WB Relationship Manager

Role summary

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The WB Relationship Manager is responsible for managing and growing relationships with wholesale banking clients in Thailand. Requirements typically include a bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field; relevant experience in corporate, commercial, or wholesale banking; strong credit and financial analysis skills; and sound knowledge of banking products and regulations. The candidate is expected to identify business opportunities, understand client needs, prepare credit proposals, coordinate with product and risk teams, and maintain high service standards. Strong communication, negotiation, relationship-building, commercial awareness, and Thai and English language skills are likely to be important.

About the employer

United Overseas Bank (UOB) is a leading Singapore-based bank with operations across Southeast Asia, Greater China, and other international markets. Established in 1935, the bank provides personal, commercial, corporate, investment, and private banking services to individuals, businesses, and institutions. UOB has a substantial presence in Thailand, serving local companies, multinational corporations, and affluent customers through relationship-led banking and specialist financial solutions. Its wholesale banking business supports clients with lending, transaction banking, cash management, trade finance, foreign exchange, capital markets, and advisory services. The organization emphasizes responsible growth, customer partnerships, digital innovation, risk management, and professional development. Working at UOB typically offers exposure to regional clients and cross-border banking activities, with opportunities to collaborate across business lines and international markets.

Working in Thailand

Thailand offers banking, finance, technology, hospitality, education, healthcare, and digital-sector opportunities, with Bangkok serving as the main professional hub. Popular islands such as Phuket, Koh Samui, and Koh Phangan provide a slower lifestyle, beaches, international communities, and growing tourism-related employment, although specialist banking roles are concentrated in Bangkok. Thai culture values respect, politeness, family, community, and adaptability; learning basic Thai is helpful. Living costs vary considerably, with Bangkok and major resort areas generally more expensive than smaller provinces. Foreign professionals usually need an employer-sponsored Non-Immigrant B visa and work permit before starting employment. Employers commonly assist with documentation, but qualifications and job relevance must meet immigration requirements. Thailand offers long-stay options for certain skilled professionals and investors, subject to changing rules. Candidates should verify visa conditions, taxation, healthcare, housing, and relocation support directly with the employer.