OCBC

VP/ ED, G7 Economist

OCBC  •  Singapore, SG (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

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.

We are looking for a highly analytical and forward-thinking G7 Economist to strengthen our Global Markets Research team. The successful candidate will drive the house view for major developed markets, lead cross-regional thematic research, and work closely with internal stakeholders to identify macro-driven risks and opportunities. This role is suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced market environment and is comfortable engaging with senior decision-makers across the bank.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and Maintain House Views for G7 Economies

  • Lead macroeconomic analysis and forecasting for major developed markets, including the US, Eurozone, UK, and Japan.
  • Formulate the house view on growth, inflation, monetary policy, and fiscal policy.
  • Produce timely and high-impact research insights for internal and external clients. Drive client mindshare through an active media presence.

2. Deliver Cross-Continental Thematic Research

  • Collaborate with other team members on multi-regional themes, such as EU–ASEAN relations, global supply chain shifts, trade policy dynamics, and geopolitical developments
  • Develop deep-dive thematic reports that connect DM macro trends with Asia’s market landscape.

3. Partner with Treasury Advisors, Traders, Strategists, and Portfolio Managers

  • Work closely with FX, rates, credit, and equity teams to translate macro views into actionable market implications.
  • Provide regular risk assessments, scenario analyses, and bespoke research support for trading desks and investment teams.
  • Join client meetings, seminars/webinars, and internal briefings to articulate views and support strategic discussions.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in macroeconomic research, central banking, market strategy, or international institutions.
  • Strong understanding of global macroeconomics, monetary policy frameworks, and market dynamics.
  • Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality written research and deliver concise verbal insights.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across geographic and functional teams.
  • Strong numerical and analytical capabilities, including experience with forecasting models and data analysis tools.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-moving market environment with tight deadlines.
  • Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Public Policy or a related field preferred.

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. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

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About OCBC

OCBC is the longest established Singapore bank, formed in 1932 from the merger of three local banks, the oldest of which was founded in 1912. It is now the second largest financial services group in Southeast Asia by assets and one of the world’s most highly-rated banks, with an Aa1 rating from Moody’s. Recognised for its financial strength and stability, OCBC is consistently ranked among the World’s Top 50 Safest Banks by Global Finance and has been named Best Managed Bank in Singapore by The Asian Banker.

OCBC and its subsidiaries offer a broad array of commercial banking, specialist financial and wealth management services, ranging from consumer, corporate, investment, private and transaction banking to treasury, insurance, asset management and stockbroking services.

OCBC’s key markets are Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Greater China. It has more than 570 branches and representative offices in 19 countries and regions. These include about 300 branches and offices in Indonesia under subsidiary Bank OCBC NISP, and over 90 branches and offices in Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR under OCBC Wing Hang.

OCBC’s private banking services are provided by its wholly-owned subsidiary Bank of Singapore, which operates on a unique open-architecture product platform to source for the best-in-class products to meet its clients’ goals.

OCBC's insurance subsidiary, Great Eastern Holdings, is the oldest and most established life insurance group in Singapore and Malaysia. Its asset management subsidiary, Lion Global Investors, is one of the largest private sector asset management companies in Southeast Asia.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Singapore, SG
Year Founded
1932
Website
ocbc.com
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