Global Market Intern (6 Months)

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

UOB makes markets in nearly all major asset classes, providing sophisticated, timely solutions to our clients. Our Sales and Trading (S&T) team works in a fast-paced, dynamic and exciting environment, quickly processing information and anticipating market trends to help clients make their next move. In the Financial Institutions (FI) Sales team, we service highly sophisticated financial institutional clients including banks and non-bank asset managers, and funds. We are looking for an intern to come on board to provide technical and administrative support.

• As a FI Sales intern, you will need to gather information on the previous day’s market activity before the day officially starts.

• You will also handle general enquiries and assist FI Sales in gathering market and product data and prepare presentations for client pitches.

• Learning value will be immense but expectations will also be great for the intern that comes on board.

Learning Outcomes

1. Financial Markets Product Knowledge across various asset classes
including but not limited to FX, rates, money markets, fixed
Income, equities and commodities
2. Understanding market dynamics and how various asset classes are
interconnected

Qualifications/Requirements

• Undergraduate year 2 onwards

• Finance/Accountancy/Economics background advantageous

• Powerpoint, Excel and Excel VBA advantageous

• Keen interest in global financial markets and factors that impact them

• Effective verbal and written communication

• Comfortable with change and adjust to changing demands and requirements

• Strong team player and demonstrates energy and drive

• Creative thinking, problem-solving and process improvement skills

• Proactive, enthusiastic learner

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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