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
Key Responsibilities
Relationship Management & Origination
- Manage a portfolio of assigned financial sponsor clients, acting as a primary point of contact
- Support senior RMs in developing strategic coverage plans and deepening sponsor relationships
- Proactively originate financing opportunities linked to sponsor acquisitions, refinancings, and portfolio company needs
- Identify cross‑sell opportunities across loans, capital markets, cash management, FX, derivatives, and treasury services
Transaction Execution
- Work closely with Credit, Product, and Coverage teams to structure financing solutions aligned to client needs and risk appetite
- Coordinate end‑to‑end execution of sponsor‑led transactions, including syndicated loans, acquisition financing, and recapitalisations
- Prepare pitch materials, credit proposals, internal approval memos, and client presentations
- Liaise with legal counsel, financial advisors, and external stakeholders through deal execution
- Proactively manage KYC workflows, resolve documentation gaps, and address compliance queries to avoid deal execution delays
Portfolio Management & Risk
- Monitor credit performance of sponsor clients and underlying portfolio companies
- Ensure timely review of credit facilities, covenant compliance, and internal risk reporting
- Proactively flag emerging risks and work with Risk Management on mitigation strategies
Experience & Qualifications
- 10-12 years of relevant experience in banking, real estate financing and structured lending, financial sponsors coverage
- Proven exposure to investment property, development, and/or income‑producing real estate across real asset classes such as office, retail, industrial, logistics, hospitality, residential and alternative assets classes such as data centres.
- Hands‑on experience supporting sponsor‑led real estate transactions, including acquisitions, refinancings, recapitalisations, and development financing
- Strong understanding of private equity business models, fund structures
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline; CFA or MBA is an advantage
Technical & Professional Skills
- Solid financial analysis and credit assessment capabilities, including cash flow and leverage analysis
- Strong transaction management skills with attention to detail and execution discipline
- Ability to prepare high‑quality client and credit documentation
Personal Attributes
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
- Commercial mindset with an ability to balance growth and risk
- Self‑motivated, collaborative, and able to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment
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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