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VP, Business Management (Risk & Control) Specialist, International Centre Operations, IBG Operations (IBGO), Group COO

CompanyDBS Bank
LocationSingapore
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 14, 2026
About The Company
DBS is a leading financial services group in Asia with a presence in 19 markets. Headquartered and listed in Singapore, DBS is in the three key Asian axes of growth: Greater China, Southeast Asia and South Asia. The bank's "AA-" and "Aa1" credit ratings are among the highest in the world. Recognised for its global leadership, DBS has been named “World’s Best Bank” by Global Finance, “World’s Best Bank” by Euromoney and “Global Bank of the Year” by The Banker. The bank is at the forefront of leveraging digital technology to shape the future of banking, having been named “World’s Best Digital Bank” by Euromoney and the world’s “Most Innovative in Digital Banking” by The Banker. In addition, DBS has been accorded the “Safest Bank in Asia“ award by Global Finance for 14 consecutive years from 2009 to 2022. DBS provides a full range of services in consumer, SME and corporate banking. As a bank born and bred in Asia, DBS understands the intricacies of doing business in the region’s most dynamic markets. DBS is committed to building lasting relationships with customers, as it banks the Asian way. Through the DBS Foundation, the bank creates impact beyond banking by supporting social enterprises: businesses with a double bottom-line of profit and social and/or environmental impact. DBS Foundation also gives back to society in various ways, including equipping communities with future-ready skills and building food resilience. With its extensive network of operations in Asia and emphasis on engaging and empowering its staff, DBS presents exciting career opportunities. For more information, please visit www.dbs.com
About the Role

Business Function

Group Operations enables and empowers our Bank with an efficient, nimble, scalable standard infrastructure through a strategic focus on Productivity, Quality & Control, Operating Models, Technology and People. In Group Operations, we manage most of the Bank's operational processes and inspire to delight our business partners through our multiple banking delivery channels.

 

 

About the role

This position is established to provide comprehensive governance, management, and robust risk control oversight, crucial for driving the regionalization and standardization of the IBGO strategy across our 8 International Centres’ Operations teams.

The role actively ensures compliance with risk standards, meticulously manages third-party risk governance, and requires consistent engagement with international centers to proactively address operational challenges and foster excellence.

 

Responsibilities

  • Work in close partnership with International Centres Ops team and Regional Operations teams to standardize processes and system solutions.
  • Maintain constant engagement with International Centres Ops teams to explain Head Office initiatives, understand challenges from locations, and collaborate with various stakeholders to resolve roadblocks.
  • Drive and guide locations on operational risk management to ensure compliance to risk standards.
  • Review operations metrics, Key Risk Indicators (KRI), and management reports submitted by the locations. Exercise sound judgment and escalate issues appropriately.
  • Work with Regional Ops team to coordinate regional projects impacting International Centres, ensuring that regional are delivered on schedule. 

 

 

Requirements

  • Degree holder with at least 8 years of experience in a banking operations risk & control role, ideally with experience in IBG Operations (trade finance, corporate loan) product;
  • Strong risk control mindset, with experience in Operational Risk Management, RCSA and/or Third Party Risk Management control functions.;
  • Positive and proactive attitude to lead and to get things done;
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Team player with strong collaborative attitude. 

 

 

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We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements.

Location:

DBS Asia Central

Job:

Operations

Schedule:

Regular

Employee Status:

Full time
Key Skills
Operational Risk ManagementRCSAThird Party Risk ManagementGovernanceRisk ControlStakeholder ManagementProcess StandardizationBanking OperationsTrade FinanceCorporate LoansInterpersonal CommunicationCollaboration
Categories
Finance & AccountingManagement & LeadershipSecurity & Safety
Benefits
Competitive SalaryBenefits PackageProfessional Development
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Provide governance and risk control oversight to standardize IBGO strategy across eight international centers. Collaborate with regional teams to manage operational risk, review KRIs, and resolve operational roadblocks.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
10+
💼Company Size
35211
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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