VP Group Strategic Planning Office

OCBC (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is seeking a highly motivated individual to join its Strategic Planning Office. The role involves developing and implementing bank-wide strategic initiatives, aligning objectives with resources, and leading cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor's degree in business-related fields and have 8-14 years of relevant experience, including a strong understanding of financial concepts, along with excellent communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to shape the organization's future growth.

Qualifications

• 8-14 years of experience in strategic planning, business development, or management consulting.
• Strong understanding of financial concepts and ability to analyze complex data.
• Experience in building new business models or segments.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term vision and direction for the organization.
• Support development of the strategic plan with prioritization of initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement strategic projects.
• Monitor and report on progress of strategic initiatives and adjust as necessary.

Skills

Strategic planning

Business development

Interpersonal skills

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Economics or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join us in the OCBC Strategic Planning Office to support developing and implementing bank-wide strategic initiatives. It includes development and review of growth, diversification, and financial business plans. It also involves in aligning objectives with human capital and financial resources.

Key responsibilities

• Developing long-term vision and direction: Responsible for creating and communicating a clear vision for the organization’s future growth and success. This may involve conducting market research and analysis, identifying key trends and opportunities, and setting strategic goals and objectives.
• Supporting strategic planning: Supporting the development of the organization’s strategic plan, which outlines the actions and resources needed to achieve the organization’s goals. This may include identifying and prioritizing initiatives, allocating resources, and establishing metrics to measure progress.
• Communicating and aligning strategy: Effectively communicate the organization’s strategy to senior management, employees, and other stakeholders and ensure that all levels of the organization are aligned with and working towards the same goals.
• Leading cross-functional teams: Responsible for leading cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives and projects and ensuring that they are completed on time and within budget.
• Managing risks and challenges: Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging trends, and regulatory changes that may impact the organization's strategic direction to achieve its goals. and develop contingency plans as needed.
• Monitoring and reporting on progress: Responsible for monitoring the progress of the organization’s strategic initiatives and reporting on results to senior management and other stakeholders by developing key performance indicators (KPI) and reporting metrics. They may also be responsible for adjusting the strategy as needed based on changing market conditions or other factors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Economics or a related field (MBA preferred).
• At least 8-14 years of experience in strategic planning, business development, program management or management consulting.
• Experience in building new business models/segments or channels.
• Experience in working with different cultures and region (i.e. countries) an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of financial concepts and be able to analyze and interpret complex financial data to inform strategic recommendations and decision-making.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at different levels.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.