AML Operations Team Lead – KYC & Risk Oversight

UOB; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd is seeking an experienced AML Operations Supervisor to lead daily alerts review, monitor progress and ensure quality checks on KYC cases for moderate and low-risk customers.

You will establish guidance for team members, identify performance issues and develop action plans for improvement, while providing monthly management reports and responding to regulators as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Studies/ Administration/ Management, Economics, Finance/ Accountancy/ Banking, Commerce or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant working experience.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT regulations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with strong analytical thinking.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Team collaboration and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
• People management and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise AML operations team on daily alerts review and monitor/progress.
• Perform Quality Checks for work produced by the team and approve KYC cases for moderate and low-risk customers.
• Establish guidance to the team members and develop action plans for improvement.
• Provide monthly data and statistics for Management Reporting.
• Respond to requests from regulators, auditors, or internal stakeholders for specific case reviews or data.

Skills

AML/CFT knowledge

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/ Economics/ Finance/ Banking

Job description

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd is seeking an experienced AML Operations Supervisor to lead daily alerts review, monitor progress and ensure quality checks on KYC cases for moderate and low-risk customers.

You will establish guidance for team members, identify performance issues and develop action plans for improvement, while providing monthly management reports and responding to regulators as needed.