Assistant VP, Product Development - United Overseas Bank

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Asia is seeking a highly skilled professional to lead product strategy. Responsibilities include crafting product visions, collaborating with internal teams, and building key relationships across Southeast Asia. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Finance or Accountancy and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Excellent communication skills and understanding of financial markets are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• At least 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in Banking or asset management.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Good knowledge and understanding of ETF and Unit Trust.

Responsibilities

• Lead product strategy by crafting long-term product visions and strategies.
• Collaborate with teams on fund offerings for retail and institutional segments.
• Build relationships with distribution teams to align product solutions.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Understanding of financial market trends

Team collaboration

Solution-oriented attitude

Education

Degree in Finance or Accountancy

Tools

Powerpoint

Excel

Bloomberg

Job description

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

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading the product strategy by crafting long-term product visions and strategies. This includes market research, identifying opportunities and directing product trajectory to align with business goals
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a comprehensive and relevant suite of fund offerings is available to support both retail and institutional segments across Southeast Asia. This involves spearheading product development efforts, coordinating with key stakeholders-both internal and external-and overseeing end-to-end project execution. Responsibilities include evaluating business potential, identifying risks and challenges early, and delivering timely, practical solutions.
• Work in close alignment with regional Product Development teams to facilitate smooth and consistent implementation of corporate actions.
• Build strong relationships with distribution teams to stay attuned to market demands and deliver product solutions that align with commercial goals and timelines.
• Serve as a gatekeeper for product governance processes by adopting regional best practices. Play a key role in preparing, reviewing, and securing approvals for new product initiatives at both local and regional committee levels.
• Take charge of drafting local offering documents and coordinate with internal departments, external legal advisors, and regulatory bodies for new fund registrations and ongoing product-related matters.
• Act as a subject matter expert on new products, enhancements to existing offerings, and newly introduced features, supporting both local and regional distribution strategies.
• Stay informed on regulatory changes and industry trends within the region, and assess their implications on the local fund lineup and broader product strategy.
• Assist the regional Product Development team in identifying product gaps and opportunities, leveraging market insights and regulatory developments to evaluate and enhance the commercial viability of the local product suite.

Job Requirements

• Degree, preferably in Finance or Accountancy
• At least 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in the Banking or asset management experience (investment management, markets or investment banking), with some experience in sales will be an advantage
• Solution oriented attitude, hardworking, motivated and can-do attitude
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of financial market (macro) trends and themes across equities, fixed income and commodities
• Good knowledge and understanding of ETF and Unit Trust
• Excellent knowledge of key business systems such Powerpoint and Excel as well as Bloomberg, with the ability to manipulate data and create collateral
• Self-motivated
• Good team player

Additional Requirements

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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