Data & AI Programme Manager (VP)

OCBC Bank; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Holistic benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

OCBC Bank is seeking an experienced Data & AI Programme Manager (VP) to lead delivery and governance of strategic Data and AI initiatives across the OCBC Group in Singapore.

The role covers end-to-end management of complex, cross-functional programmes spanning data platforms, AI assets, governance, operating model transformation and business value realisation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in programme management, transformation, technology delivery, data management or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, Data Science or related disciplines.
• Experience leading enterprise-scale transformation programmes within banking or financial services preferred.
• Strong understanding of Data Management, Data Governance, Data Platforms and AI/GenAI initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.
• PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, Agile or equivalent certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale Data & AI transformation programmes across multiple business and technology domains.
• Establish programme governance, delivery plans, success metrics and executive reporting.
• Drive implementation of AI, data governance, data products and enterprise data initiatives.
• Manage programme risks, dependencies, budgets and resource planning.
• Partner with senior stakeholders across Business, Technology, Risk, Compliance and Operations.
• Drive change management, adoption and benefits realisation.
• Manage vendors, implementation partners and external stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Agile methodologies

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, Data Science or related disciplines

Tools

Data governance tools

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.

Data & AI Programme Manager (VP)

ROLE PURPOSE

We are seeking an experienced and execution-focused Data & AI Programme Manager to lead the delivery and governance of strategic Data and AI initiatives across the OCBC Group.

This role will drive end-to-end management of complex, cross-functional programmes spanning data platforms, AI assets, enterprise knowledge management, governance frameworks, operating model transformation and business value realisation.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead large-scale Data & AI transformation programmes across multiple business and technology domains.
• Establish programme governance, delivery plans, success metrics and executive reporting.
• Drive implementation of AI, data governance, data products and enterprise data initiatives.
• Manage programme risks, dependencies, budgets and resource planning.
• Partner with senior stakeholders across Business, Technology, Risk, Compliance and Operations.
• Drive change management, adoption and benefits realisation.
• Manage vendors, implementation partners and external stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, Data Science or related disciplines.
• 10+ years of experience in programme management, transformation, technology delivery, data management or related fields.
• Experience leading enterprise-scale transformation programmes within banking or financial services preferred.
• Strong understanding of Data Management, Data Governance, Data Platforms and AI/GenAI initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.
• PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, Agile or equivalent certifications preferred.

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.