VP1/2 Functional Business Analyst, Private Banking, Group Retail & Channels T&O | Singapore, SG

United Overseas Bank; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking bank as a VP1/2 Functional Business Analyst in Private Banking. This role involves collaborating with business stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements, ensuring seamless integration of technology in banking operations. You will leverage your extensive banking experience and investment product knowledge to drive innovative solutions. Be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and excellence, and contribute to shaping the future of banking services. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a leading financial institution.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of banking experience with a focus on private banking.
• Strong knowledge of investment products and regulatory changes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements.
• Monitor and manage risks related to requirements and scope creep.
• Facilitate testing and ensure understanding of requirements.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Investment Product Knowledge

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Master's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Job description

VP1/2 Functional Business Analyst, Private Banking, Group Retail & Channels T&O

VP1/2 Functional Business Analyst, Private Banking, Group Retail & Channels T&O

Posting Date: 8 May 2025

Location: Singapore (City Area), SG, 048624

Company: 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 across Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. Our operations span through our Singapore head office and subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand, along with branches worldwide. With over 80 years of history, our values are Honorable, Enterprising, United, and Committed, guiding us to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team, and pursue long-term success.

About the Department

Our team consists of specialists in business partnership, technology, operations, risk governance, and planning support. We leverage technology to enhance our physical and digital banking services and operations, including developing, centralizing, and standardizing systems and processes in Singapore and overseas branches.

Job Responsibilities

The Business Analyst collaborates with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document detailed business requirements aligned with UOB standards. They work closely with technical teams to ensure solutions meet business needs and expected outcomes.

Requirements Analysis & Elicitation

• Collaborate with Private Bank BU Specialists to elicit and review requirements.
• Analyze and document current and future business and operational processes, performing impact assessments.
• Define detailed functional and non-functional requirements based on business needs.
• Manage risks and scope creep related to requirements.
• Understand the existing technology landscape for seamless integration.
• Engage stakeholders to streamline systems and processes.
• Establish new procedures as needed with operational teams.
• Maintain requirement traceability matrices and review capabilities against BRD.
• Manage change within the analysis phase and review functional specifications.
• Support incident investigations and resolutions.

Team Collaboration

• Ensure clear understanding of requirements when transitioning to System Analysts.
• Work under supervision to derive solutions and translate requirements into test scenarios with Test Managers.
• Conduct training on application enhancements and maintain knowledge base.

Testing & Scope Management

• Review test cases, support SIT/UAT, and clarify findings.
• Classify findings and assess impacts of change requests.

Job Requirements

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or equivalent.
• Over 10 years of relevant banking experience, with mandatory private banking and investment product knowledge.
• Knowledge of regulatory changes, especially in sales and advisory processes.
• Strong understanding of investment products and best practices in technology and operations.
• Experience in scoping, evaluation, and stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and process design skills.
• Resourceful, diligent, and capable of thriving in ambiguity.

Be a part of UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other non-merit factors. Please inform us of any accommodations needed during the recruitment process.

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