VP, Strategy and Transformation | Singapore, SG

OCBC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

OCBC is seeking a Vice President of Strategy and Transformation to lead change initiatives within Group Audit. This role involves developing strategies for governance, risk assessment, and fostering a high-performance culture. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in change management, a strong analytical mindset, and excellent interpersonal skills. Join OCBC to contribute to transforming the Bank's future.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Flexible benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 - 10 years of experience in a change management or internal audit role in financial services.
• Proven track record of leading transformational change and building high-performing teams.
• Strong understanding of talent management and data application.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of strategic change management plans.
• Lead communication and training initiatives for new processes.
• Foster a high-performance culture and manage stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Project Management

Data Analysis

Talent Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Information Systems

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
Join OCBC to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and collaboration. In Group Audit, you'll enjoy a unique perspective across the Bank, gaining insights into diverse functions while driving impactful change. It's an opportunity to strengthen governance, assess risks, and contribute to the Bank's resilience and OneGroup vision. With continuous learning opportunities, it's a rewarding role for those passionate about making a difference.

How it works
To succeed in a Strategy and Transformation role in Group Audit at OCBC, one must understand OCBC's and Group Audit's aspirations, define clear objectives, and apply critical thinking to collaboratively develop business case development and create value through effective change management strategy and project management principles. Foster a culture of innovation, prioritise stakeholder experience, and leveraging on data analytics and technology. Embed sustainability considerations and communicate effectively to drive meaningful change that benefits the organisation.

What You Do
The Vice President of Strategy and Transformation will play a critical role in driving transformation and success in the Group Audit Function. The individual will be supporting the Head of Strategy and Transformation in leading and governing change initiatives through a change management strategy, and oversee people strategy initiatives, and fostering high performance culture within the function.

Change Management

• Support in the execution and governance of strategic change management plan and progress reporting, ensuring the roadmap is aligned with overall strategy and progress.
  
• Lead in the development of short- medium term technology and innovation strategy, including the implementation of leading-edge technology, audit management system, and leveraging on artificial intelligence. This includes audit management system maintenance and support activities.
  
• Identify and take into consideration emerging trends and leading practices to identify improvements in Internal Audit processes.
  
• Identify and manage key stakeholders, anticipating and addressing their concerns and needs throughout the change process.
  
• Lead communication and training initiatives to facilitate effective knowledge transfer, upskilling, reskilling and adoption of new processes and technologies.
  

People Management

• Lead in the development and execution of short-medium term people and talent management strategy to attract, develop, and retain top talent within Group Audit incorporating the end the end employee journey, future ready ways of working, competency, learning and career pathways and guest auditor programmes.
  
• Identify and address training and development needs, ensuring that the team has the skills, knowledge and business acumen required to excel in their roles.
  
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, innovation, and high performance.
  

Leadership

• Work collaboratively within the Strategy and Transformation team and across Group Audit, inspiring and motivating Group Audit to achieve their strategic goals.
  
• Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation.
  
• Lead by example by modelling bank desired behaviours.
  
• Champion a prudent risk and compliance culture that promotes good ethics, accountability, and good conduct.
  

Who you are

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Information systems or a related field.
  
• Minimum of 8 - 10 years of experience in a change management or internal audit role, in financial services.
  
• Proven track record of leading transformational change, building high-performing teams, and driving business outcomes through people-centric strategies and technology-enabled solutions.
  
• Data Analysis and Project Management experience and/or certification is a plus.
  
• Quick learner with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Strong understanding of talent management, learning principles and practices.
  
• Strong understanding on the application of data and technologies.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
  

Who You Work With
Group Audit is all about oversight. Gaining experience of the bank in its entirety. Gathering insight. Building Risk and Controls expertise. Advising leadership. You might join us in Regulatory Capital Audit, Credit Risk Review, Investigation, Audit Methodology & Standards or Programme Management Office. But wherever you are, your work with clients from around the world drives innovation and makes audit an artform.

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.

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