assessing suitability, identifying product-specific opportunities, providing portfolio advice, and executing after-sales activities in collaboration with Client Advisors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with high-net-worth clients by delivering tailored investment solutions and ensuring an exceptional client experience.
• Oversee risk management practices within advisory services to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
• Participate in client events, collaborating closely with SCA to deliver effective product and investment solutions to clients.

Skills

Investment products knowledge

FX knowledge

Risk management

Client relationship management

Teamwork

Regulatory compliance knowledge

CFA beneficial

HKMA Relevant Individual registration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Economics or Banking

Job description

Company: 1201 UOB Hong Kong About UOB United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in ASEAN with a global network in Southeast Asia, Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Operating through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, we have a global network of about 430 branches and offices in 19 markets. At the heart of UOB is our culture, shaped by the UOB Way and anchored on our four values – Honourable, Enterprising, United and Committed. For more than 90 years, these values have guided how we do right by our customers, collaborate with one another and create long-term value for the communities we operate in. As One Bank, we are committed to helping our colleagues build sustainable careers grounded in purpose, supported by strong values, and enriched with meaningful opportunities to grow.

Job Description

Serve as the primary client contact and trusted investment advisor, engaging in direct investment advisory, assessing suitability, identifying product-specific opportunities, providing portfolio advice, and executing after-sales activities in collaboration with Client Advisors. Build and maintain strong relationships with high-net-worth clients by delivering tailored investment solutions and ensuring an exceptional client experience. Oversee risk management practices within advisory services to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies. Participate in client events, collaborating closely with SCA to deliver effective product and investment solutions to clients.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Economics or Banking
• A minimum of 5-6 years of experience in investment advisory, including at least 2 years in Private Banking
• In-depth knowledge of investment products, foreign exchange, risk management, and other areas related to investment advisory.
• Exceptional client relationship management skills, with experience advising high-net-worth clients.
• Highly disciplined and self-motivated, with strong teamwork abilities.
• The job holder will be registered as Relevant Individual under HKMA and SFC guideline Chartered Financial Analyst will be an advantage.
• Holder of ECF on Private Wealth Management (PWM) accredited by Private Wealth Management Association (PWMA) is preferred.

Important Notice – HKMA Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme

This role falls under the Mandatory Reference Checking (MRC) Scheme introduced by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), effective from 30 September 2025. As part of the hiring process, we are required to request conduct-related reference information from your current and previous employers (authorized institutions) covering the past seven years. The MRC Scheme aims to strengthen integrity and transparency in the banking industry and prevent the recurrence of misconduct across institutions. All reference checks will be carried out in accordance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO) and relevant regulatory guidelines. For more information, please refer to the HKAB’s MRC Scheme FAQ for In-Scope Individuals Additional Requirements

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UOB is rated as one of the world's top banks, ranked 'Aa1' by Moody's Investors Service and 'AA-' by both S&P Global and Fitch Ratings. With a global network of 500 branches and offices across 19 countries in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, as well as branches and offices throughout the region.