Trade Product Manager, Global Transaction Banking - AVP

OCBC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Holistic benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

OCBC invites a Trade Finance Product Manager to shape the future of trade finance in Singapore. You will work with a talented team to design and deliver innovative products meeting evolving customer needs, blending technical expertise, business acumen and creativity.

To succeed, stay ahead of market trends, regulatory requirements, and digitize workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders bank-wide to identify opportunities, deliver client-centric solutions, and drive growth across Singapore and

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field.
• 5+ years in trade finance/product management.
• Knowledge of Documentary Trade & Supply Chain Solutions (letters of credit/collections, guarantees, receivables, payables).
• Experience with technology/product development on platforms and systems.
• Exposure to ASEAN/Greater China trade corridors preferred.
• APAC trade regulatory landscape awareness is a plus.
• Strong analytical and commercial mindset with P&L orientation.
• Ability to bridge business, product and technology conversations.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the trade product agenda across Documentary Trade and Supply Chain Finance.
• Partner with Product Development/Technology to translate business requirements into platform enhancements and digitalization initiatives.
• Manage end-to-end product lifecycle: ideation, business case, launch and post-launch tracking.
• Ensure governance, policy compliance, and audit/regulatory readiness.
• Support senior PMs on regional initiatives, cross-border rollouts and product monitoring/controls.
• Support development, governance and execution of Corporate Trade Risk Participation and Trade Asset Distribution, including legal documentation and processes.
• Support product procedure renewals and pitchbook management.
• Assist in deal structuring and client solutioning for complex trade transactions.
• Drive process efficiency, STP improvements, and platform stability with Ops and Tech.
• Act as primary product liaison for Sales/RM, Operations, Technology, Compliance, Legal, Risk and Finance.

Skills

Trade finance

Product management

Stakeholder mgmt

Data analysis

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Accounting

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Why Join
As a Trade Finance Product Manager at OCBC, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of trade finance. You’ll work with a talented team to design and deliver innovative products that meet the evolving needs of our customers. It’s a challenging and rewarding role that requires a unique blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and creativity.

How you succeed
To succeed in this role, you’ll need to stay ahead of the curve in terms of market trends, customer needs, and regulatory requirements. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across the bank to identify opportunities, digitize workflows, deliver client-centric solutions and drive growth across Singapore, our branches and subsidiaries. Your ability to analyze complex data, think strategically, and communicate effectively will be essential in driving success.

What you do

1. Own and drive the trade product agenda across Documentary Trade, Supply Chain Finance

2. Partner with Product Development/Technology teams to translate business requirements into platform enhancements, digitalization initiative, and system capabilities

3. Manage end to end product lifecycle: ideation, business case, launch, and post launch performance tracking

4. Ensure governance, policy compliance, and audit/regulatory readiness

5. Support senior product managers on regional initiatives, cross-border rollouts and product monitoring/controls

6. Support senior product managers in the development, governance and execution of Corporate Trade Risk Participation and Trade Asset Distribution, including the maintenance of product standards, legal documentation and operational processes.

7. Support senior product managers on product procedure renewals and pitchbook management

8. Support deal structuring and client solutioning for complex trade transactions

9. Drive process efficiency, STP improvements, and platform stability in collaboration with Ops and Tech

10. Act as primary product liaison for Sales/RM, Operations, Technology, Compliance, Legal, Risk and Finance on trade product matters

Who you are

• A degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field.

• At least 5 years of experience in trade finance/product management, or a related field

• Good working knowledge and experience with Documentary Trade and Supply Chain Solutions, ie. letters of credit/collections, guarantees, receivables, payables and trade working capital

• Experience working with technology/product development on platform and systems enhancement

• Exposure to ASEAN and Greater China trade corridors is preferred

• Exposure to regional/market awareness across APAC trade regulatory landscape

• Exhibit strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making skills and a commercial mindset with P&L/business case orientation

• Have the ability to bridge business, product and technology conversations

• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and build strong relationships with stakeholders

• Strong business acumen and ability to think strategically

Who We Are
As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation.
But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career. Your Opportunity Starts Here.

What we offer
Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Equal opportunity. Fair employment. Selection based on ability and fit with our culture and values. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

What we offer:

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.