Assistant Vice President, Private Banking - AML KYC

UOB; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) in Hong Kong seeks an experienced AML/KYC specialist to lead onboarding and ongoing reviews for high-risk clients.

You will perform due diligence, risk assessments and advisory work with Front Office and Compliance across HK and SG, ensuring AML/CFT standards are met. The role requires bilingual proficiency and a mature, proactive approach.

Qualifications

• University degree, preferably in Accounting, Business or Law.
• 5–8 years’ 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.

Responsibilities

• Review onboarding and periodic KYC documentation for completeness, accuracy and AML/CFT compliance.
• 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.
• Work closely with Front Office, Compliance and other stakeholders across HK and SG to support compliant onboarding and ongoing reviews.
• Provide AML/KYC advisory support and elevate material issues in accordance with established protocols.
• Monitor onboarding and OGR status and elevate issues for timely resolution.
• Identify gaps and support enhancements to improve quality and efficiency.
• 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.
• Support UAT and system enhancements, including testing and issue identification.
• Participate in KYC/AML improvement initiatives and projects.

Skills

AML/KYC experience

English and Chinese proficiency

Stakeholder management

Team player

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting, Business or Law

Job description

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.

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 elevate material issues in accordance with established protocols.

Process Management & Improvement

• Monitor onboarding and OGR status and elevate 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.