Mgr, AFC Specialized Investigation Team, Compliance

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 across Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. Headquartered in Singapore, UOB operates through banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand, along with branches and offices worldwide. With over 80 years of history, our core values are Honorable, Enterprising, United, and Committed, guiding us to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team, and pursue long-term success.

About The Department

The Compliance function is a strategic partner and trusted business enabler to the Board and senior management. It ensures the Group fulfills its regulatory obligations in a dynamic regulatory landscape by working closely with internal stakeholders to identify and assess regulatory risks, develop practical solutions, and promote a strong compliance culture within the Bank.

Job Responsibilities

The position reports directly to the Team Lead, Specialized Investigations Team, AML Investigations. The incumbent is responsible for mitigating potential financial crime risks to the Bank in accordance with regulations and internal policies.

1. Review and investigate cases triggered by data analytics (DA) models and other sources to identify potential money laundering, financial crime risks, or unusual account activities.
2. Uncover potential networks of criminal activities from customer investigations requiring urgent attention and action by other business units.
3. Produce accurate, timely, and comprehensive investigation reports prior to escalation of suspicious transactions to FIED, maintaining quality with minimal errors.
4. Communicate effectively with branches, business units, and support units to gather information supporting decision-making.
5. Identify inefficiencies in investigative processes and provide feedback to support operational excellence.
6. Support the refinement of investigative processes based on new typologies, red flags, intelligence, and stakeholder feedback.
7. Assist in executing special projects as needed.
8. Prepare investigation reports and maintain proper documentation and records.
9. Submit investigation reports to FIED.

Job Requirements

• Graduate or Post Graduate qualification in a numerate or research discipline.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in financial crime compliance (fraud, sanctions, AML) or intelligence roles.
• Experience with compliance and risk management, with a deep understanding of AML/CFT, is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Business Intelligence, Financial Crime Intelligence, Corporate Intelligence, or Forensics.
• Professional and highly skilled in investigations.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Join the UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and qualifications. Please inform us if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process.

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