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

Job Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders and managers in assigned business units to understand their strategic goals and translate them into actionable HR initiatives and solutions.

• Drive the implementation of talent acquisition, performance management, succession planning, and employee development programs. Coach and advise managers on talent-related matters.

• Provide expert guidance on employee relations issues, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures. Champion employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive and productive work environment.

• Support organizational design efforts, workforce planning, and change management initiatives to optimize team structures and adapt to evolving business needs.

• Collaborate with the Compensation & Benefits team to ensure competitive and equitable compensation practices, and advise on reward strategies aligned with business unit performance.

• Utilize HR data and analytics to identify trends, measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives, and provide insights to business leaders for informed decision-making.

• Lead or participate in various HR projects and initiatives, contributing to the continuous improvement of HR services and processes.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 to 12 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3-5 years in an HR Business Partner or similar strategic HR role, preferably within the financial services industry.

• Strong understanding of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations.

• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex HR concepts clearly and concisely.

• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to HR.

• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• * Experience in talent management, performance management, and employee relations.

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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