Assistant VP / Manager, Portfolio Management

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

The candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in rating methodologies.  On-going monitoring and review of model performance, as well as documentation of rating model manual and relevant rating process.

• Work closely with business users, risk management, model validation team and internal auditor on model related issues. Conduct training to key stakeholders and present to various committees for model approval.

• Consolidating of reports, prepare, analyze and enhance MIS reporting for monthly PMU meeting. Advisory role to business users on the application of models and the capital computation.

• Coordinate model-related systems development by ensuring successful implementation of internal rating models and correct capital computation in system. This includes preparing of user requirement, liaising with key stakeholders such as IT, business users, risk management, and performing User Acceptance Test.

• Participate in other ad-hoc projects and initiatives such stress test..etc

Job Requirements

• Degree holder with a minimum of 3-5 years’ of relevant working experience in financial institution.
• Relevant experience in Basel / MAS 637, credit model development or validation is preferred.
• Strong IT, analytical and quantitative skills.
• Experience in Qliksense and Python will be considered an advantage.
• Familiar with AI technologies and capable of using AI tools (e.g., Microsoft 365 Copilot) to improve productivity and support decision-making.
• A team player with strong communication skill and be able to interact with people of all levels.
• An organized, self-motivated person who works independently under multiple tasks and deadlines.

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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