The Business Development Manager will acquire, develop and manage emerging-enterprise customers in Kota Kinabalu and surrounding areas. Responsibilities typically include identifying prospects, building relationships with business owners, promoting UOB’s banking and financing solutions, preparing credit proposals, meeting sales targets and coordinating with credit, risk and operations teams. Candidates are expected to have a degree or equivalent experience, relevant commercial or SME banking experience, strong sales and negotiation abilities, and a good understanding of business lending and financial products. The role also requires sound credit judgment, market knowledge, communication skills, customer focus and the ability to work independently while complying with the bank’s policies, regulatory requirements and risk standards.
United Overseas Bank (UOB) is a major Singapore-headquartered bank with operations across Southeast Asia, Greater China and selected international markets. Founded in 1935, it provides personal, commercial and corporate banking, wealth management, investment banking, treasury and digital financial services. UOB serves individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, large corporations and institutional clients through branches, relationship teams and digital channels. In Malaysia, the bank supports consumer and business customers with deposits, payments, cards, trade finance, working capital, business loans and other financial solutions. The organisation places emphasis on long-term customer relationships, responsible risk management, technology-enabled banking and regional connectivity. This role is based in Kota Kinabalu and focuses on developing relationships with emerging enterprises, likely contributing to UOB’s commercial banking growth in Sabah.
Malaysia offers strong opportunities in banking, shared services, technology, tourism, logistics, manufacturing and healthcare. For an island-based lifestyle, Sabah on Borneo provides access to Kota Kinabalu’s beaches, islands, mountains and comparatively relaxed pace, while Peninsular destinations such as Langkawi and Penang offer established expatriate communities and good amenities. Malaysian culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous influences; English is widely used in business, while Malay is the national language. Living costs are generally lower than in Singapore, although housing and imported goods vary by location. Employment generally requires an employer-sponsored Employment Pass, with the company handling much of the application process and eligibility subject to immigration approval. Candidates should confirm salary, relocation support, medical coverage and probation terms before moving. Kota Kinabalu has an international airport, modern shopping and healthcare facilities, but fewer specialist corporate services than Kuala Lumpur.
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