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DBS · Singapore - Central

# VP/SVP, Country Risk Management Specialist, Risk Management Group

Singapore - Central Executive Executive & Management 

Listed on DBS’s official careers site. Posted September 25, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on DBS’s careers site →](https://dbs.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/DBS_Careers/job/Singapore---Central/VP-SVP--Country-Risk-Management-Specialist--Risk-Management-Group_WD86202)

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## Job description

### Job Purpose

As the bank continues to grow strategically across the region, we are exposed to new and emerging risks that may have significant impact on a Country credit portfolio quality. This role focuses on managing Country Risk by evaluating and mitigating geopolitical, macroeconomic and sovereign risks of countries the bank has exposures in.

### Responsibilities
- Scan macro trends including political, economic, and social developments to identify and manage risk events for a Country and the country portfolio impact Proactively analyse the risk profiles of countries and present recommendations to senior management for country limit actions
- Review and challenge annual reviews of Country Risk limits and triggers; present comprehensive country risk analysis and recommendations for control measures as required
- Run internal rating models and undertake macroeconomic risk assessment to assign sovereign default and transfer and convertibility risk ratings to a Country Engage Country, Business, and Credit stakeholders regularly to understand Country portfolio and drivers of country limit utilisation
- Manage the escalation and remediation process for tight utilisation or breaches of country limits
- Contribute to periodic reviews and enhancement of Country Risk Management Standard and Guide, and Country Risk methodologies to ensure they remain relevant and effective
- Support the enhancement of system and data infrastructure to facilitate Country risk monitoring activities.

### Requirements

Experience: 10+ years of experience in Country Risk or Credit Risk management, with a proven track record in strong collaboration across and within the team.

### Industry Knowledge & Domain Expertise

Good understanding of country and macroeconomic risk as well as contagion impact to the Bank’s portfolio across countries.

### Risk Mindset

Proven ability to proactively respond to evolving and emerging macroeconomic events with requisite risk mitigation measures.

### Technology and Operational Process Acumen

Familiarity with Gen AI and Technology to create efficient and robust operational processes.

### Leadership Skills

Demonstrated ability to shape and influence effective outcomes through cross-functional collaboration.

### Regulatory Expertise

Knowledge of financial regulations across Singapore and key markets.

### Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business, or related fields.

### Location

DBS Asia Central Job: Risk Management Schedule: Regular Employee Status: Full time

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Sep 25, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Jul 16, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 18, 2026
- Listed for: 94 days
- Location: Singapore - Central[Apply on DBS’s careers site →](https://dbs.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/DBS_Careers/job/Singapore---Central/VP-SVP--Country-Risk-Management-Specialist--Risk-Management-Group_WD86202)

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