First VP / VP, Group Strategy & Transformation

UOB•Phoenix, AZ

18d

About The Position

About the Department UOB’s Group Strategy and Transformation (GSAT) is a unit that supports business units across the group that drives the strategic and transformation agenda. On Strategy, we support the MEC in their definition of the bank’s ambition and roadmap. Through Transformation, we support business heads to prioritize initiatives, structure them into programs for execution, and drive their successful delivery. In addition, the team supports the bank's strategic Communications activity.

Requirements

Candidates to have strong consulting background, minimum 5 years of relevant experience with financial services or banking knowledge and experience in Asian markets are preferred.
Exceptional analytical and creative problem solving skills
Experience with research (e.g. quantitative and qualitative, primary and secondary)
Comfort operating in ambiguous environments, bringing a structured approach
Proven track record in driving and delivering research and strategy projects
Strong stakeholder management; works well across teams such as sales, product, technology, finance, etc.
Strong influencer; track record of influencing decisions and opinions of others especially senior stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication including C-suite presentation skills.
Ability to articulate concepts and complex ideas in clear and impactful manner
Passionate about driving change. Having a curious mind to challenge status quo and provide innovative solutions and different perspectives
Highly organized, and able to multi-task
Intelligent self-starter with resilience and resourcefulness

Responsibilities

Develop a strategic point of view and formalize strategy papers (as analyst, stream lead, or project manager)
Support transformation program delivery (in partnership with business stakeholders)
Participate in key management committees, tracking items for follow-up
Contribute to team development (recruitment, knowledge development, training, etc.)

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