The Executive Director will lead workplace services and corporate real estate for OCBC in Singapore, overseeing office strategy, facilities, space planning, workplace experience, vendors, budgets, and property-related projects. The role typically requires extensive experience in corporate real estate, facilities or workplace management, preferably within a large financial institution or multinational organization. Strong leadership, commercial judgment, project management, negotiation, risk awareness and stakeholder-management skills are expected. The candidate should be able to develop a modern, efficient and sustainable workplace strategy, manage internal and external partners, ensure regulatory and operational standards, and support business continuity. Experience leading regional teams and delivering large-scale relocation, refurbishment or transformation programmes would be advantageous.
OCBC Bank is one of Southeast Asia’s largest financial institutions and Singapore’s longest-established bank. Founded in 1932, it provides consumer, commercial and investment banking, wealth management, insurance and treasury services across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Greater China and other international markets. The bank serves individuals, businesses, institutions and governments through branches, digital platforms and specialised financial businesses. OCBC is known for its strong regional franchise, broad corporate relationships and continuing investment in technology, data and digital banking. Its workforce includes professionals in banking, risk, technology, operations, property and corporate functions. As a major employer in Singapore, OCBC generally offers structured career development, competitive benefits and opportunities to work on regional transformation initiatives. This workplace-services position supports the bank’s physical infrastructure, employee experience and operational effectiveness.
Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city with strong opportunities in banking, technology, finance, healthcare, logistics, education and professional services. Its multicultural society blends Chinese, Malay, Indian and international influences, with English widely used at work. Life is convenient and generally safe, offering excellent public transport, modern healthcare, diverse food, shopping, parks and waterfront areas. Housing is the main expense; central private rentals are costly, while suburban apartments and public housing options can be more affordable. International hires normally need an Employment Pass, sponsored by the employer and subject to salary, qualifications and regulatory requirements; spouses may qualify for dependent passes. New arrivals should arrange housing, banking, healthcare coverage and tax registration early. Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain. Its location also makes weekend travel around Southeast Asia easy.
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