Assistant VP, Technical Implementation Advisor, Group Wholesale Banking

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The role supports technical implementation of wholesale banking solutions for corporate and institutional clients. Responsibilities may include understanding client requirements, designing integration approaches, coordinating onboarding and testing, supporting APIs, host-to-host connectivity, SWIFT or other payment channels, resolving implementation issues, and working with product, technology, operations and relationship teams. Candidates are expected to have experience in transaction banking, cash management, payment systems, banking technology or client implementation. Strong project coordination, communication, analytical and troubleshooting skills are important, along with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deliver solutions within agreed timelines. Familiarity with corporate banking platforms, systems integration, APIs, file formats and cybersecurity controls would be advantageous.

About the employer

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a major Singapore-headquartered bank with operations across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States. Founded in 1935, UOB provides personal financial services, commercial and corporate banking, transaction banking, investment banking, asset management and private banking. Its Group Wholesale Banking business serves large companies, financial institutions and regional corporations with lending, cash management, trade finance, treasury and digital banking solutions. UOB has invested significantly in technology and regional connectivity to help business clients manage payments, collections, liquidity and cross-border operations. The bank is listed on the Singapore Exchange and is one of Singapore’s three major local banking groups. Its culture generally emphasizes risk discipline, relationship management, regional collaboration, regulatory compliance and long-term client partnerships.

Working in Singapore

Singapore offers strong opportunities in banking, fintech, technology, consulting, logistics and regional headquarters functions. Wholesale banking professionals can find roles in transaction banking, implementation, operations, risk, compliance, product management and digital transformation. The culture is multicultural, efficient and business-oriented, with English widely used at work. The lifestyle combines excellent public transport, safe neighborhoods, modern healthcare, diverse food and convenient city living, although housing and childcare can be expensive. Employment Pass eligibility generally depends on salary, qualifications, experience and the employer’s application; requirements and salary thresholds can change, so candidates should check Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower website. Relocating employees commonly rent apartments near MRT lines and may need to arrange healthcare coverage, tax registration and banking services. Singapore’s compact size makes commuting easy, while nearby islands, parks and coastal areas provide opportunities for leisure and outdoor activities.