Business Development Manager - Activation Team

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The Business Development Manager in the Activation Team is expected to drive customer and partner activation initiatives that support OCBC's business growth. Responsibilities may include developing acquisition and engagement campaigns, managing external partners, identifying new business opportunities, tracking activation performance, and coordinating with product, marketing, operations, and technology teams. Candidates should have a degree or equivalent experience, several years of business development, partnerships, sales, marketing, or financial services experience, and strong commercial, analytical, communication, and project management skills. The role requires initiative, customer focus, relationship-building ability, and confidence working across functions in a fast-paced banking environment.

About the employer

OCBC Bank is one of Southeast Asia's largest financial institutions and Singapore's longest-established bank. Founded in 1932, it provides retail and commercial banking, wealth management, insurance, investment banking, and digital financial services. The group serves individuals, businesses, institutions, and high-net-worth clients across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Greater China, and other international markets. OCBC is known for its strong regional network, broad product portfolio, and focus on digital innovation. Its Singapore operations offer opportunities across banking, technology, risk, finance, operations, sales, customer experience, and corporate functions. Employees typically work in a structured, regulated environment that values collaboration, customer service, professional development, responsible banking, and innovation. The bank's major Singapore presence and regional footprint make it a suitable employer for professionals seeking long-term careers in financial services.