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

Established in 1986, UOB Asset management (UOBAM), a wholly-owned subsidiary of United Overseas Bank, is the Asian asset manager in the region with award-winning investment expertise across different asset classes.

UOBAM is headquartered in Singapore and has an extensive presence in Asia with regional business and investment offices in Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Brunei, Taiwan and Japan. Our network also includes UOB Islamic Asset Management.

Job Responsibilities

This role will be heading the AML Governance department who oversee all AML/KYC matters affecting UOB Asset Management Ltd. The individual will report directly to the Head of Governance & Compliance and will act as an AML Partner for UOB Asset Management Ltd. The candidate will lead a team of 4. He/She is required to identify AML/CFT risk and fostering a culture of compliance within Asset Management and its subsidiaries. Roles and responsibilities of the successful candidate would include the following scope:

• Ensure that the AML/KYC program, applicable local Singapore laws and regulatory requirements are duly and effectively implemented in the Company.
• Ensure that KYC review on new and existing customers (including trigger event) are perform in accordance to the Company\'s policy and that the KYC master list is kept up to date;
• Review name screening alerts flagged out by Thomson Reuters Deployed system
• Ensure that the name screening alerts are timely reviewed and reported to Head of Governance & Compliance when needed;
• Ensure that the Thomson Reuters master list is kept up to date;
• Perform transaction monitoring to ensure that there are no suspicious transactions. Where needed, assist in independent review or assist in STR filing
• Assist in the queries from Business Development, Operations, Group Compliance, etc.
• Lead in projects relating to AML/KYC
• Identify issues and able to propose feasible solution relating to AML/KYC to Head of Governance & Compliance
• On-site visit to each subsidiary to perform its oversight function

Job Requirements

• Recognized university degree with at least 6 years\' relevant experience in Anti-Money Laundering
• Minimum 4 -5 years of experience in leading a team
• Experience in AML advisory, FATCA, CRS and Asset Management will be an advantage
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with colleagues, team and external parties of all levels.
• Possess good problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team.

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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