First VP, Blockchain & Digital Assets, Innovation Group

UOB • Phoenix, AZ

3d

About The Position

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 Lead the execution of the Group’s strategy, roadmap and operating plan for digital assets and currencies Research and support the development of potential use cases and opportunities (leveraging on, but not limited to, blockchain technology, tokens, coins, purpose coins and other digital assets) Together with team members, actively participate in industry engagements and discussions on innovation topics Lead in the running of POCs, prototypes and pilots to maintain portfolio of innovation concepts in line with strategy Join meetings to discuss co-creation opportunities for use cases. Lead in the delivery to bring innovations to life that will provide learnings Collaborate with stakeholders to drive the delivery and commercialization Monitor the fast evolving landscape and lead internal education efforts on innovation topics, approach and learnings 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. Apply now and make a Difference Together, Let’s Build the Future of ASEAN We value our people and invest in them as we look to fulfil our purpose of building the future of ASEAN. We seek to create a collaborative and progressive environment for them to succeed in their careers for the long term. Explore career opportunities with us today. UOB is rated as one of the world's top banks, ranked 'Aa1' by Moody's Investors Service and 'AA-' by both S&P Global and Fitch Ratings. With a global network of 500 branches and offices across 19 countries in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, as well as branches and offices throughout the region. Career Site: UOB Career site

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of the Group’s strategy, roadmap and operating plan for digital assets and currencies
• Research and support the development of potential use cases and opportunities (leveraging on, but not limited to, blockchain technology, tokens, coins, purpose coins and other digital assets)
• Together with team members, actively participate in industry engagements and discussions on innovation topics
• Lead in the running of POCs, prototypes and pilots to maintain portfolio of innovation concepts in line with strategy
• Join meetings to discuss co-creation opportunities for use cases.
• Lead in the delivery to bring innovations to life that will provide learnings
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive the delivery and commercialization
• Monitor the fast evolving landscape and lead internal education efforts on innovation topics, approach and learnings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees