VP, Group Strategy and Transformation

United Overseas Bank Limited; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 200,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank Limited is seeking a VP for Group Strategy and Transformation to drive strategic initiatives and manage transformation programs in the Central Region, Singapore. The role requires shaping strategy papers, coordinating with stakeholders, and delivering critical projects across the bank's functions.

The candidate will lead research and analytics, influence senior leadership decisions, and help build capabilities through recruitment and training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of consulting or project management in financial services.
• Experience with strategy papers and program delivery.
• Strong communication and leadership in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic point of view and formalize strategy papers (as analyst, stream lead, or project manager).
• Support transformation program delivery (in partnership with business stakeholders).
• Participate in key management committees, tracking items for follow-up.
• Contribute to team development (recruitment, knowledge development, training, etc.).
• Proven track record in driving and delivering research and strategy projects.
• Strong stakeholder management across sales, product, technology, finance.

Skills

Consulting experience

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

C-suite communication

Research methods

Job description

## VP, Group Strategy and TransformationApply: Hybrid: Central Region (City Area): Full time: Posted Today: JR96898Company: 1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd **About UOB**United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in ASEAN with a global network in Southeast Asia, Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Operating through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, we have a global network of about 430 branches and offices in 19 markets. At the heart of UOB is our culture, shaped by the UOB Way and anchored on our four values – Honourable, Enterprising, United and Committed. For more than 90 years, these values have guided how we do right by our customers, collaborate with one another and create long-term value for the communities we operate in. As One Bank, we are committed to helping our colleagues build sustainable careers grounded in purpose, supported by strong values, and enriched with meaningful opportunities to grow. **Job Description**Given the team’s position at the forefront of change within the bank, there are exciting potentialcareer paths within the team as well as within the wider UOB franchise. We are looking forconsultants and project managers to support the growing portfolio of projects within the team.* Develop a strategic point of view and formalize strategy papers (as analyst, stream lead, orproject manager)* Support transformation program delivery (in partnership with business stakeholders)* Participate in key management committees, tracking items for follow-up* Contribute to team development (recruitment, knowledge development, training, etc.) Candidates to have strong consulting background, minimum 4 years of relevant experience with financial services or banking knowledge and experience in Asian markets are preferred.Skills we are looking for:* Exceptional analytical and creative problem solving skills* Experience with research (e.g. quantitative and qualitative, primary and secondary)* Comfort operating in ambiguous environments, bringing a structured approach* Proven track record in driving and delivering research and strategy projects* Strong stakeholder management; works well across teams such as sales, product, technology, finance, etc. Strong influencer; track record of influencing decisions and opinions of others especially senior stakeholders* Excellent written and verbal communication including C-suite presentation skills. Ability to articulate concepts and complex ideas in clear and impactful manner* Passionate about driving change. Having a curious mind to challenge status quo and provide innovative solutions and different perspectives* Highly organized, and able to multi-task* Intelligent self-starter with resilience and resourcefulness## **Additional Requirements**Develop (Competency), Engage (Competency), Execute (Competency), Strategise (Competency)Be a Part of the UOB FamilyUOB 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.