First VP/VP, Technical Delivery Manager, Risk Management

First VP/VP, Technical Delivery Manager, Risk Management

Location: Singapore (City Area), SG, 048624

Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd

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.

About the Department

Group Technology and Operations (GTO) provides software and system development, information technology support services and banking operations. We have centralized and standardized the technology components into Singapore, creating a global footprint which can be utilized for supporting our regional subsidiaries and the branches around the world. Our Operations divisions provide transactional customer services for our businesses while also focusing on cost efficiency through process improvements, automation and straight through processing.

Job Responsibilities

Job Summary:
• We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Team Lead to oversee the Bank’s Asset and Liability management (ALM) reporting application.
• In this role, candidate will be responsible for leading a team of skilled SAS professionals in developing and implementing technology solutions to facilitate the Daily/ Weekly and Monthly Regulatory reporting for Balance Sheet Risk Management Business Users.
• Candidate is required to work very closely with Cross-functional teams who provide us the balance sheet data to facilitate the regulatory reports.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and mentor a team of technology SAS professionals focused on ALM initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project and BAU goals, objectives, and deliverables as per the ALM roadmap.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of ALM projects and BAU quarterly change requests.
• Conduct regular assessments of the application and recommend improvements.
• Ensure the team adheres to best practices in software development and project management methodologies.
• Manage team performance through effective goal setting, coaching and performance reviews.
• Facilitate communication between GETO and Business stakeholders to ensure alignment and clarity on project scope and cascade it back to technical delivery team.
• Stay current with emerging technologies to identify opportunities to improve the application.
• Prepare and present reports on project status and present to senior management.
• Oversee the BAU Quarterly CR release and shoulder the lead role for L3-Production Service recovery.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology.
• 15+ years of experience in Technology development, with at least 6 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles and practices, as well as relevant regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.).
• Excellent technical skills, including proficiency in SAS 9.4/ VIYA framework.
• Experience with data analytics, machine learning or AI applications and familiarity with cloud technologies will be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivery results.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with external partners and vendors.

Business Knowledge:
• Banking Background, specifically in Risk Management and/or Treasury.
• Understanding of Treasury and Retail products.
• Understanding of the business areas of Interest Rate Risk Management and Liquidity Risk Management (Balance sheet Risk management).

Technical Skills:
• Candidate must be able to apply good working knowledge of project procedures, work flows, and milestones in order to complete projects assigned.
• Base SAS and Advanced SAS certification + knowledge and working experience with SAS VIYA (this would be an added advantage).

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.