Global Markets Operations Leader - Transformation & Growth

uobgroup; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd in Singapore seeks a seasoned head to lead Global Markets Operations, driving performance and a robust risk and control framework. You will oversee FX, money market and treasury-related activities, shaping a high-performing team and ensuring seamless execution across start-to-end processes.

The role requires a decade of relevant Global Markets experience, strong leadership, and a proven track record in transformation, automation, and regulatory compliance in a

Qualifications

• Degree in Banking, Finance, Economics, Business or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Global Markets or Treasury Operations.
• Strong domain knowledge of Foreign Exchange and Money Market products.
• Proven leadership and people management experience.
• Experience leading transformation, process improvement, automation or change management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of operations professionals, fostering accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Oversee operational activities across Global Markets products, including Foreign Exchange, Money Market, Funding and other treasury-related businesses.
• Maintain a robust risk and control framework, ensuring compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Partner with Front Office, Risk, Finance, Compliance, Technology and other stakeholders to support business growth, new initiatives and operational readiness.
• Drive transformation initiatives through process optimisation, automation, digitalisation and technology adoption.
• Manage operational, settlement and liquidity-related risks through proactive monitoring, escalation and resolution of issues.
• Lead strategic projects, including system implementations, process enhancements and regulatory change initiatives.
• Provide leadership during incident management, business continuity events and crisis situations.
• Support talent development, succession planning and the achievement of departmental objectives.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Stakeholder management

Operational risk management

Process improvement

Automation and digitalisation

Education

Degree in Banking, Finance, Economics, Business or related discipline

Tools

SWIFT

CLS

MEPS+

Euroclear

Clearstream

Job description

1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd in Singapore seeks a seasoned head to lead Global Markets Operations, driving performance and a robust risk and control framework. You will oversee FX, money market and treasury-related activities, shaping a high-performing team and ensuring seamless execution across start-to-end processes.

The role requires a decade of relevant Global Markets experience, strong leadership, and a proven track record in transformation, automation, and regulatory compliance in a