About UOB
United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.
Job Description
About the Department
UOB Group Wholesale Banking helps companies and institutions optimize their business operations and cash flow, manage risks, expand into new markets and manage their capital needs by providing tailored financial solutions, services and sector insights. We develop trusted partnerships by focusing on our clients’ long-term interests and by helping them meet their strategic objectives. Our unique combination of local, in-country presence and expertise, astute Asian market insights and regional network connectivity enables us to help unlock Asia’s potential for our clients.
To execute this, we are looking for talented individuals in roles with the Group Wholesale Banking, Anti-Financial Crimes Operations (AFC Ops) Corps / FIs AFC Ops Team.
Job Responsibilities
Assigned to the AML & KYC Team (“the Team”) whereby its key responsibility is to ensure that the customer due diligence (CDD) program, incorporating customer identification and verification (ID&V), know your customer (KYC), anti-money laundering (AML) principles and Sanctions oversight are in place. The team will support the various business segments within Group Wholesale Banking comprising of Corporates and Financial Institutions in performing the CDD reviews, in meeting regulatory requirements and helping to grow the business.
- Preparation of documentation and conduct CDD in a timely manner
- To liaise with Relationship Managers on the required documentation
- Ensure that ongoing CDD reviews are conducted in tandem with internal process and policies
- Ensure data accuracy in systems and documentations
- Extraction of data from worksheets and reports for distribution to respective Business segments for necessary follow-up actions
- Assisting BUs to respond to various CDD enquiries, which may originate from the local authorities or from correspondent banks, over client’s profile
- Perform screening assessment and escalate material hits, where applicable for further clearance.
- Assisting the Team Leader in providing regular statistics and presentations for updating to Senior Management
- Participating in ad-hoc assignments and projects, e.g., audit, user acceptance testing etc. where required
- Providing advisory support to the BUs in CDD related matters, where applicable
Job Requirements
- Degree holder and above
- Prior working experience in KYC / CDD roles, will be advantageous
- Detail-oriented, yet able to think flexibly and independently to resolve problems
- Maintaining a high degree of knowledge in MAS 626 regulations and associated regulatory requirements for AML/CFT and Sanctions
- Handling data, and able to perform functions on Excel, such as Vlookup, Pivoting and generating various graphs / charts, etc
- Certification as an AFC specialist (e.g., CAMS / Diploma in AML, Governance and Risk) with a recognized institution will be an advantage
Additional Requirements
Be a Part of the UOB Family
UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.
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What We Do
We’re here to do Right By You.
At UOB, we aspire to build a better future for the people and businesses in the region.
Through our extensive network and suite of capabilities, we offer financial solutions to the people and businesses within, and connecting with ASEAN.
We create solutions tailored to your unique needs through data and relationship-led insights.
Our comprehensive regional network and one-bank approach connects your business to new opportunities in ASEAN.
We help businesses to advance responsibly and guide personal wealth to grow sustainably. We foster inclusiveness and environmental well-being for stronger societies.
This is how we stay committed to forging a sustainable future for generations to come.
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