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What we do
Business Functions
Our business is structured into client segments and global business support functions.
For a career as unique as you are
We’re a talented and committed workforce, representing 131 nationalities across 52 markets in our footprint regions of Asia, Africa and the Middle East and beyond. We’ve been in business for over 170 years, so we know the value of nurturing your strengths over the long term. And we foster a diverse and inclusive environment that’s free from bias, where everyone can realise their full potential and make a positive contribution.
Client segments
Corporate & Investment Banking
Supports local and large corporations, governments, banks and investors with their transaction services, banking, and financial market needs. We provide differentiated cross-border capabilities to over 17,000 clients in some of the world’s fastest-growing economies and most active trade corridors.
Wealth & Retail Banking
Serves more than 13 million individuals and small businesses, with a focus on the affluent segment which encompasses Private Bank, Priority Private, Priority Banking, and Premium. In the mass retail space, we are focused on emerging affluent clients who will progress in their wealth journey with us and form the pipeline of future affluent clients.
Global business support functions
SC Ventures
Formed in 2022, the Ventures client segment is a consolidation of SC Ventures and its related entities as well as the Group’s two majority-owned digital banks Mox in Hong Kong and Trust in Singapore.
Corporate Affairs, Brand & Marketing
Our CABM function manages the Group’s communications and engagement with stakeholders to protect the Group’s reputation, brand and services.
Conduct, Financial Crime & Compliance
Partners internally and externally to achieve the highest standards in conduct and compliance to enable a sustainable business and to fight financial crime.
Group Chief Financial Office
Partners with the business and collaborates with other functions to execute on the Group strategy. Is comprised of four areas: Finance, Treasury, Investor Relations and Corporate Development.
Group Internal Audit
An independent function with the primary role of supporting the Board and Management Team, and protecting the assets, reputation and sustainability of the Group.
Legal
Provides legal advice and support to the Group in managing legal risks and issues.
Risk
Provides oversight and challenge on the Group’s risk management, ensuring that business is conducted in line with regulatory expectations.
Strategy & Talent
Brings together the Corporate Strategy, Group-wide Transformation, Corporate Affairs, Brand & Marketing, Corporate Real Estate Services, Human Resources, Supply Chain Management and Fit for Growth programme teams.
Technology & Operations
Responsible for reshaping the Group’s systems and technology platforms to ensure we provide robust, responsive and innovative technology and digital solutions.