Senior Vice President, Managed Solutions Governance (Private Banking), Consumer Banking Group

Business Function DBS’ Private Banking offers a one-stop, full-service touchpoint for all banking requirements and provides the highest level of personalised banking. We have a team of dedicated, experienced investment advisors who identify opportunities in the various asset classes and employ the best strategies and product vehicles to cater to each client’s needs. Coupled with partnerships within the DBS network and with global institutions, we strive to build long-term relationships with our Private Banking clients in Asia by providing them with high quality, timely and extensive wealth management, investment and financial solutions. Private Banking clients have access to a broad array of investment services from advisory, execution to discretionary portfolio management services. The Managed Solutions Governance team head is responsible of implementing a robust governance framework and provides oversight over the end-to-end activities across all products/ and services in scope, such as: Discretionary Mandates, Alternative Investments and Wealth Planning. Responsibilities As part of the Managed Solutions Governance team, you will: • Lead a high-performing governance team, setting the strategic direction, priorities, and objectives for the team in alignment with business goals. • Provide governance relate advise in Management Committees, providing critical challenge, strategic guidance, and sound judgment on risk, and regulatory matters. • Partner with the Business in the design and implementation of governance frameworks in consultation with other key stakeholders in first and second lines. • Identify emerging & operational risks from thematic reviews and control assessments, anticipate implications, and implement pragmatic solutions. • Provide effective oversight to ensure Product teams apply best practices with adherence to internal policies, regulations and bank’s risk appetite at all times. • Provide coaching and mentoring team members to strengthen technical expertise and critical thinking on complex matters. • Drive continuous governance improvements, operational efficiencies, and innovation including the adoption of GenAI-enabled solutions. Requirements • Degree in Banking, Finance, Accountancy or a related discipline. • At least 10 years of relevant experience in governance, product/risk management within Wealth Management, or Asset Management. • Strong product knowledge of Discretionary Portfolio Management, Alternative Investments, and/or Variable Capital Companies (VCCs). • Proven people leadership experience, with the ability to lead, mentor and develop team members in a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. • Strong execution, critical judgment and decision-making capabilities, with the ability to assess complex issues, challenge assumptions and make well-reasoned recommendations in ambiguous situations. • Analytical capabilities, including ability to develop dashboards and data-driven insights to strengthen governance oversight and support strategic decision-making. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Location: DBS Asia Central Job: COO Office/Business Mgt & Support Schedule: Regular Employee Status: Full time