First VP/VP, Data Analytics, Group Wholesale Banking

1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd in Singapore seeks an experienced data analytics professional to lead large-scale analytics projects with a focus on AFC/AML. You will work with structured and unstructured data, applying ML/NLP models to derive actionable insights and drive business decisions.

Candidates should have 7+ years in data analytics, strong Python/SAS/R and Hadoop/Spark skills, and superb communication to partner with stakeholders at all levels.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of data analytics/science experience.
• Hands-on expertise in ML/NLP/OR.
• Proficient in Python/SAS/R and Hadoop/Spark.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale analytics projects in corporate space with AFC/AML focus.
• Analyze macro and micro data (structured/less) to answer business questions using strategic analysis and ML/NLP models.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure data-to-insights conversion and implementation.

Skills

Python

SAS/R

Machine Learning

NLP

Data Analytics

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in quantitative field

Tools

Hadoop

Spark

SQL

Excel

Job description

Company: 1011 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 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

The Wholesale Bank function operates a dynamic business model that provides financial services and solutions to help our clients achieve their strategic business objectives. Our mission is to become the premier-provider of banking services and solutions for Asia-based commercial banking companies (small medium enterprises), large corporations, financial institutions as well as multinational corporations. Our coverage teams work in full alignment with specialised teams across Transaction Banking, Investment Banking, Global Markets and Group Retail to deliver seamless solutions to our clients.

Job Responsibilities

Lead large scale analytic projects in corporate space to drive for business impact with a focus on AFC/AML. Analyze macro and micro data (structured/less structured) to answer business questions via strategic analysis, machine learning/NLP models. Coordinate with various internal and external business stakeholders to ensure smooth data-to-insights conversion and the necessary of the insights implementation.

Job Requirements

At least 7and above years' solid data analytics/science experience, deep technical expertise on ML/NLP/OR, with hands‑on capability, Python/SAS/R, Hadoop/Spark Excellent problem solver, good understand of financial industry knowledge, consulting experience is a plus Strong sense of responsibility and teamwork Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders of all levels.

Additional Requirements

Be a Part of the UOB Family

Equal Opportunity

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.

Company Culture

We value our people and invest in them as we look to fulfil our purpose of building the future of ASEAN. We seek to create a collaborative and progressive environment for them to succeed in their careers for the long term.

Industry Recognition

UOB is rated as one of the world's top banks, ranked ‘Aa1’ by Moody’s Investors Service and ‘AA‑’ by both S&P Global and Fitch Ratings. With a global network of 500 branches and offices across 19 countries in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, as well as branches and offices throughout the region.