Manager Risk MIS Analyst PFS

United Overseas Bank; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a professional for risk reporting and analytics. The candidate will prepare and enhance risk reports, monitor risk appetites, and maintain data dashboards. Proficiency in data tools such as SAS, SQL, and Excel is essential, along with 3–5 years of related experience in banking or financial services. An analytical mindset and strong communication skills are needed to support portfolio management effectively.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in risk reporting, risk analytics, or related roles in banking or financial services.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and enhance risk reports to support effective portfolio management.
• Monitor Retail Risk Appetite and Benchmark indicators.
• Maintain dashboards to detect shifts in risk grade distributions.
• Perform data extraction and validation for risk reporting.
• Document reporting processes and drive enhancements.
• Participate in ad-hoc analysis and projects.

Skills

Data tools proficiency (SAS, SQL, Excel, Power BI, Python)

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Statistics, Business Analytics, or any related field

Tools

SAS

SQL

Excel

Power BI

Python

Job description

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

• Preparing, maintaining, and continuously enhancing risk reports across credit risk areas ensures senior management has accurate, timely, and actionable insights to manage portfolio risks effectively.
• Supporting Retail Risk Appetite and Benchmark Monitoring is vital for tracking key indicators against approved thresholds, escalating breaches promptly, and safeguarding the bank's risk posture.
• Maintaining dashboards for Portfolio Mix Monitoring enables early detection of shifts in product, segment, or risk grade distributions, which is crucial for proactive portfolio management.
• Performing data extraction, validation, and formatting using advanced tools (Excel, SQL, SAS) ensures high‑quality data inputs for risk reporting and analytics, minimizing operational and compliance risks. Linguistics
• Delivering consistent and timely risk data and reporting outputs supports regulatory submissions and internal governance, reducing the risk of penalties or reputational damage.
• Documenting reporting processes and driving enhancements improves efficiency, reduces operational risk, and supports audit readiness.
• Participating in ad‑hoc analysis and projects provides flexibility to respond to emerging risks, regulatory changes, and strategic initiatives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Statistics, Business Analytics, or any related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in risk reporting, risk analytics, or related roles in banking or financial services.
• Proficiency in data tools (e.g. SAS, SQL, Excel, Power BI, Python) and reporting platforms.
• Good in analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Good communication and stakeholder management 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,.client, 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.