First VP, Business & Regional Tax, Group Finance

United Overseas Bank Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank Ltd. is seeking a First VP for Business & Regional Tax to develop and implement tax strategies compliant with laws and regulations. This crucial role involves monitoring tax developments, providing timely advisories, and enhancing tax governance while leading projects independently. Ideal candidates will have a degree and over 10 years of tax experience in the banking sector, alongside strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree holder with over 10 years of tax experience in banking.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore and regional tax laws.
• Analytical with good problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement tax strategies aligning with business objectives.
• Monitor tax developments and trends.
• Provide timely advisory to business units.

Skills

Strategic skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

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First VP, Business & Regional Tax, Group Finance

Posting Date: 29 May 2025

Location:

Singapore (City Area), SG, 048624

Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd

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

About the Department

TheFinance and Corporate Servicesfunction manages the financial and administrative needs of the Group to help achieve its business goals.

Group Finance
We support enhanced decision-making to achieve optimal and sustainable financial outcomes for our shareholders. We are responsible for providing insights into the performance of the Group through financial, regulatory and performance reporting of the Group.

Job Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities include:

• Assist to develop and implement tax strategies and policies which align to the Group's business objectives and comply with applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Monitor and analyse tax developments and trends in the region.
• Provide timely and proactive advisory to the region and business units.
• Ensure compliance with local and international tax laws and standards across the region.
• Support regional tax initiatives and projects.
• Enhance the tax governance framework to promote a culture of tax awareness across the bank.

Job Requirements

• Degree holder with > 10 years of tax experience in the banking and finance sector, with strong strategic and analytical skills.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore and regional tax laws and regulations, as well as international tax principles and practices
• Analytical with good problem-solving skills to handle complex and dynamic tax situations.
• Excellent communicator, with the ability to work effectively with business partners, tax authorities and external advisors.
• Attention to detail, good prioritization, organizational and multi-tasking skills, with strong ability to drive projects independently and take ownership.
• Willingness to travel, if required.

Be a part of UOB Family

• Degree holder with > 10 years of tax experience in the banking and finance sector, with strong strategic and analytical skills.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore and regional tax laws and regulations, as well as international tax principles and practices
• Analytical with good problem-solving skills to handle complex and dynamic tax situations.
• Excellent communicator, with the ability to work effectively with business partners, tax authorities and external advisors.
• Attention to detail, good prioritization, organizational and multi-tasking skills, with strong ability to drive projects independently and take ownership.