Tan, who joins from Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation where he was co-head of structured finance asia, brings over 27 years of banking experience to OCBC.
OCBC Bank (SGX:O39) has bolstered its China leadership with the appointment of Seth Tan as head of corporate banking for OCBC China with effect from Jan 15. The role was previously held by Ang Eng Siong, who was appointed CEO of OCBC China on Nov 1, 2023.
Tan will be based in Shanghai and will be responsible for all banking relationships with state-owned enterprises and large corporations across the China market. He will report to Elaine Lam, OCBC’s head of global corporate banking, and Ang.

