‘We will not stop hiring’: UOB CEO on plans to recruit 1,000 graduates as AI reshapes entry-level work
The roles will include those in personal financial services and anti-money laundering
UOB, Singapore's United Overseas Bank, has announced plans to hire 1,000 graduates over the course of a year, in response to the increasing role of artificial intelligence in shaping entry-level work. Speaking at the Better U Festival 2026, UOB's CEO, Wee Ee Cheong, stated that while AI can handle routine tasks, the bank is committed to continuing its hiring efforts.
The new roles will focus on personal financial services and anti-money laundering, as well as expand the bank's gig employment programme to include customer-facing and sales advisory positions. UOB will also introduce a monthly S$500 retainer for selected participants in the enhanced Gig+U programme, which will be rolled out by the first quarter of 2027.
The bank anticipates forming a pool of 200 participants, who will undergo relevant training and maintain necessary certifications. Wee highlighted that while AI changes the landscape, leadership remains crucial, and UOB's leaders are investing in their employees' skills, such as judgment, empathy, and trust-building.
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