Job Description

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.

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.

The role will be with the Group Wholesale Banking, Client Fulfilment Services Investigations Team.

Job Responsibilities

This position within the Client Onboarding Team is responsible for onboarding of all new customers of the Bank. The primary responsibility of the role holder will work with a team of KYC specialists supporting KYC procedures and ongoing due diligence under multiple regulatory frameworks for prospective (account onboarding) and existing client accounts. Customer segments include corporates, non-bank financial institutions, funds and correspondent banks.

The role requires the incumbent to undertake the following:

• Completing KYC risk assessments by undertaking due diligence procedures, identification and dispositioning of PEPs, material negative news and sanctions assessments;
• Ensuring you maintain a high level of performance to achieve team targets and individuals goals and applicable SLAs to ensure completed work is of excellent quality and in accordance with regulations and bank\'s policies, standards and procedures. Report results to stakeholders;
• To liaise and coordinate with Front Office and CFS IA and Documents Team on the collection of the KYC documents/information required for account opening
• Ensure appropriate approvals are obtained for any exceptions or deferment as stipulated per internal requirements.
• Providing advisory support to the BUs/RMs in CDD related matters, where applicable;
• Ensure data accuracy in systems and documentations, including KYC Database;
• Ability to be client centric while balancing risk and controls;
• Proactively participate in assigned projects that promote client value, operational efficiency, and innovation.
• Maintaining a robust and well documented control environment that is audit ready.

Job Requirements

• Tertiary Qualification or Equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of KYC onboarding experience within Corporate Banking/financial institution.
• Strong working knowledge of AML/KYC guidelines and MAS regulations; familiarity with regulatory guidelines of USA, Australia and ASEAN countries is an advantage.
• Good command of spoken and written English and Chinese, other languages are an advantage
• Setting the right priorities and ability to work on multiple assignments at the same time
• A strong sense of responsibility and impeccable integrity

Be a part of 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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