Total 474 Finance / Banking / Insurance job vacancies in SINGAPORE, Central Singapore

Role :-   Your core objective is to create high quality predictive signals By leveraging access to large and diversified datasets you will identify statistical patterns and opportunities Share and discuss research results, methodology, data sets and processes with other researchers Implement the signals and the relevant datasets within the global execution platform Monitor signal behaviour and model performance over time You would lead the full strategy research cycle from signal generation to implementation       Requirements:-   Min 4 years of relevant experience with strong track record Advanced degree in a quantitative field such as data science, statistics, mathematics, physics or engineering Strong knowledge in statistics, machine learning, NLP or AI techniques is a plus Capacity to multi-task in a fast paced environment while keeping strong attention to detail Coding skills required in at least one leading programing language (Python, R, Matlab and /or C++, C#) Experience in exploring large datasets across multiple time frames is a plus Intellectual curiosity to explore new data sets, solve complex problems, drive innovative processes and connect the dots between multiple fields Capacity to work with autonomy within a collegial and collaborative environment Strong capacity to communicate with technologists, data scientists and traders across the globe Proven track record in delivering successful systematic strategies You must be eligible to work in Hong Kong   Apply:-   Please send a PDF CV to Sara Hunter at [email protected]

Role Developers have the opportunity to work on problems at all levels of the software stack, from low-level code for driving network hardware to high-performance trading infrastructure, or time-saving internal tools. The role works very closely with traders and quants. You'll quickly see the impact of your code and how it improves people's daily work. This also means that the development team enjoys great flexibility when planning roadmaps and deciding which features to implement.   Requirements Bachelors or Masters' degree in quantitative or computer science discipline from top global university Working experience in the front office, market making experience is preferred is highly preferred Strong analytical skills and pay high attention to detail 5+ years exposure to OO languages such as Python/C++ and an interest to expand your technical skills Crypto experience is essential   Apply Please send a PDF resume to [email protected]

Role :-   Your core objective is to create high quality predictive signals By leveraging access to large and diversified datasets you will identify statistical patterns and opportunities Share and discuss research results, methodology, data sets and processes with other researchers Implement the signals and the relevant datasets within the global execution platform Monitor signal behaviour and model performance over time You would lead the full strategy research cycle from signal generation to implementation       Requirements :-     Min 4 years of relevant experience Advanced degree in a quantitative field such as data science, statistics, mathematics, physics or engineering Strong knowledge in statistics, machine learning, NLP or AI techniques is a plus Capacity to multi-task in a fast paced environment while keeping strong attention to detail Coding skills required in at least one leading programing language (Python, R, Matlab and /or C++, C#) Experience in exploring large datasets across multiple time frames is a plus Intellectual curiosity to explore new data sets, solve complex problems, drive innovative processes and connect the dots between multiple fields Capacity to work with autonomy within a collegial and collaborative environment Strong capacity to communicate with technologists, data scientists and traders across the globe Proven track record in delivering successful systematic strategies

Role:- Develop systematic trading models across FX, commodities, fixed income, and equity markets Alpha idea generation, backtesting, and implementation Assist in building, maintenance, and continual improvement of production and trading environments Evaluate new datasets for alpha potential Improve existing strategies and portfolio optimization Execution monitoring Be a core contributor to growing the investment process and research infrastructure of the team Requirements:- Masters or PhD in mathematics, statistics, physics or other quantitative discipline. PhD in statistics or machine learning is a plus 3-5 years of experience in quantitative trading, ideally in FX or futures Experience with alpha research, portfolio construction and optimization Experience building statistical/technical, fundamental, and data driven signals Experience synthesizing predictive signals for both cross-sectional and time-series models Strong experience with data exploration, dimension reduction, and feature engineering Thorough understanding of and comfort using a variety of regression techniques—including OLS, MLS, Ridge, Lasso, and Bayesian inference—as well as techniques for dealing with errors that can occur, such as auto-correlation and heteroskedasticity Experience managing and running risk is a strong plus Proficiency in Python using the machine learning stack—numpy, pandas, scikit-learn, etc. Creative mindset Ideally based in SNG or has Singaporean Citizenship. Apply:- Please send a PDF resume to [email protected]

Role:-   Conduct original quantitative alpha signal research Manage all aspects of the research process, including data analysis, alpha signal discovery, backtesting, trading idea generation, alpha signal/portfolio analysis and the management of production code Evaluate new datasets for alpha potential Follow, digest, analyze and improve upon the latest academic research     Requirements:-     2+ years of research experience in Equities. PhD in  economics, mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, operations research, or another quantitative discipline. Programming in any of the following: R, Python, or C++. Experience with SQL. Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new methodologies to alpha generation. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. Strong desire to deliver high quality results in a timely fashion. Detail-oriented. Willingness to take ownership of his/her work.   Apply:-   Please send a PDF resume to [email protected]

Job Responsibilities: Part of the Structured Finance Department covering Project Financing (PF) in the Asia Pacific region Originate and close new PF transactions as well as monitor the existing PF transactions in renewables space Establish, maintain and develop business networks with clients, banks, financial advisors in the region Gather useful market information and promote the PF business Work closely with internal stakeholders at the branch, Head Office and other branches/subsidiaries Job Requirements: Bachelor Degree with track reord in Project Finance, preferably in a bank with both origination and portfolio management experience 3 - 5 years of experience working on renewables transactions in Australia and India Strong credit and financial analytical skills Organized, motivated and strong prioritization capabilities as well as the ability to work independently Self-starter and effective team player

Job Description Responsibilities Partnering the Relationship Managers, Investment Counsellors and management on pitching new and existing Wealth Management products Providing training to the ICs and RMs to ensure that they are equipped with deeper knowledge Leveraging on technical expertise to help develop the investment products and processes Ensuring that ICs and RM achieve their targets Requirements Possess a related Bachelors Degree in the fields of Finance, Business, Accountancy or others More than 7 years of experience in a similar role Strong knowledge of multi asset investment products Keen interest in the financial markets Excellent presentation skills

VP, Data Analytics, Group Wholesale Banking Posting Date: 4 Jan 2024 Location: Singapore (City Area), Singapore, Singapore, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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. About the Department The Wholesale Bank function operates a dynamic business model that provides financial services and solutions to help our clients achieve their strategic business objectives. Our mission is to become the premier-provider of banking services and solutions for Asia-based commercial banking companies (small medium enterprises), large corporations, financial institutions as well as multinational corporations. Our coverage teams work in full alignment with specialised teams across Transaction Banking, Investment Banking, Global Markets and Group Retail to deliver seamless solutions to our clients. Job Responsibilities Lead large scale analytic projects in corporate space to drive for business impact Analyze macro and micro data (structured/less structured) to answer business questions via strategic analysis, machine learning/NLP models. Coordinate with various internal and external business stakeholders to ensure smooth data-to-insights conversion and the necessary of the insights implementation Job Requirements At least 5-10 years' solid data analytics/science experience, deep technical expertise on ML/NLP/OR, with hands-on capability, Python/SAS/R, Hadoop/Spark Excellent problem solver, good understand of financial industry knowledge, consulting experience is a plus Strong sense of responsibility and teamwork Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders of all levels * Candidates with less years of experience will be considered at lower job grade. Be a part of 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. Apply now and make a difference. Competencies 1. Strategise 2. Engage 3. Execute 4. Develop 5. Skills 6. Experience

VP, Production Support Level 2, Group Infrastructure & Platform Services Posting Date: 5 Jan 2024 Location: Singapore (City Area), Singapore, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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. x 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. About the Department Group Technology and Operations (GTO) provides software and system development, information technology support services and banking operations. We have centralized and standardized the technology components into Singapore, creating a global footprint which can be utilized for supporting our regional subsidiaries and the branches around the world. We operate and support 19 countries with this architecture to provide a secure and flexible banking infrastructure. Our Operations divisions provide transactional customer services for our businesses while also focusing on cost efficiency through process improvements, automation and straight through processing. Job Responsibilities Lead the Level 2 Production support for Online Payment Back Office Application Manage day to day issues including daily health checks of applications and processes, working closely with various stakeholders (Users, Development team, Vendor, Infrastructure team, Operation team and Incident and Management team, etc) to prioritize and resolve reported production incidents Act as the focal point for critical/high impact incident resolution for application systems that are in production Manage and support high-availability 24/7 production systems with an on call option during non-office hours with team member's rotation on weekly basis. Require to be in onsite depends on issue criticality. Ensure end of day batch process is getting completed successfully for multiple applications across country on every day. Correlate events across multiple systems to narrow down potential root causes of problems. Own production operational issues by issuing initial response, data gathering, tracking, and resolution where possible as well as determining escalation protocol based on the nature of the issue Ability to direct multiple resources on cross functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex systems issues Investigate production issues and provide workaround to user to move business forward. And engage analysis to L3/Vendor team for further investigation Manage and respond to users on timely manner for reported production issues/clarification Monitor production activities/processes to ensure timely and effective reporting, tracking, follow-up and communication of problems to internal and external clients, technical resources, and executives Perform Disaster Recovery (DR) exercise for multiple applications across all country on every year Generate one time report as per user request/audit request Run problem governance call with business user , Dev and Vendor to prioritize problem tickets and ensure to review before problem ticket get resolved Ensure to bring-up all service after system maintenance / OS patching / DB patching activity Job Requirements Minimum 8-10 years of hands-on experience in Java, J2EE, JMS, Webservices, Micro Service, Oracle, UNIX, IBM MQ Series, CTRL+M, Splunk, GENEOS Strong Swift product knowledge and hands on experience in supporting Swift related products like Swift Alliance, Alliance Messaging HUB, GPI, SAG/SNL. Hands-on experience in IT Operations/Production support L2/L3. Experience in ITIL process and tools like Control-M is a plus. Strong analytical & trouble shooting skills required. Experience in Disaster Recovery planning and test execution. Exhibits problem solving skills and shows flexibility in supporting evolution in process, standards, and strategy. Experience working in financial services industry supporting mission critical applications is a big plus. Be a part of 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. Apply now and make a difference. Competencies 1. Strategise 2. Engage 3. Execute 4. Develop 5. Skills 6. Experience

Vice President, IT Audit, Group Audit Posting Date: 5 Jan 2024 Location: Singapore (City Area), Singapore, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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. About the Department The Audit function is an independent internal audit team that provides objective assurance and consulting to improve and add value to the Group's operations. We help the Group achieve its strategic objectives by adopting a systematic and disciplined approach towards evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. Job Responsibilities As a member of Technology and Digitalisation Audit Division, the primary responsibilities are: Participate in the Bank's technology audits which include reviewing: Technology infrastructure Cybersecurity controls Application controls IT processes Ensure audit objectives are fulfilled and test results documented in accordance with the Group Audit Methodology Participate in ad-hoc special audits or overseas branches audits when required Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering with at least 6 to 8 years of work experience in IT operations, IT security or IT audit. Experience in administering, securing or auditing one or more IT infrastructure platforms such as Windows, Unix, databases, firewalls, network devices and cloud computing. Good understanding of one or more cybersecurity controls such as vulnerability management, secure application controls, intrusion detection and incident response, and data leakage prevention would be advantageous Preference will be given to candidates with hands-on data analytics and scripting skills Good writing and interpersonal skills Be a part of 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. Apply now and make a difference. Competencies 1. Strategise 2. Engage 3. Execute 4. Develop 5. Skills 6. Experience

Assistant VP, Data Engineer Posting Date: 5 Jan 2024 Location: Singapore (City Area), Singapore, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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. About the Department Group Technology and Operations (GTO) provides software and system development, information technology support services and banking operations. We have centralized and standardized the technology components into Singapore, creating a global footprint which can be utilized for supporting our regional subsidiaries and the branches around the world. We operate and support 19 countries with this architecture to provide a secure and flexible banking infrastructure. Our Operations divisions provide transactional customer services for our businesses while also focusing on cost efficiency through process improvements, automation and straight through processing. Job Responsibilities The Data Engineer, Microsoft BI Developer & Administrator , is a member of the Data Analytics Technology team. This role will be responsible for the end-to-end software development and support for all work related to projects, quarterly change requests, L3 production fixes. This includes software product implementation and administration, application design, development, implementation, testing and support. You will be expected to work on Finance & Risk Analytics domain. Key responsibilities for this role are: Lead Server Administration activities for SSAS (SQL Server Analysis Services) & SSRS (SQL Server Reporting Services) for On-Premise implementation Build PowerShell scripts required for processing data in SSAS & SSRS reports Analyse and trouble-shoot SSAS, SSRS, Excel Add In and In-Memory related production issues by collaborating with other technical, vendor and business teams; Drive performance tuning Resolve connectivity issues of MBI solution with underlying Teradata / Hadoop based Data Marts & Enterprise Data Warehouse Handle and maintain BAU deployed applications to ensure stability, reliability, security, performance and SLA monitoring in SIT, UAT and production environment Liaise with the end-user and technical solution team to implement solutions that align with the organization's business objectives. Create frameworks, technical features which helps in faster operationalisation of Reporting solutions Independently install, customise and integrate software packages and programs Manage the technical delivery within timeline and with quality Carry out POCs involving new data technologies Ensure end-user satisfaction and meeting service level agreement Create technical documents such as solution design, program specifications for target solutions Maintain and recommend software improvements to ensure a platform centric management of software applications Work on delivering Change Request and Project implementation for Microsoft PBI solutions Involve in UAT, user training, pre-implementation preparation and post-implementation support activities Maintain and support MBI environment Ability to train users effectively to use the reporting tool, to build, customize & schedule reports Job Requirements The right candidate should possess: Min. 6+ years of experience in implementing SSAS & SSRS development & SSAS administration for On-Premise version of Microsoft Power BI Good knowledge of Power BI Server Architecture, expertise in PowerShell scripting Expertise in designing modular scheduling jobs (e.g. using Control-M) for refreshing SSAS In-Memory Models Expertise in performance optimization for SSAS Tabular models using Direct Query and In-Memory Models Experience in optimizing SSAS design by assessing DAX queries hitting Teradata based Data Warehouse & Data Mart Expertise in Windows / NT and SQL Server Administration - monitoring SSAS & SQL Server statistics Expertise in SSAS design, derived measures, SSRS reports & Data Modeling Knowledge of different code standards for SSAS, SSRS & PowerShell scripting; skills in leveraging reusable code components Experience in creating dashboards, volume reports, operating summaries, and presentations and graphs Hands on experience other BI Tools (Qlik) and Big Data tool stacks Knowledge in Data modelling, working with calculations, leveraging the Set Analysis Ensure incorporation of best practices and lessons learnt from prior projects Have Finance & Risk management domain knowledge Worked in large scale data warehouse & on premise Power BI, Qlik based visualisation Be a part of 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. Apply now and make a difference.

VP/ Assistant VP, Database Administrator, Service Recovery Posting Date: 6 Jan 2024 Location: Alexandra (City Area), Singapore, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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. About the Department Job Responsibilities Job Requirements Be a part of 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. Apply now and make a difference. Competencies 1. Strategise 2. Engage 3. Execute 4. Develop 5. Skills 6. Experience

Vice President, Finance Operations - General Ledger, Group Finance Posting Date: 7 Jan 2024 Location: Singapore (City Area), Singapore, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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. About the Department The Finance and Corporate Services function manages the financial and administrative needs of the Group to help achieve its business goals. Group Finance We support enhanced decision-making to achieve optimal and sustainable financial outcomes for our shareholders. We are responsible for providing insights into the performance of the Group through financial, regulatory and performance reporting of the Group. Job Responsibilities We are currently looking to hire a Vice President, for the GL section of Group Finance Operations. As Vice President, you will be the function data steward of the General Ledger, which encompass the maintenance on the Chart of Accounts for the Group and the daily operations of the GL team. You will also be collaborating with the other divisions/departments across the Bank to drive initiatives to uplift efficiency. Job Responsibilities Oversight on daily General Ledger Operations, in the areas of GL controls, monitoring and reconciliations Maintenance of COA and provide advice from a General Ledger & Control perspective with regards to new products roll-out and new system implementation Perform monitoring and checks to identify and escalate any risk and control issues, to ensure they are adequately addressed and resolved promptly Support external/internal audit requests and update internal documentations/SOPs Guide and supervise team members to ensure tasks/processes are executed in accordance to the documented guidelines and control principles Support ad-hoc projects and initiatives (e.g. RPA) to improve operational productivity Able to perform data analysis on the General Ledger Understand end to end processes and constantly challenge status quo for continuous improvements Job Requirements A recognized university degree in Finance/Business or its equivalent. At least 7 years of relevant working experience in accounting Highly skilled in Microsoft applications and familiarity with reporting tool such as Power BI and QlikView will be an added advantage Able to re-engineer and automate processes to drive efficiency Meticulous with strong analytical skills and pro-active in solving problems A self-starter who is able to work independently as well as in teams Driven and energetic individual with strong interpersonal and communication skills across all levels of organization Be a part of 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. Apply now and make a difference.

First VP / VP, Development Manager (Microsoft Dynamics 365), Group Technology Posting Date: 15 Jan 2024 Location: Harbourfront, Singapore, Singapore Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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. About the Department Group Technology and Operations (GTO) provides software and system development, information technology support services and banking operations. We have centralized and standardized the technology components into Singapore, creating a global footprint which can be utilized for supporting our regional subsidiaries and the branches around the world. We operate and support 19 countries with this architecture to provide a secure and flexible banking infrastructure. Our Operations divisions provide transactional customer services for our businesses while also focusing on cost efficiency through process improvements, automation and straight through processing. Job Responsibilities Technical Lead to lead and manage a team of internal staff and external vendors for MS Dynamic CRM applications technical delivery of business solutions and new system capabilities Responsibilities: Lead and manage a technical team with focus on delivering banking systems and solutions Implement Dynamics CRM application instances; analyze the impact on current/new system, research problems and design and implement optimal solutions. Maintain an awareness of the latest technological trends and developments in order to introduce new processes and products to make things better for the users. Collaborate with enterprise and solution architects to ensure application solution delivered comply with established enterprise application, security and control standards, design principles and guidelines Partner with solution and enterprise architects to deliver technical innovations in support of emerging business needs and progressing these ideas from concepts to working solutions Follow all the Change Management and Engineering Review processes. Ensure changes are completed according to the project and/or release schedule. Develop and maintain documentation which will include but is not limited to SOPs and System Architecture Guides and Diagrams adhering to organizational templates, policies, and standards. Ensure that the systems built conform to the requirements, principles and models that support the solution architecture overall roadmap. Communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams on technical delivery and system maintenance. Enforce technical quality in all aspects of project delivery Lead, mentor and provide technical decisions to develop internal technical team to improve productivity and enhance job satisfaction. Perform technical audits to identify lapses in system and recommend upgrade and updates. Job Requirements • At least 10 years of experience in technical delivery and/or technology implementation • Experience in supporting implementing large scale, highly available applications or large project implementation using Microsoft Dynamics CRM • Strong experience with Dynamics 365 Customization and Configuration • Experience with Waterfall/Agile best practices and methods such as Scrum, Continuous Integration, Test Driven Development • Good interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. • Solid experience in solutioning and system design • Experience in designing and implementing integration with MQ, microservices and high volume batch processing • Strong experience in unit testing concepts and implementation for .Net development and Microsoft Dynamics CRM customized components • Solid experience in object oriented design techniques, UML and object modeling • Experience with a variety of source control and development tools • Experience with DevSecOps concepts, practice and tools • Excellent analytical skills (critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills) with a history of driving the development of large software components. • A Bachelor in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or any related field with strong education in web technologies. Be a part of 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. Apply now and make a difference.

Vice President, Structured Trade Operations Control, Group Technology & Ops Posting Date: 19 Jan 2024 Location: Singapore (City Area), Singapore, Singapore, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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. About the Department Group Technology and Operations (GTO) provides software and system development, information technology support services and banking operations. We have centralized and standardized the technology components into Singapore, creating a global footprint which can be utilized for supporting our regional subsidiaries and the branches around the world. We operate and support 19 countries with this architecture to provide a secure and flexible banking infrastructure. Our Operations divisions provide transactional customer services for our businesses while also focusing on cost efficiency through process improvements, automation and straight through processing. Job Responsibilities As team member, your role reports to a Team Lead Review terms of LC, contracts, documents to ensure deal can be self liquidated Perform price check, vessel check, mark-to-market of collaterals & FX currencies and work within bank limits, counterparty limits & debtor limits. Monitor vessel routes, vessel arrival and to serve notice to disport agent where necessary. Follow-up with customers to secure and ensure timeliness of receipt of sales proceeds. Review matchlists and discrepancies Adhere to bank's policies, guidelines, regulatory & AML/CFT procedures Timely and accurate delivery in accordance to Service Level Agreement Assist the Team Leads in any administrative tasks Job Requirements Strong analytical and problem solving skills Meticulous and strong follow-up skills Able to work independently and strong teamwork Inquisitive & positive learning attitude Be a part of 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. Apply now and make a difference.

Manager/ AVP, Wealth Banking Relationship Manager Posting Date: 26 Jan 2024 Location: Singapore, Singapore Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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. About the Department The Retail function provides Personal and Business Banking customers with financial solutions tailored to their needs. We help them manage their money wisely and meet their financial goals through an extensive range of products and services. These include deposit, insurance, secured and unsecured loans, investment and wealth advisory services. Personal Financial Services We design and provide products and services that empower our customers to enjoy greater banking convenience while they extract more value from their money. In particular, we are focused on promoting and developing healthy saving and investment practices across generations. Wealth Banking Read more on Wealth Banking here : https://careers.uobgroup.com/lp/Wealth%20Banking/1bb796a63eec28a1/?locale=en_GB Job Responsibilities You will be part of a team of seasoned financial professionals. As a Relationship Manager within the Wealth Banking business, you will be responsible for rendering financial advisory to UOB's mass-affluent customers. You are expected to achieve individual sales target while ensuring accurate and timely completion of the entire sales and compliance process. Provide prudent financial advisory and investment solutions to meet the financial planning needs and requirements of UOB's clients Develop and deepen relationships with clients who have been assigned to you Ensure proper advisory procedures and documentation while adhering to the Bank's internal policies, business processes and regulatory requirements (i.e. FAA and other related statutory Acts) Job Requirements A recognised university degree At least 1 year of relevant financial advisory experience gained in the banking and/or financial services sectors; experienced candidates would be considered for a more senior position Good knowledge of wealth management & investment products Results-oriented, dynamic and self-driven Competent in engaging and managing internal and external clients Proven ability to exceed sales target Resourceful and able to work with minimal supervision Be a part of 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. Apply now and make a difference.

VP, Product Support Business Analyst (FX & IR Derivatives), Global Markets Posting Date: 26 Jan 2024 Location: Singapore (City Area), Singapore, Singapore, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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. About the Department The Global Market function leverages our in-depth knowledge of markets to provide timely financial advice, products and solutions to our clients. Together with our segment managers, we manage our clients' investment, liability and risk management needs through a comprehensive suite of treasury products and services across multiple asset classes. Job Responsibilities The candidate(s) will report into the Global Markets/Global Business Management/Product Support Department and will primarily be responsible for new system implementation, maintenance and daily Business-As-Usual support of Global Markets front office risk systems. His / Her responsibilities include: Working with front office traders to understand the business needs for trading, including derivatives payoff variations, product specifications, risk reports, trade-related reports etc Translating new front office requirements into proper Business Requirements Documents Working with Technology to participate in system design, user acceptance test, troubleshooting and ensuring that new front office system needs are being met in any implementation. Working with Operations, Risk and Finance divisions to create a seamless end-to-end process covering all aspects of the trade life cycle Regular communications with front office on implementation activities that requires their attention Investigate and deduce issues raised by FO relating to trading systems, product payoff variations, PnL distortion, risk variations, trade life cycle and work process Collaborate with vendor to resolve system issues, making sure all issues are addressed effectively and timely Provide training on the proper use of Global Markets Platforms Actively manage all user queries on functional, system or processes, and ensuring that all cases are logged, closed or worked upon appropriately on a daily basis. Process documentation Meeting tight deadlines and schedules Products under support includes Foreign Exchange, Money Market and Interest Rate derivatives Job Requirements A degree in Business, Finance, Computational Finance or Computer Science and relevant discipline from reputable institutions A minimum of at least 6 years' work experience in front office support Role or middle office Knowledge of Treasury products, example FX, FX Derivatives, IR Derivatives, money market, FI, Credit, Commodities and Equity derivatives products Knowledge of Treasury applications, in particular Murex is a major advantage Strong analytical and problem solving skills Strong presentation and meeting skills Good Design Thinking skills Highly resourceful, self-motivated and conscientious with excellent verbal and written communication skills Proactive and has initiative to thrive in a fast-paced environment to deliver and meet deadlines Good user relationship management End-user focused and empathy Be a part of 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. Apply now and make a difference. Competencies 1. Strategise 2. Engage 3. Execute 4. Develop 5. Skills 6. Experience

VP / Assistant VP, Trade Support, Private Bank Posting Date: 27 Jan 2024 Location: Singapore (City Area), Singapore, Singapore, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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. About the Department Job Responsibilities Job Requirements Be a part of 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. Apply now and make a difference.

Business Financial Executive, Business Banking Posting Date: 29 Jan 2024 Location: Singapore, Singapore Company: 3677 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. About the Department The Wholesale Bank function operates a dynamic business model that provides financial services and solutions to help our clients achieve their strategic business objectives. Our mission is to become the premier-provider of banking services and solutions for Asia-based commercial banking companies (small medium enterprises), large corporations, financial institutions as well as multinational corporations. Our coverage teams work in full alignment with specialised teams across Transaction Banking, Investment Banking, Global Markets and Group Retail to deliver seamless solutions to our clients. Business Banking We develop integrated products and services targeted at helping small and medium-sized enterprises across the region progress through different stages of growth. These include innovative solutions and initiatives in areas of working capital loans, operational efficiency and currency exposure. Job Responsibilities As a Business Financial Executive (BFE), you will be involved in sales and marketing of wide spectrum of banking products and services to meet the financial and investment needs of small medium enterprises (SME). Products include commercial property loans, trade facilities, asset based financing etc. Your specific responsibilities include: • Acquire new borrowing accounts through leads database and active referrals • Provide prudent financial and investment solutions to meet the needs of UOB's SME customers • Establish and maintain long term and profitable banking relationships with both existing and prospective client • Ensure proper advisory procedures and documentation while adhering to the Bank's internal policies, business processes and regulatory requirements ( i.e. FAA and other related statutory Acts) If you are interested in the role, please submit your resume through this link. Profiles will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Job Requirements Recognised Degree in Accountancy/Business Administration/Banking & Finance At least 1 year of credit and marketing experience covering local SME(s) Strong analytical and interpersonal skills Excellent communication skills. Results-oriented, dynamic and self-driven Competent in engaging and managing internal and external clients Proven ability to exceed sales target Resourceful and able to work with minimal supervision Be a part of 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. Apply now and make a difference.

Assistant VP / Manager, Client Advisor Assistant, Private Bank Posting Date: 29 Jan 2024 Location: Singapore (City Area), Singapore, Singapore, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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. About the Department UOB Private Bank is dedicated to managing the wealth of high-net-worth individuals with investment assets of $5million and above. Keeping in mind our clients' financial objectives, we provide tailored products and solutions that draw on the Group's comprehensive suite of personal, business and investment services. Job Responsibilities Delivers superior client experience through understanding, anticipating, and executing client's transactionsand providing excellent administrative and organizational support to Private Bankers (Senior Client Advisor/Market Head/Senior Team Lead)Prompt and accurate processing of clients banking and investmenttransactions. Activities include and is not limited to account onboarding and static maintenance, assettransfers, deposit, and loan processing. Market covered: Asia Track and manage document deficiencies attend to client queries and review and resolve client enquiriesand issues in a timely and satisfactory manner Coordinate across departments to implement and deliver on client commitments Escalate service issues to relevant internal stakeholders As and when required, Senior CAAs Provide financial solutions that are tailored to customers' needs and objectives or provide mentorship to new CAAs as well as participate in adhoc projects e.g., systems application UAT, process improvements and focus groups. Job Requirements • Minimum Diploma/Degree holder with preferably 3 years minimum experience as an Assistant RM (ARM) intheWealth Management segment (including Premier / Priority Banking segment) • CACS Certification (Paper 1 & 2) - a strong advantage • Knowledge in booking and settling trades of various asset classes and products a strong advantage e.g.Fixed Income, Equities, FX-linked products, unit trusts, Funds, Structured Notes, and handling account opening documentations, payments and securities transfers. Generic Skills • Service Orientation • Communication • Problem Solving • Interpersonal Skills • Teamwork • Lifelong Learning Technical Skills • Account Management • Technology Application • Service Challenges • Stakeholder Management • Partnership Management Be a part of 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. Apply now and make a difference.

Job Description We are partnered with a client in the real estate investments space, hiring for an analyst with past experience supporting the portfolio management strategies at a global level. The role: Get involved in analysis of investments such as acquisition of real estate assets, including conducting of research on the market and competitors Source and evaluate investment opportunities, supporting on the end-to-end process of acquisitions including deal origination, evaluation and structuring Financial modelling and preparation of reports for management Develop and maintain data visualisation dashboards and databases Work with other teams in identifying gaps in data, analysing data trends and providing recommendations for business decision-making Requirements: Minimum of 4 years' relevant work experience in the financial modelling and investments analysis space Experience in the real estate industry or real estate markets strongly preferred Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics or Real Estate, or similar relevant field Proficiency in data technologies (Python, SQL, R and visualisation tools) Please apply directly with your CV or reach out to [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

Business Function DBS Institutional Banking Group provides corporate customers with a full range of commercial banking products and services, including cash management services, current accounts, time deposits, trade finance, working capital finance, term loans and foreign exchange. Through our continued commitment, DBS has cultivated long-standing relationships with its customers in the region that are based on account relationship management, service differentiation, product development and rigorous credit standards. Responsibilities 1. Drive Midcap & SME Sustainability Strategic Direction & Roadmap As the regional business champion for Sustainability, the role will help strategically drive the sustainability agenda for the midcap and SME business for the Bank across the key markets (especially Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Indonesia and India), develop the content resource, toolkits and training, to drive advocacy & engagement to enterprises; align with DBS' vision of building "the best bank for a better world". The role will not only contribute to robust sustainable finance implementation but also to fostering a culture of sustainability within IBG and beyond. 2. Drive Sustainability Partnership & Collaborations Curate focused ESG partnerships with commercial outcomes leveraging on Data on leads conversion & Digital capabilities to expand new green business opportunity and to acquire new SME customers for green product and services. Manage ESG strategic partners and drive Midcap and SME Decarbonisation Programme to onboard green solution providers / partners to accelerate SME towards sustainability and net zero ambition, uplift in sales & revenue generation. Drive regional sustainable financing take ups and increase market share and green assest portfolio. Execute green initiatives, vertical and horizontal innovations for A/c Origination & sustainability / sustainability linked loans Business. 3. Sustainable Business Enabler Advise and structure sustainable finance transactions (i.e., green, social, blue, transition and KPI-linked financing) suitable to client needs, from developing the proposal to executing the transaction. Conduct research on sustainability topics, including climate risk, biodiversity, environmental and social practices in the region and internationally, to name a few. Keep abreast of industry best practices, trends and issues, communicating, training and raising awareness to internal stakeholders. Work closely with internal stakeholders to implement and promote the Responsible Financing Standard and associated Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) guidelines and integrating them into the client origination, credit approval, and overall decision-making process. Develop pipelines and tracking, provide support with review and update of sustainability-related resources and regulation changes to management, products & RMs Develop campaigns and events for sustainability outreach, collate and analyze sustainable finance and other data/databases. Develop, coordinate and deliver relevant trainings. 4. Stakeholder Engagement Serve as a point of contact for engagements with regulators, governmental agencies, industry associations, NGOs and other relevant agencies/bodies on sustainability matters and where required, collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure appropriate responses and communication. 5. Performance Reporting Work with internal stakeholders to collate information for regular management reporting, e.g. Sustainability Cadence and Country Review. Requirements Preferable to have a minimum of 7-12 year work experience in Sustainability, Strategic Alliances & Partners Management. At least have experience in corporate client-facing role, sustainable financing, ESG/climate advisory, and/or environmental and social consulting. Possess Market & Product knowledge in SME Banking, familiarization with SME customer needs and internal business processes for lending and account opening preferred. Bachelor's or advanced degrees in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering are preferred. Experience working in financial institutions and who have ESG on-the-ground experience are preferred. Possess professional and interpersonal skills to establish good rapport and working relationship with internal and external stakeholders. Able to multi-task, work independently, adapt quickly and work in a fast-paced environment. Highly meticulous, detailed and logical in thought processes and strategic thinking skills. Strong analytical and due diligence mindset. Proficiency in PowerPoint, EXCEL, Power Bi and number crunching tasks. Awareness of Project management tools and methodologies like AGILE, JIRA, Confluence. Apply Now We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements.

Job Description As a VP, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the bank's compliance with non-MAS related regulatory reporting requirements. You will be responsible for overseeing the preparation and submission of regulatory reports across Asia Pacific, as well as liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accuracy and timeliness. To be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong background in finance and regulatory reporting, as well as a deep understanding of non-MAS related regulations. You should also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as you will be required to work closely with various teams and stakeholders within the bank.

What we will offer you: A healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce is better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. That's why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its center. You can expect: Flexible benefits plan including virtual doctor consultation services Comprehensive leave benefits Gender Neutral Parental Leave Flexible working arrangements 25 days of annual paid leave, plus public holiday & Flexible Working Arrangement Your key responsibilities: Based in Singapore, the candidate will be responsible for: Analyzing and identifying shortfalls or weaknesses in Bank's internal liquidity and funding frameworks Contributing ideas and making proposals for further enhancement internal liquidity models and frameworks Working closely with peers in the other major Treasury hubs to ensure consistency of model development and sharing of best practices and ideas Lead various efforts in the overall liquidity stress test methodology implementation in APAC, balancing between the global & local requirement. Optimize and steer the liquidity requirement across all APAC locations based on various constraints. Implement global projects in APAC Drive innovation process to automate processes and enhance data analysis capability Benefits: The candidate will experience: Diversified job content with exposure to senior management and multiple business lines (investment and commercial banking) Small team of well-trained professionals with a flat hierarchy, having close interaction across many business and infrastructure functions Insight into state-of-the art capital and liquidity risk management techniques Market-oriented and performance-based compensation package Your skills and experience: The candidate should have: 5+ years of relevant experience in Treasury or balance sheet or asset & liability management (or equivalent track record) within the Business Division Experience in leading implementations of liquidity framework (Pillar 1 and 2) or models involving multiple dependencies and stakeholder groups Data analysis background and programming knowledge Good understanding of various business products and their liquidity implication Experience in building relationships with business and infrastructure managers Excellent communication, presentation and problem-solving skills A history of taking initiative, being pro-active and ability to work independently Bachelors or equivalent degree in a relevant financial discipline Role is required to be performed on-site at One Raffles Quay office. Relevant vaccination requirements may apply. How we'll support you: Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities Coaching and support from experts in your team A culture of continuous learning to aid progression A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs Training and development to help you excel in your career

Business Function DBS Treasures is a leading wealth management platform in Singapore, uniquely positioned to cater to the diverse requirements of both Onshore and Offshore affluent clientele. Our comprehensive offerings provide clients with a seamless and all-encompassing banking experience, complemented by an extensive array of wealth management solutions, spanning from investments to legacy planning. Our Treasures clients have access to personalised advice and support from proficient relationship managers, seasoned investment counsellors, specialised bancassurance professionals and dedicated assistant relationship managers. The DBS Treasures Singapore organisation, which is part of Consumer Banking Group - Singapore, is committed to helping our clients navigate the ever-evolving financial landscape to achieve their individual financial goals and aspirations. As a Treasures Relationship Manager, our clients' success is ultimately your success. Who you are: You have one goal: creating, growing and strengthening the wealth of our high net-worth customers and their families. This simple yet sophisticated goal drives you to uncover and understand our clients' every need and deliver the right product solutions to enable their success. You have a strong sense of ownership. You take pride in helping our clients achieve their financial goals at every life stage, and work closely with other specialists within your team to create their success. You're obsessed about providing a stellar client experience. This means you're constantly staying abreast of the latest industry trends, investment product & service offerings, and fintech developments. Your role involves: Providing a differentiated suite of financial analysis and advice to uncover investment needs and objectives of our sophisticated clients at different life stages Partner with an experienced team of product specialists and Bancassurance Specialist to offer expert guidance on customised solutions to customers Collaborate with administrative staff to provide clients with professional round-the-clock service for all their banking, borrowing and investment needs. Your background: You have a tertiary qualification with at least 3 years of sales experience and consistent sales performance, preferably in banking or financial industries. You have a good understanding of equities, unit trusts, insurance and other personal investment services. You demonstrate strong interpersonal and excellent communication skills. You're focused, disciplined and exhibit high personal standards. Apply Now We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements.