VP, Project Manager, Innovation Group

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.

Job Description

About the Department

The Innovation Strategy & Planning team leads and drives the bank’s digital innovation and analytics transformation. The team ensures that innovation strategy pillars and objectives are operationalised and implemented through actionable and measurable plans and initiatives, with close collaborations across various functions within the Group.

Job Responsibilities

Innovation and Transformation:

• Keep abreast of the latest innovation developments, practices and tools.
• Support the integration of potential innovation solutions for organisation growth and build organisation core capability.
• Lead end-to-end project delivery across ISP initiatives, including innovation programmes, capability enablement, partnerships, and strategic pilots.
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans covering scope, timeline, budget, dependencies, and resources.
• Track progress, manage interdependencies, and ensure delivery against agreed outcomes and KPIs.

Process, Risk and Control:

• Identify emerging risks within the Innovation Group and the broader industry; propose and implement appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate actively with subject matter experts (SME) and other teams/stakeholders in conducting assurance reviews and resolving risk-related issues.
• Plan and perform assurance reviews, including control testing, in accordance with the assurance methodology. Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls related to risks within functional areas. Recommend improvements to strengthen controls and enhance risk management practices in the Innovation Group. Assess residual risk and ensure alignment with risk appetite.
• Formulate and strengthen governance on all risk frameworks and policies, ensuring compliance with all applicable legislations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to prioritize risk reviews based on control criticality, regulatory focus, and emerging threats.
• Support mandatory tracking and reporting activities.

Budget, Procurement, and Sourcing:

• Manage budget and expenses, including invoice verification, cost allocation, payments, and sourcing processes.

Job Requirements

• Recognised university degree with 4 to 8 years’ working experience with hands-on experience in project management and continuity within the banking industry.
• Strong understanding of processes, risk, and controls, with a strong risk culture mindset and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail, meticulousness, and a passion for accuracy.
• Strategic thinker with excellent project management, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation) to deliver timely assurance reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and work independently with minimal supervision.

Additional Requirements

Be a Part of the 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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