Graduate Trainee – Talent & Development (Leadership Development)

UNITED OVERSEAS BANK LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Singapore is offering a Graduate Trainee position within their Leadership Development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing transformative learning experiences and coordinating leadership events. This role emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and a genuine passion for personal growth. Candidates should anticipate exciting learning opportunities while contributing to impactful initiatives aimed at shaping leadership culture.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to organize, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Genuine passion for learning, growth, and creating meaningful impact.
• Meticulous attention to detail paired with a commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver transformative learning experiences.
• Collaborate with global partners to curate content for talent programme.
• Design and deliver leadership events that inspire and connect top management.

Skills

Learning and growth

Time management

Creativity

Communication skills

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Education

Graduation in 2024/2025

Job description

Role Purpose

Join our Leadership Development team and play a pivotal role in shaping the leaders of tomorrow within the banking and finance industry. As a Graduate Trainee, you’ll design and deliver experiences that spark growth, collaborate with passionate colleagues, and contribute to programmes that empower individuals to lead with purpose in a dynamic financial environment. This is your opportunity to kickstart a career where creativity meets impact, within an industry driven by innovation, learning, and a commitment to making a difference.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Support – Better Leader Programme

• Design and deliver transformative learning experiences, such as interactive workshops with case studies, role plays, fireside chats with senior leaders, and innovative tools like AI coaching simulations.
• Develop creative materials and engagement strategies that make leadership concepts practical and memorable.
• Use participant feedback and insights to continuously evolve content so every run feels fresh and impactful.
• Drive regional rollout by tailoring experiences to diverse cultural contexts while maintaining programme integrity.

Programme Support – Leadership Academy Programme

• Collaborate with global partners to curate and co-create content for a top talent programme, blending theory with real-world application.
• Collaborate with internal senior stakeholders to design impactful Masterclasses that challenge perspectives and inspire action.

Event Design & Coordination – Leadership Events

• Design and deliver senior leadership events that inspire, connect, and spark dialogue amongst UOB’s top management teams.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders and external thought leaders to craft experiences that leave a lasting impression and reinforce UOB’s leadership culture.

Skills & Attributes

• Genuine passion for learning, growth, and creating meaningful impact.
• Strong ability to organize, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Creative mindset with adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Meticulous attention to detail paired with a commitment to excellence.
• Comfortable using MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to bring ideas to life.

Learning Opportunities

• Immerse yourself in leadership development strategies and innovative programme design.
• Gain hands‑on experience in end‑to‑end project management and stakeholder engagement.
• Build connections with senior leaders and collaborate across diverse teams.
• See your ideas come to life as part of impactful initiatives that shape leadership culture.
• Grow professionally in a supportive, forward‑thinking team that values creativity and innovation.

Requirement

• GRIT Trainee must be Singaporean/PR.
• Individuals who graduated in 2024/2025.
• 6 months duration.