AVP, AML Operations Analyst - PFS (Kuala Lumpur)

United Overseas Bank; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

2201 United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd is seeking an AML Operations Supervisor to oversee daily alert reviews, ensure quality KYC processing for moderate and low-risk customers and provide regular management-ready reports. The role requires a strong AML/CFT background, leadership skills, and the ability to guide a team in a dynamic regulatory environment.

The successful candidate will manage timelines, respond to regulatory inquiries, and drive improvements across the AML operations workflow

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Studies/ Administration/ Management, Economics, Finance/ Accountancy/ Banking, Commerce or equivalent.
• Strong AML/CFT knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise AML operations team on daily alerts review and monitor progress.
• Perform quality checks for team output and approve KYC cases for moderate and low-risk customers.
• Provide monthly data and statistics for management reporting.
• Respond to regulator/auditor requests for specific reviews or data.
• Establish guidance to team members and develop improvement plans.

Skills

AML knowledge

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Company: 2201 United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd

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.

Job Description

• Supervise AML operations team on daily alerts review and monitor/ track progress.

• Perform Quality Checks for work produced by the team and approve KYC cases for moderate and low-risk customers. Processes include but not limited to On-Going Review, Customer Relationship Review, On-going Due Diligent Review to validate coherence between customer's profile and account's conduct; as well as identifying other necessary information to conclude the review, if any.

• Establish guidance to the team members, identify performance related issues and to 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.

Job Requirements

• Possess at least a 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 coupled with strong logical and analytical thinking capability.

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

• Team collaboration and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

• Good people management and leadership 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.