Assistant Vice President, Private Banking - AML KYC

1201 UOB Hong Kong; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

1201 UOB Hong Kong is seeking a seasoned AML/KYC professional to lead KYC review, documentation, and due diligence processes. You will work with Front Office, Compliance and regional teams to ensure AML/CFT compliance, manage risks, and support KYC project initiatives.

The role requires a university degree in accounting, business, or law, 5–8 years of AML/KYC experience, and fluency in English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua). HKMA/SFC knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of AML/KYC experience.
• ACAMS is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of HKMA and SFC AML/CFT requirements.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese & Putonghua).
• Mature, hands-on and independent with ability to work under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• KYC Review & Documentation Review: onboarding and periodic KYC documentation with AML/CFT compliance.
• Due Diligence & Risk Assessment: screening, adverse news, CRS/FATCA reviews with clear rationale.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory: coordinate with Front Office, Compliance and stakeholders in HK and SG.
• Process Management & Improvement: monitor onboarding status and escalate issues; drive quality improvements.
• Post-STR Support: information gathering, transaction checks and monitoring of red flags.
• UAT & Projects Support: participate in UAT and KYC/AML improvement projects.

Skills

AML/KYC experience

Stakeholder management

English & Chinese proficiency

ACAMS (advantage)

Education

University degree in Accounting/Business/Law

Job description

Company

1201 UOB Hong Kong About UOB United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in ASEAN with a global network in Southeast Asia, Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Operating through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, we have a global network of about 430 branches and offices in 19 markets. At the heart of UOB is our culture, shaped by the UOB Way and anchored on our four values - Honourable, Enterprising, United and Committed. For more than 90 years, these values have guided how we do right by our customers, collaborate with one another and create long-term value for the communities we operate in. As One Bank, we are committed to helping our colleagues build sustainable careers grounded in purpose, supported by strong values, and enriched with meaningful opportunities to grow.

Job Description

KYC Review & Documentation Review

• onboarding and periodic KYC documentation for completeness, accuracy and AML/CFT compliance.
• Maintain high-quality case files in line with Group standards.

Due Diligence & Risk Assessment

• Perform screening, SOW validation, adverse news, CRS and FATCA reviews, with clear rationale and conclusions.
• Identify and follow up on red flags, trigger events, ML/TF, sanctions and tax compliance risks.

Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory

• Work closely with Front Office, Compliance and other stakeholders across Hong Kong and Singapore to support compliant onboarding and ongoing reviews.
• Provide AML/KYC advisory support and escalat material issues in accordance with established protocols.

Process Management & Improvement

• Monitor onboarding and OGR status and escalation issues for timely resolution.
• Identify gaps and support enhancements to improve quality and efficiency.

Post-STR Support

• Support post-STR reviews, including information gathering, transaction checks and monitoring of recurring red flags.
• Maintain and track post-STR cases and documentation, with timely escalation of new concerns.

UAT & Projects Support

• UAT and system enhancements, including testing and issue identification.
• Participate in KYC/AML improvement initiatives and projects.

Job Requirements

• University degree, preferably in Accounting, Business or Law.
• 5-8 years' relevant AML/KYC experience; ACAMS is an advantage.
• Sound knowledge of HKMA and SFC AML/CFT requirements.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Chinese, including Cantonese and Putonghua.
• Mature, hands-on and independent, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A team player, confident in engaging with cross-functional stakeholders and senior management.
• Candidates with relevant experience may be considered for an AVP position, while those with more extensive experience may be considered for a VP position.

Additional Requirements

• Develop, Engage, Execute, Strategise, University-Bachelor 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.

UOB is rated as one of the world's top banks, ranked 'Aa1' by Moody's Investors Service and 'AA-' by both S&P Global and Fitch Ratings. With a global network of 500 branches and offices across 19 countries in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, as well as branches and offices throughout the region.

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