VP, Talent Management, Group HR

1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank Ltd. seeks a Vice President - Talent Management to design and implement talent initiatives across the organization. The role focuses on fostering a high-performance culture, attracting and retaining top talent, and developing future leaders.

Lead global talent programs, oversee acquisition, performance management, succession planning, and leadership development, while leveraging analytics to drive improvements in a large financial services firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, organizational development, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in talent management leadership within a large organization.
• Proven track record designing and managing talent management programs.
• Deep expertise in talent acquisition, performance management, succession planning, leadership development, and employee engagement.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and identify trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an integrated talent management strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee design, implementation, and continuous improvement of talent acquisition, performance management, succession planning, and development programs.
• Partner with HR and business leaders to identify talent needs and build targeted solutions.
• Lead performance management frameworks, goal setting, reviews, and feedback processes.
• Design robust succession planning to ensure internal candidates for critical roles.
• Create and deliver leadership development programs for all levels.
• Utilize HR analytics to assess program effectiveness and guide improvements.
• Manage and mentor a team of talent management professionals.

Skills

Talent management

Leadership development

Strategic planning

Data analytics

HRIS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Organizational Development

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

HRIS

Performance management systems

Job description

Company: 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 Summary

United Overseas Bank Ltd. is seeking a Vice President - Talent Management to lead the strategic design and implementation of comprehensive talent management initiatives across the organization. This role will be instrumental in fostering a high-performance culture, attracting and retaining top talent, and developing future leaders.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an integrated talent management strategy aligned with UOB's business objectives and long-term vision.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of talent acquisition, performance management, succession planning, leadership development, and employee engagement programs.
• Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders to identify talent needs, assess organizational capabilities, and develop targeted talent solutions.
• Lead the development and implementation of robust performance management frameworks, including goal setting, performance reviews, and feedback mechanisms.
• Design and manage effective succession planning processes to ensure a pipeline of qualified internal candidates for critical roles.
• Spearhead the creation and delivery of innovative leadership development programs for all levels, from emerging leaders to senior executives.
• Utilize data analytics and HR metrics to assess the effectiveness of talent programs, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Manage and mentor a team of talent management professionals, fostering their growth and development.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in talent management to ensure UOB remains competitive in attracting and retaining top talent.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and regulations.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 5 years in a dedicated talent management leadership role within a large, complex organization, preferably in the financial services industry.
• Proven track record of successfully designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive talent management programs.
• Deep expertise in talent acquisition, performance management, succession planning, leadership development, and employee engagement.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team.
• Strategic thinker with a strong business acumen and understanding of organizational dynamics.
• Proficiency in HRIS and talent management software.

Additional Requirements

Be a Part of the UOB Family UOB 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.

UOB is rated as one of the world's top banks, ranked 'Aa1' by Moody's Investors Service and 'AA-' by both S&P Global and Fitch Ratings. With a global network of 500 branches and offices across 19 countries in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, as well as branches and offices throughout the region.

Career Site: UOB Career site