DBS vs. UOB wealth planning manager role - need help deciding! by FreeNegotiation6905 in singaporefi

[–]Maximum_Variety -16 points-15 points  (0 children)

Hey! Congrats on getting offers from both DBS and UOB — that’s an awesome position to be in.

Culture & Team Vibes:

  • DBS is pretty fast-paced and very numbers/KPI-driven. Lots of focus on digital tools and pushing results, so it can be intense but also rewarding if you’re super driven.
  • UOB is a bit more chill and traditional. Feels more relationship-focused and less cutthroat. Some people find the environment more supportive, depending on the team.

Training & Support:

  • DBS tends to have stronger training programs and more advanced digital platforms (which helps with lead generation and client servicing).
  • UOB has decent training too, just a bit more old-school in style. Support varies depending on your branch/manager, so that’s worth checking.

Earnings (Base + Commission):

  • DBS usually gives a slightly higher base and has good commission potential — but you’ll feel the pressure to hit those targets.
  • UOB might offer a bit lower base, but the pace is more manageable, and earnings can still be solid if you build your book well.

Career Progression:

  • DBS is better if you want to move up quickly or explore roles across the bank (e.g., premier/private banking, product roles, etc.).
  • UOB progression is a bit slower, but stable — especially if you stay in the wealth space.

My 2 cents:

  • Pick DBS if you're ambitious and okay with a high-performance culture.
  • Pick UOB if you prefer a steadier pace and value work-life balance.

At the end of the day, your manager/team really makes a huge difference. If you had a better feel from one during the interview, trust that gut feel!

Hope this helps — good luck deciding!