First VP, Alliance

Overview

The candidate will work with the Head of Innovation Strategy and Planning in developing and executing strategies to enhance UOB's internal and external outreach. This role is pivotal in building high-impact partnerships, driving digital engagement, and leveraging innovation labs to position UOB as a forward-thinking leader in the banking industry. The successful candidate will champion innovation adoption across the bank, fostering collaboration with colleagues, clients, and industry bodies, positioning UOB as a progressive bank committed to improving banking experiences and profitability through innovation.

Strategic Partnership Development

• Identify, evaluate, and establish strategic alliances with key stakeholders, including local corporate clients, investors, industry bodies, innovation labs and Institutes of Higher Learning and associations like the Digital Assets Association
• Drive co-creation initiatives with partners to pilot and scale innovation solutions
• Build and nurture long term relationships with external stakeholders to support UOB’s innovation agenda and strengthen its ecosystem influence
• Collaborate with other UOB functions (e.g., Private Banking) and to align partnership strategies with UOB’s innovation goals, ensuring measurable business outcomes

Digital Engagement And Outreach

• Develop and increase participation in thought leadership activities, including speaking engagements and innovation showcases to promote UOB's innovation initiatives across regional and global platforms
• Develop communication strategies and leverage digital channels to communicate and promote UOB as a progressive bank

Innovation Promotion

• Work closely with Innovation labs and the Enterprise AI department to integrate cutting-edge solutions into client offerings
• Promote the adoption of UOB's solutions to enhance customer experience, operational efficiency and profitability
• Continuously monitor emerging industry trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for innovation

Leadership And Team Management

• Support the Head of Innovation Strategy and Planning in leading the Alliance and Partnership team
• Set clear objectives, KPIs and innovation roadmaps to achieve strategic goals
• Foster a collaborative, forward-thinking team culture that encourages experimentation and innovation

Partnership Development

• Develop and maintain partnerships that contribute to UOB's innovation agenda and ecosystem

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of strategic partnerships established and maintained
• Quality and impact of partnerships on UOB's innovation-related initiatives

Outreach And Engagement

• Number of speaking engagements and events participated in by senior members of the Innovation Group
• Increase in clients' perception of UOB as a progressive bank

Innovation Promotion

• Successful integration of AI solutions into client offerings
• Tangible improvement in client experience and profitability via innovation-driven initiatives

Team Performance

• Achievement of team objectives and KPIs
• Retention and development of innovation talent

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in strategic partnership development and management.
• Proven track record of driving partnerships and conceptualizing/managing large-scale events including conferences and industry showcases
• Experience in strategically positioning senior management/c-suite leaders on global innovation platforms to strengthen corporate reputation and thought leadership
• Strong understanding of digital assets, artificial intelligence, data, fintech, and the role of innovation labs in the banking sector
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels
• Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop a team

• CMFAS HI - Certificate in Health Insurance - Singapore
• CMFAS M1B - Rules and Regulations for Dealing in Securities (Non SGX-ST members) - Singapore
• CMFAS M5 - Rules & Regulations for Financial Advisory Services - Singapore
• CMFAS M6A - Securities and Futures Product Knowledge - Singapore
• CMFAS M6 - Securities Products and Analysis - Singapore
• CMFAS M8A - Collective Investment Schemes II - Singapore
• CMFAS M8 - Collective Investment Schemes - Singapore
• CMFAS M9A - Life Insurance and Investment-Linked Policies II - Singapore
• CMFAS M9 - Life Insurance & Investment-Linked Policies - Singapore

Be a Part of the UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions 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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• Executive

• Full-time

• Business Development and Sales
• Industries: Banking