VP, Investment Product & Distribution

OCBC Bank; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

OCBC Bank is seeking an experienced leader to drive investment fund product strategy, selection, governance, and digital transformation across the wealth management platform. You will collaborate with Sales, Distribution, and Compliance to align product propositions with client needs and regulatory requirements.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in investment funds, strong commercial acumen, and a track record of growing revenue and AUM while navigating HKMA/SFC guidelines.

Qualifications

• University graduate in Finance, Business, Economics or related disciplines; CFA advantageous.
• 8+ years relevant experience in investment funds covering strategy, development, due diligence, governance and distribution.
• Strong fund expertise and market knowledge across major asset classes, fund houses, and investment themes.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of growing revenue, AUM and fund penetration across target client segment.
• Knowledge of HKMA/SFC requirements, governance, suitability and ongoing monitoring.
• Transformation-oriented, able to streamline fund processes and leverage digital platforms.
• Collaborative team player with cross-functional impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Bank's investment fund product strategy in line with wealth management objectives.
• Lead end-to-end fund selection, onboarding, and lifecycle monitoring of products.
• Ensure robust product governance from onboarding to ongoing monitoring and changes.
• Drive platform and digital investments to improve client experience and operations.
• Coordinate with fund houses and internal stakeholders on strategy and distribution.

Skills

Investment funds expertise

Stakeholder management

Digital transformation

Team training

Education

Finance/Economics degree

CFA designation (advantage)

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Role Overview

Support the Head of Investment products and Distribution, to implement the Investment Fund product strategies, and growing the Bank’s investment fund business, covering fund product strategy, product due diligence, platform development, sales support and ongoing product governance. The role serves as the key subject matter expert and strategic partner to Sales & Distribution, Frontlines, Investment Solutions team, Operations team, Risk and Compliance.

Key Responsibilities

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  Fund Product Strategy & Business Growth

  
  
  
  
  • Develop and execute the Bank’s investment fund product strategy in alignment with the overall wealth management strategy and target client segments.
  
  
  • Identify market trends, emerging investment themes and new fund opportunities to broaden the Bank’s fund product shelf and enhance revenue and AUM.
  
  
  • Drive initiatives to increase fund penetration, client engagement and product utilisation across both online (IB/MB) & branch channels. Work closely with WPM, International Wealth team, and ensure eligible funds on shelf for CIES and WMC clients.
  
  
  • Provide training to frontlines on both fund products knowledges and end-to- end order flow.
  
  
  
  


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  Fund Selection & Product Due Diligence

  
  
  
  
  • Lead the end-to-end fund selection and onboarding process, and monitoring product life cycle.
  
  
  • Maintain a high-quality and competitive fund shelf across different asset classes, strategies and client risk profiles.
  
  
  • Oversee regular product reviews and monitor fund performance, risk profile, material changes and ongoing suitability.
    
  
  
  
  


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  Product Governance & Risk Management

  
  
  
  
  • Ensure robust product governance throughout the fund lifecycle, from product onboarding and approval to ongoing monitoring and, where necessary, product suspension or removal.
  
  
  • Work closely with Compliance, Risk, Legal and other control functions to ensure adherence to applicable regulatory and internal requirements.
  
  
  • Strengthen controls, processes and governance standards relating to fund distribution, suitability, product documentation and sales practices.
    
  
  
  
  


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  Platform & Digital Transformation

  
  
  
  
  • Drive enhancement of the Bank’s fund platform and digital investment journey, including product setup and workflow optimisation.
  
  
  • Partner with Technology, Operations and other stakeholders to define business requirements, conduct UAT and deliver system enhancements.
  
  
  • Identify opportunities to improve client experience, operational efficiency and scalability through digitalisation and automation.
    
  
  
  
  


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  Stakeholder & Fund House Management

  
  
  
  
  • Implement commercial and strategic discussions with fund houses on product opportunities, distribution initiatives, marketing support and business development.
  
  
  • Coordinate closely with key internal stakeholders to align product strategy and business priorities.
    
  
  
  
  

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What we are looking for

• University graduate in Finance, Business, Economics or related disciplines; with CFA definite advantage


• 8+ year relevant experiences with strong end-to-end experience in investment funds, covering product strategy, product development, due diligence, governance and distribution


• Strong fund expertise and market knowledge across major asset classes, fund houses, and investment themes, with the ability to translate market opportunities into relevant product propositions.


• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of growing investment fund revenue, AUM and product penetration across target client segment.


• Solid understanding of HKMA/SFC requirement, product governance, suitability, and ongoing monitoring.


• A transformation-oriented individual who can streamline fund processes, leverage digital platforms and improve client and RM experience while maintaining robust controls.


• A collaborative and strong team player who build effective relationships across functions.

What we offer:

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.