Executive Director, Head of Business Finance (Retail/Wealth Banking) | Singapore, SG

The Edge Partnership; Singapore; On-site; SGD 250,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

The Edge Partnership is seeking an Executive Director, Head of Business Finance for a leading International Bank in Singapore. This role involves providing strategic financial insights and planning across Retail and Wealth Banking sectors. Candidates should possess over 10 years of finance experience and professional qualifications, with a focus on consumer banking or wealth management.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of relevant finance experience within a leading global financial institution.
• Proven ability to partner with business leaders and influence decisions.

Responsibilities

• Translate business strategy into actionable financial plans across markets.
• Advise on financial performance and identify growth opportunities.
• Drive multiyear strategic planning and performance reviews.

Skills

Financial analysis

Strategic planning

Risk management

Cost efficiency

Education

Professional accounting qualification (CPA, CMA, ACCA)

MBA in Finance

Job description

Executive Director, Head of Business Finance (Retail/Wealth Banking)

Executive Director, Head of Business Finance (Retail/Wealth Banking)

The Edge Partnership Singapore Apply now Posted 2 days ago Permanent S$250k - S$290k

Executive Director, Head of Business Finance (Retail/Wealth Banking)

The Edge Partnership Singapore Apply now

Associate Director - Specialist in recruitment in the Finance and CFO space for Banking & FS

We are currently with an International Bank who have a strong presence within the Asia region.

They are looking to hire an Executive Director level candidate to provide financial and strategic insights as Head of Business Finance for their Retail & Wealth Business

This role will be responsible for supporting the following:

• Translate business strategy into actionable financial plans across segments and markets.
• Partner with segment CFOs and heads to monitor and drive progress toward strategic targets.
• Align financial impact and execution with country finance and business partners
• Advise on financial performance, profitability, and risks; identify growth opportunities.
• Track segment performance (financial and non-financial) and lead deep-dive analysis.
• Support Business Reviews with insight-driven reporting and competitor benchmarking.
• Drive multiyear strategic planning and market share improvement initiatives.
• Lead monthly performance reviews, flash, outlook, and forecasting processes.
• Ensure smooth execution of corporate planning and internal finance processes.
• Track value drivers and coordinate with analytics and offshore teams.
• Drive cost efficiency through prioritization and financial discipline.

To be eligible for this role you will require

• Over 10 years of relevant finance experience within a leading global financial institution, preferably in banking
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, CMA, ACCA) or MBA in Finance preferred
• Proven ability to partner with business leaders, influence decisions, and effectively challenge stakeholders
• Strong knowledge or prior experience in consumer banking, wealth management, or SME/commercial banking

Please contact Michael Durkin - email your cv directly in word format with job reference no. JOB-15054 to [e-mail]

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