First VP, AI​/GenAI Program Manager, Enterprise AI, Innovation Group

Company: 1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in ASEAN with a global network in Southeast Asia, Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Operating through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, we have a global network of about 430 branches and offices in 19 markets. At the heart of UOB is our culture, shaped by the UOB Way and anchored on our four values – Honourable, Enterprising, United and Committed.

For more than 90 years, these values have guided how we do right by our customers, collaborate with one another and create long-term value for the communities we operate in. As One Bank, we are committed to helping our colleagues build sustainable careers grounded in purpose, supported by strong values, and enriched with meaningful opportunities to grow.

The role oversees the end‑to‑end lifecycle of AI/GenAI initiatives, ensuring timely delivery within scope, budget, and quality standards, while proactively managing risks. It also establishes strong governance for ethics, data privacy, and compliance, and drives change management, adoption, and measurement of tangible business impact.

Program Strategy & Planning

• Define and execute Al/Gen Al program roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Identify opportunities for Al/Gen Al adoption across business units.
• Develop business cases and ROl models for Al initiatives.

S take holder Management

• Collaborate with senior leadership, product teams, and technical experts to ensure alignment.
• Act as the primary liaison between business and technical teams for Al projects.

• Oversee end-to-end program lifecycle, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Ensure timely delivery of Al/Gen Al solutions within scope, budget, and quality standards.

• Establish governance frameworks for Al ethics, data privacy, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor risks and implement mitigation strategies.

• Drive organizational readiness for Al/Gen Al adoption through training and communication.
• Measure and report on program success metrics and business impact.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or related field.
• Experience:
  • >10 years in program management, with at least 2 years in Al/Gen Al or digital transformation.
  • Proven track record of delivering complex, large-scale cross-functional programs.
• Technical Knowledge:
  • Understanding of Al/ML concepts, Gen Al technologies, and data analytics.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GP) and Al tools.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to translate technical concepts into business value.

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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.