Assistant VP, Anti-Financial Crime Assurance, Group Compliance
2 months ago
Posting Date: 28 Sep 2024
Location:
Singapore (City Area), Singapore, SG, 048624
Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd
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
The Compliance function is a strategic partner and a trusted business enabler to the Board and senior management. It is our responsibility to ensure that the Group continuously fulfils its regulatory obligations in today's tight and dynamic regulatory landscape. To do that, we work closely with internal stakeholders to identify and to assess regulatory risks. This collaboration also includes developing practical solutions that integrate regulations into operational requirements as well as actively shaping and promoting stronger compliance culture and literacy in the Bank.
Job Responsibilities
This is an AVP position within the Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) Assurance team, which is part of the AFC function within Group Compliance. The team performs control testing and assurance work over AFC areas, including AML, Sanctions, & Fraud, covering all Business lines, Group Technology and Operations, as well as Group Compliance.
The role-holder is expected to contribute to the maintenance of the Bank's AFC control environment through being part of a team that performs regular assurance exercises.
The role-holder needs to be able to perform independent fieldwork e.g., through sampling of KYC files or other exhibits such as Transaction Monitoring alerts and raise high quality findings and commentaries.
The role reports to the Team Manager, GC-AFC Assurance, based in Singapore, covering the Bank's Singapore business units and support units.
Key responsibilities
• Plan and execute assurance fieldwork tasks within the scope of Anti-Financial Crime, as assigned by the Head of AFC Assurance. Fieldwork is to be undertaken in accordance with the established AFC Assurance Framework, methodologies and standards, so as to deliver consistent and high-quality issues/ reports and enhance the bank's AFC control standards.
• Complete assigned assurance engagements on time, including discussion of identified issues with reviewing units; write concisely on the review observations, ensuring that work papers of the assigned reviews are in good order.
• Follow up and validate issues identified from the assurance engagements. Prepare adequate documentation to support any issue closure for audit trail purposes.
• Support the AFC Assurance Team in the preparation of management reports and information for Senior Management and relevant committees, summarizing key activities of the AFC Assurance Team and insights from assurance engagements.
• Participate in the AFC Assurance Team's strategic projects and initiatives as and when assigned by the Head of AFC Assurance.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree holder or its equivalent
- Experience in Financial Services assurance, compliance testing or audit
- Knowledge of Anti-Financial Crime processes and controls within a Financial Services context is not a pre-requisite but is a strong advantage
- Good understanding of the business divisions and activities within a full-service bank
- Project management skills and familiarity with project management tools
- Communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
- Judgement and decision-making skills
- Data analysis background would be an advantage
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.
Apply now and make a difference.
Competencies
1. Strategise
2. Engage
3. Execute
4. Develop
5. Skills
6. Experience
eFC_Slot
-
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeAssistant VP, Anti-Financial Crime Assurance, Group Compliance Posting Date: 27 Oct 2024 Location: Singapore (City Area), Singapore, SG, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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...
-
Anti-Financial Crime Assurance Specialist
3 weeks ago
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeJob SummaryThe Anti-Financial Crime Assurance Specialist will be part of the AFC Assurance team, which is responsible for ensuring the Bank's AFC control environment is maintained. The role-holder will contribute to the team's efforts by performing regular assurance exercises, including control testing and fieldwork. The ideal candidate will have experience...
-
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeVP, Anti-Financial Crimes Sanctions, Group Compliance United Overseas BankSingapore 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. Our history spans more than 80 years, and we are guided by our values...
-
Assistant VP, Anti-Financial Crime
1 week ago
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeAssistant VP, Anti-Financial Crime (Intelligence) Posting Date: 13 Nov 2024 Location: Singapore, SG Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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...
-
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeAbout the RoleAs a key member of the Anti-Financial Crime Assurance team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the Bank's AFC control environment is maintained at the highest standards. Your expertise in AFC processes and controls will be instrumental in identifying and mitigating regulatory risks, and in developing practical solutions that integrate...
-
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeJob Summary As Senior VP, Head of Anti-Financial Crimes Strategy, you will be responsible for driving the development and execution of the anti-financial crime strategy across the organization. You will lead the Anti-Financial Crime Strategy & Governance team, which is responsible for ensuring the execution of governance processes that span anti-financial...
-
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeVP, Anti-Financial Crimes Sanctions, Group Compliance Posting Date: 12 Nov 2024 Location: Singapore, SG Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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...
-
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeVP, Anti-Financial Crimes Sanctions, Group Compliance Posting Date: 12 Nov 2024 Location: Singapore (City Area), Singapore, SG, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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,...
-
VP, Anti-Financial Crimes Advisory
1 month ago
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeVP, Anti-Financial Crimes Advisory (Group Retail), Group Compliance Posting Date: 8 Oct 2024 Location: Singapore, SG Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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...
-
VP, Anti-Financial Crimes Advisory
2 weeks ago
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeVP, Anti-Financial Crimes Advisory (Group Retail), Group Compliance Posting Date: 6 Nov 2024 Location: Singapore, SG Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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...
-
Avp, anti-financial crime
2 weeks ago
Singapore United Overseas Bank Ltd. Full timeLocation: Singapore (City Area), SG, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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...
-
Avp, anti-financial crime
2 weeks ago
Singapore United Overseas Bank Ltd. Full timeLocation: Singapore (City Area), SG, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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...
-
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior VP, Head of Anti-Financial Crimes Strategy and Governance to join our team at United Overseas Bank. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the Anti-Financial Crime Strategy and Governance team, ensuring the execution of governance processes, and developing practical solutions...
-
VP, Anti-Financial Crimes Advisory
2 weeks ago
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeVP, Anti-Financial Crimes Advisory (Group Retail), Group Compliance Posting Date: 6 Nov 2024 Location: Singapore (City Area), Singapore, SG, 048624 Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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...
-
Vp, anti-financial crimes advisory
2 weeks ago
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeVP, Anti-Financial Crimes Advisory (Group Retail), Group Compliance Posting Date: 6 Nov 2024Location:Singapore (City Area), Singapore, SG, 048624Company: United Overseas Bank LtdAbout 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,...
-
Senior Manager, Anti-Financial Crime Operations
2 weeks ago
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a seasoned professional to join our Anti-Financial Crime team as Senior Manager, Anti-Financial Crime Operations. In this role, you will oversee the design and optimization of AFC controls, ensuring efficient operations in the advisory, investigations, and policy operationalization function.ResponsibilitiesLead the team in managing...
-
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeJob Summary:We are seeking an experienced Senior Anti-Financial Crimes Compliance Officer to join our team in Group Wholesale Banking. This role is responsible for formulating and strengthening governance on all risk frameworks, ensuring compliance with applicable legislations, particularly in relation to anti-financial crimes.About the RoleFormulate and...
-
Singapore Goldman Sachs Full timeFinancial Crimes Compliance Financial Crime Compliance has primary responsibility for the execution of the firm's enterprise-wide Anti-Money Laundering, anti-bribery, and government sanctions compliance programs and, among other things, performs enhanced due diligence and government sanctions screening, as well as surveillance and investigations...
-
Singapore United Overseas Bank Full timeAnti-Financial Crimes Advisory Senior SpecialistThe Compliance function is a strategic partner and a trusted business enabler to the Board and senior management at United Overseas Bank. As an Anti-Financial Crimes Advisory Senior Specialist, you will be part of the Group Compliance, AML Advisory (Group Retail) team and contribute to identifying and...
-
Financial Crime Compliance Manager, APAC
3 weeks ago
Singapore STONEX FINANCIAL PTE. LTD. Full timeRoles & ResponsibilitiesPosition Purpose:In Singapore, StoneX is regulated by MAS as a Capital Markets Service Licensee, an Exempt Financial Adviser and a Major Payment Institution, and by MinLaw as a registered dealer of precious stones and metals. StoneX is also a trading member of SGX-DT and a clearing member of SGX-DC. This expansion role at StoneX...
