First Vice President, Legal

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.

About the Department

The Legal Department works closely with all functions across the Group to provide timely, accurate and practical legal support. This facilitates decision-making in the delivery of efficient service to our customers, while ensuring that the Group’s interests are protected. 

Job Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to UOB HK branch in bilateral and syndicated loans and trade financing in order to manage legal risks arising from the activities and operations undertaken by the business or support units;
• Work with business and support units to develop standard documentation templates, term sheets and confirmations for specific transactions, structures or products;
• Provide risk assessment of transactions, structures and new initiatives;
• Review and assist to negotiate contracts and agreements; and instruct and work with external counsel where relevant;
• Assist Data Protection Officer of the bank
• Ad hoc projects as assigned

Job Requirements

• Master / Bachelor of Laws
• With at least 10-12 years post qualified experience, with in-house banking experience is highly preferred
• Knowledge and experience in bilateral and syndicated loans, and trade financing. Knowledge of Global Market products would be an advantage.
• Good interpersonal and communication skill
• Fluent in Cantonese, English, and fair Mandarin speaking
• Ability to read and write Chinese

Be a part of UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.

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