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Investment Advisor, Greater China (VP/ED)
Role summary
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The Investment Advisor will advise high-net-worth clients from Greater China on investment strategies, portfolio construction, asset allocation and market opportunities. The role typically requires substantial experience in private banking, wealth management or investment advisory, strong knowledge of global markets and investment products, and familiarity with Greater China client needs. Candidates should hold relevant professional qualifications, communicate fluently in English and Mandarin, and be able to explain complex ideas clearly. At VP/ED level, the expectation is to provide trusted advice, support relationship managers, contribute to client acquisition and retention, manage investment risks, and work effectively with product, research and compliance teams.
Can I work in Singapore?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
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 Bank of Singapore Limited
Bank of Singapore is the private banking arm of OCBC Group, one of Southeast Asia’s largest financial institutions. Headquartered in Singapore, it serves high-net-worth individuals, families, entrepreneurs and institutions across Asia and selected international markets. The bank provides wealth planning, investment advisory, portfolio management, credit, trust and estate-planning solutions. Its platform combines OCBC’s regional strength with dedicated private-banking expertise, including access to global investment products, market research and specialist advisory teams. Bank of Singapore places strong emphasis on long-term client relationships, investment discipline, risk management and tailored wealth solutions. Its Greater China business supports clients connected with mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, making cultural understanding, Mandarin capability and regional market knowledge particularly valuable for senior investment professionals.