Team Head, Personal Wealth Banking

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is seeking a senior leader to drive the growth of its Wealth Banking business. You will lead a team of Relationship Managers, delivering strong sales performance while providing compliant, high-quality financial advisory services.

Responsibilities include coaching, performance management, and ensuring governance, risk and regulatory adherence throughout the team in a dynamic retail banking environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline is required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Banking/Financial Services with sales focus.
• Proven track record in leading and managing a sales team.
• Strong knowledge of banking regulations, compliance and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth of the Wealth Banking portfolio by leading a team of Relationship Managers.
• Coach and develop the team to achieve sales targets and client engagement.
• Ensure high-quality client experience and service excellence.
• Provide hands-on leadership through performance management and development.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, processes and regulatory requirements.
• Promote risk, compliance and governance culture within the team.

Skills

Sales leadership

Relationship management

Financial advisory

Governance & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance / related field

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

Role Overview

You will play a key leadership role in driving the growth of the Wealth Banking business, leading a team of Relationship Managers to deliver strong sales performance while providing high-quality, compliant financial advisory services. This role combines commercial leadership, people development, and governance excellence in a dynamic retail banking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the development and growth of the Wealth Banking portfolio by leading and coaching a team of Relationship Managers to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Lead, motivate and develop the team to deliver strong client engagement, effective financial solutions, and sustainable revenue growth.
• Oversee service quality and operational effectiveness to ensure a consistent and positive client experience.
• Provide hands-on leadership through coaching, performance management, and talent development.
• Ensure strict adherence to the Bank's internal policies, business processes, and regulatory requirements, including compliance with the FAA and related regulations.
• Promote a strong risk, compliance, and governance culture within the team.

Job Requirements

• Degree from a recognised institution in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the Banking or Financial Services industry, with a strong background in sales of financial and investment products.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a sales team within a banking environment.
• Strong understanding of banking regulations, compliance, and risk management requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership, people management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Results-driven, client-focused, and able to balance commercial outcomes with governance expectations.
• Champion responsible selling practices, ensuring all financial advice and product recommendations are aligned to customers' needs, risk profiles, and suitability requirements, while meeting regulatory and ethical standards

Additional Requirements

Develop, Engage, Execute, Strategise

Be a Part of the UOB Family

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.