Relationship Management (Corporate Banking- Miri)

Role summary

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The role manages corporate banking relationships in Miri, develops new business, understands clients’ financial needs, and recommends suitable lending, cash management, trade finance, and other banking solutions. Candidates typically need a degree in finance, banking, business, economics, or a related field, along with relevant corporate or commercial banking experience. Strong credit assessment, financial analysis, relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills are expected. The successful candidate should be commercially minded, customer-focused, ethical, and able to meet business targets while complying with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Knowledge of the Sarawak business market and the ability to work independently and collaboratively would be advantageous.

About the employer

UOB, or United Overseas Bank, is a major Southeast Asian bank headquartered in Singapore. Established in 1935, it provides personal, commercial, corporate, investment, and private banking services across the region. UOB operates in countries including Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, Japan, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Its Malaysian business serves individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, large corporations, and institutional clients through branches and digital channels. The bank is known for its regional network, corporate banking capabilities, wealth management services, and focus on long-term client relationships. In Malaysia, UOB supports businesses with financing, cash management, trade services, treasury products, and investment solutions. The organisation generally values professionalism, integrity, teamwork, customer focus, risk awareness, and continuous development.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers varied opportunities in banking, technology, shared services, tourism, manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and education. Kuala Lumpur is the main corporate centre, while Penang, Johor, Sabah, and Sarawak provide opportunities in manufacturing, trade, energy, tourism, and regional banking. Miri is a smaller, relaxed city in Sarawak with a multicultural population, lower living costs than Kuala Lumpur, and easy access to beaches, nature parks, and local food. Malaysian culture blends Malay, Chinese, Indian, Indigenous, and other influences; English is widely used in business. Lifestyle is generally convenient, with affordable dining, tropical weather, and improving transport and digital services. Foreign employees usually require an Employment Pass sponsored by their employer, while Malaysian citizens do not need a visa. Relocating employees should budget for housing, healthcare, transport, work-permit processing, and possible tax obligations. Sarawak has distinct immigration controls, so additional entry procedures may apply.