WB Relationship Manager

Role summary

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The WB Relationship Manager is expected to develop and manage relationships with wholesale banking clients in the Chon Buri area, understand their businesses, identify financing and banking needs, and recommend suitable UOB solutions. Requirements typically include a bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field, together with experience in corporate or commercial banking, credit analysis, and client relationship management. Strong communication, negotiation, financial analysis, and business development skills are important. The successful candidate should be commercially minded, target-focused, trustworthy, and able to collaborate with credit, product, risk, and operations teams while maintaining high compliance standards.

About the employer

United Overseas Bank (UOB) is a major Singapore-based bank with operations across Southeast Asia and other international markets. Established in 1935, it provides personal, commercial, corporate, investment, and private banking services to individuals and businesses. UOB serves companies ranging from small enterprises to large multinational corporations, offering lending, cash management, trade finance, treasury, payment, and advisory solutions. Its Thailand business supports local and international clients through branches and specialist banking teams, with a particular focus on helping companies operate and expand across the region. UOB is known for its regional connectivity, relationship-led service, and emphasis on prudent risk management. The bank employs professionals across banking, technology, operations, compliance, and customer-facing roles, making it a significant employer in Thailand's financial-services sector.

Working in Thailand

Thailand offers varied opportunities for banking and corporate professionals, especially in Bangkok, the Eastern Economic Corridor, and major tourism or business hubs such as Phuket and Koh Samui. Chon Buri is on the mainland but is close to popular coastal destinations including Pattaya, Koh Larn, and Koh Samet. Thai culture values politeness, respect for seniority, and relationship building; learning basic Thai is useful in daily life and client work. Lifestyle costs are generally lower than in Singapore, although coastal tourist areas can be expensive. Thailand provides beaches, outdoor activities, excellent food, and convenient domestic travel. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored Non-Immigrant B visa and work permit before starting work. Relocating candidates should confirm sponsorship, tax treatment, healthcare, housing, and school arrangements with the employer. A local bank account and long-term rental are usually practical after arrival.