AVP, AFC Ops - Analyst, EE OGR

United Overseas Bank; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd is seeking a KYC/CDD specialist to strengthen customer due diligence processes in our Kuala Lumpur team. You will review onboarding files, advise on risk, and ensure AML/CFT compliance across the customer lifecycle.

The role requires 3–4 years of KYC/CDD experience in banking, strong English, and attention to detail. You will train new joiners and help ensure timely approvals and escalation of suspicious activity.

Qualifications

• Recognised degree and good command of English.
• 3–4 years of KYC/CDD experience within banking industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the team by utilizing manpower to support workload and maximise staff output.
• Review process/workflow to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
• Review and perform quality assurance checks on Know Your Customer / Customer Due Diligence and on-going reviews by the maker.
• Provide advisory to team members and BU/RM in completing KYC/CDD and gathering customer information to assess activity risk.
• Assist in escalation of AML/CFT and Sanctions related issues to Country Compliance.
• Ensure all KYC reviews are completed timely (NTB, OGR & Triggered events).
• Ensure appropriate approvals for exceptions or deferments per AML/CFT guidelines.
• Perform monthly reporting as required by Group Client Fulfilment & Services and Country Compliance.
• Provide training to new joiners and existing team members as required.
• Review team members' performance and provide feedback when needed.
• Attend all incoming ad-hoc requests promptly.

Skills

KYC/CDD experience

AML/CFT knowledge

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Education

Recognised degree

Job description

Company: 2201 United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd

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

Job Responsibilities

• Managed the team by utilizing the manpower to support the workload and maximise the staff output
• Review the process work-flow from time to time to ensure continued efficiency and effectiveness of the team
• Review and perform quality assurance checks on Know Your Customer / Customer Due Diligence and on-going reviews completed by maker
• Provide advisory to the team members and BU/RM in completing their Know Your Customer / Customer Due Diligence and on information to obtain from customers to ascertain if an activity is suspicious or not.
• Assist in the escalation of Anti-Money Laundering (AML)/Countering of Terrorist Funding (CFT) and Sanctions related issues to Country Compliance.
• Ensure all KYC Review is completed in a timely manner (NTB, OGR & Triggered event)
• Ensure appropriate approvals are obtained for any exceptions or deferment as stipulated in UOBM's AML/CFT guidelines
• Perform monthly reporting as and when required by Group Client Fulfilment & Services, Country Compliance and/or any other parties
• Providing training to new joiner(s) and existing team members whenever required
• Review team members' performance from time to time and to provide feedback if necessary
• To attend all incoming ad-hoc requests in a timely manner

Job Requirement

• Recognised degree and with good command in English
• At least 3-4 years of KYC/CDD experience within banking industry
• Resourceful and meticulous with strong analytical and problem-solving skillsSelf-driven with strong interpersonal skills

Additional Requirements

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.