Assistant VP, Assistant Relationship Manager, Global Financial Institutions

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

Relationship Management (Wholesale Banking) - Financial Institutions Group is responsible for strengthening the firm's relationships with existing accounts, and driving continuous service improvements with ultimate focus on business retention. Develops the strategy, processes, and delivery measurement for service among all functional areas responsible for delivering to clients. Financial Institutions Group covers activities related to the development, origination, provision and management of loan services and auxiliary products (e.g., letters of credit, hedging facilities, cash management) to institutions with revenues above a certain limit. The Financial Institutions Group focus specializes in covering products relating to coverages for banks, credit unions, insurance companies, investment advisers, hedge funds, mutual funds, venture capital, and private equity firms, ensuring point coverage across products for the bank.

Job Responsibilities

This position is part of the Global Funds & Financial Sponsors (“GFFS”) team in Singapore within Global Financial Institutions Group. We are looking for an Assistant Relationship Manager / Assistant Coverage Banker to support the Senior Relationship Manager in driving client relationships and business growth with clients in the GFFS segment for real assets such as property, data center, infrastructure, renewables, logistics, student accommodation, hospitality etc.
 
Key responsibilities include:
•    Providing support to the Senior Relationship Manager in growing and maintaining a portfolio of existing and new clients in Singapore and in the region.
•    Preparation of new credit proposals, annual credit reviews and ad-hoc credit requests in relation to credit facilities. This includes structuring of facilities terms and conditions, advocating the credit case and overseeing end to end credit application and credit approval process.
•    Cross-sell other product capabilities in the bank, such as cash management, bonds, derivatives and loan syndications etc.
•    Manage all required compliance/KYC due diligence and AML process for onboarding and periodic reviews and ensure it meets the bank’s and regulator’s requirements.
•    Oversee the documentation and operational aspects of all products and services provided.
•    Work closely with internal stakeholders (eg. credit approvers, credit admin team, group legal, loan agency and operations team, product partners, etc.) to ensure a smooth deal process.
 

Job Requirements

•    Degree in Accountancy, Business Administration or Banking & Finance or comparable
•    Prior working experience in a similar role in corporate banking, commercial banking and/or financial institutions banking teams preferred. 
•    Proficient in credit analysis and financial analysis.
•    Understanding of the financial industry and suite of banking products/services including Global Markets, Transaction Banking, Capital Markets and lending.
•    Resourceful individual with strong initiatives and positive attitude who is also a team player.
•    Dynamic, dedicated, self-driven and highly motivated.
•    Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

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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