VP, Global Communications & Brand Strategy

UOB; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank Ltd is seeking a seasoned executive to lead Group Strategic Communications & Brand, shaping and delivering integrated communications for Wholesale Banking and Global Markets. You will craft narratives that reinforce thought leadership, support business objectives and build trust with corporate, institutional and investor audiences.

You will collaborate with senior leaders across Wholesale Banking, Corporate Banking, Treasury and Markets to develop compelling stories, manage

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic communications programmes that support Wholesale Banking and Global Markets business objectives.
• Craft clear and compelling narratives that enhance the bank's thought leadership and market position.
• Advise senior executives on communications strategy, stakeholder engagement and reputation management.
• Translate complex financial, economic and market developments into impactful content for external and internal audiences.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with financial, business and trade media.
• Identify proactive opportunities to position senior executives as industry thought leaders.
• Manage media enquiries and interview opportunities related to wholesale banking, treasury, capital markets and economic developments.
• Prepare media materials including press releases, media pitches, briefing notes, Q&As and spokesperson talking points.
• Develop speeches, keynote addresses, opinion articles, LinkedIn content and executive messaging for senior leaders.
• Support executive participation in conferences, industry forums, client events and media interviews.
• Ensure messaging consistency across markets and business units.
• Support internal communications initiatives that strengthen employee engagement and understanding of business priorities.
• Communicate key business achievements, transactions, client successes and strategic milestones.
• Partner with HR and leadership teams on change management and transformation communications where required.
• Support crisis communications planning and issues management.
• Develop response strategies and stakeholder communications for sensitive business issues.
• Monitor emerging risks and reputational challenges affecting the bank and the financial services sector.
• Build trusted relationships with senior business leaders, product teams, economists, research analysts and regional communications colleagues.

Job description

United Overseas Bank Ltd is seeking a seasoned executive to lead Group Strategic Communications & Brand, shaping and delivering integrated communications for Wholesale Banking and Global Markets. You will craft narratives that reinforce thought leadership, support business objectives and build trust with corporate, institutional and investor audiences.

You will collaborate with senior leaders across Wholesale Banking, Corporate Banking, Treasury and Markets to develop compelling stories, manage