Job Description

WHO WE ARE:

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As Singapore's longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.


Today, we're on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia's leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.


We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.


Your Opportunity Starts Here.


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Strategic Planning Manager




Why Join


As a Strategic Planning Manager at OCBC, you'll play a key role in shaping the bank's future. You'll work closely with senior leaders to develop and implement strategic plans that drive growth, innovation, and sustainability. If you're passionate about strategy, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact, this role is for you.




How you succeed


To succeed in this role, you'll need to be a strategic thinker, a collaborative leader, and a creative problem-solver. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to analyze market trends, identify opportunities, and develop strategic plans that align with the bank's goals. You'll also need to be able to communicate complex ideas simply and effectively to stakeholders at all levels.




What you do

Developing long-term vision and direction

: Supporting the creation and communicating a clear vision for the organization's future growth and success. This may involve conducting market research and analysis, identifying key trends and opportunities, and setting strategic goals and objectives.

Supporting strategic planning

: Supporting the development of the organization's strategic plan, which outlines the actions and resources needed to achieve the organization's goals. This may include identifying and prioritizing initiatives, allocating resources, and establishing metrics to measure progress.

Supporting transformation and innovation projects

: Responsible for leading cross-functional teams to implement transformational initiatives and innovation projects, serving as an effective translator between business and the digital/tech teams and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

Communicating and aligning strategy

: Effectively communicate the organization's strategy to senior management, employees, and other stakeholders and ensure that all levels of the organization are aligned with and working towards the same goals.

Managing risks and challenges

: Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging trends, and regulatory changes that may impact the organization's strategic direction to achieve its goals. and develop contingency plans as needed.

Monitoring and reporting on progress

: Responsible for monitoring the progress of the organization's strategic initiatives and reporting on results to senior management and other stakeholders by developing key performance indicators (KPI) and reporting metrics. They may also be responsible for adjusting the strategy as needed based on changing market conditions or other factors.




Who you are


Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, applied engineering or a field relating to digital and technology At least 5-8 years of experience in strategic planning, innovation, business development, program management or management consulting. Experience in driving business transformations involving new business models/segments, products and/or channels Strong understanding of financial concepts and be able to analyze and interpret complex financial data to inform strategic recommendations and decision-making. Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at different levels. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. Ability to appreciate digital, data and AI applications or blockchain technologies will be an added advantage





Who we are


As Singapore's longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.




Today, we're on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation.


But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia's leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.




We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career. Your Opportunity Starts Here.




What we offer


Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Equal opportunity. Fair employment. Selection based on ability and fit with our culture and values. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

What we offer:

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Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.