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Business Development Manager, International Clients
Role summary
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The role focuses on developing and managing relationships with international clients in Singapore, identifying opportunities to grow deposits, investments, lending and other banking solutions. Requirements typically include a degree in business, finance or a related discipline, relevant experience in business development, international banking or relationship management, and strong knowledge of financial products and regulatory requirements. Candidates should demonstrate commercial awareness, excellent communication and negotiation skills, the ability to build trusted client relationships, and confidence working across markets and cultures. The successful candidate is expected to meet growth targets, collaborate with internal product and credit teams, manage risk appropriately and provide a high-quality client experience.
Can I work in Singapore?
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How it works
How it works: Employment Pass: SGD 6,200+ a month in banking at 23, more with age (6,600 from January 2027), plus 40 COMPASS points for pay, degree, nationality mix and local hiring.
Before you apply: Dealing, advising and senior roles usually need a regulator's licence or approval, which checks your honesty, skills and finances. Ask if your job does.
Watch for: You score 0 nationality points when your nationality is 25% or more of the firm's professionals and managers; the job is usually advertised to locals for 14 days first.
Official source: Ministry of Manpower: Employment Pass eligibility. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Singapore
Usual for Banking jobs in Singapore, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not usual; senior expats may get an allowance; Work Permit staff: employer must ensure proper housing (by law) |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Work Permit staff: employer pays levy, bond and insurance (by law); relocation help is an expat perk |
| Flights | Work Permit staff: flight home paid by the employer (by law); others only if the offer says so |
| Contract | Work Permit up to 2 years; S Pass and Employment Pass up to 2, then 3; notice 1 day to 4 weeks by default |
| Leave | 7 to 14 days (by law; many get more); 11 public holidays; 14 days' sick leave, 60 in hospital |
| Income tax | 0% up to SGD 20,000 a year, then 2% to 24% (about 3% at SGD 60,000); resident rates on a 1-year pass |
| Health cover | Employer must insure Work Permit and S Pass staff, SGD 60,000 a year (by law); Employment Pass: company plan |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Standard Chartered
Standard Chartered is an international banking group headquartered in London, with a strong focus on markets across Asia, Africa and the Middle East. The bank provides corporate, commercial, retail, private and wealth banking services, together with trade finance, investment products, payments and digital banking solutions. Singapore is one of its major regional hubs, supporting clients ranging from multinational companies and financial institutions to entrepreneurs and internationally mobile individuals. Standard Chartered promotes a purpose-led culture centred on driving commerce and prosperity through its diverse international network. Employees generally work in a regulated, multicultural environment and collaborate across countries and business lines. The company places emphasis on responsible banking, risk management, inclusion, innovation and long-term client relationships. Compensation and benefits vary by role, experience and performance, with many professional positions including annual incentives.