Senior AML/CFT & Sanctions Policy Advisor

2201 United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd (UOB Malaysia) seeks an experienced AML/CFT Policy Advisor to support the Team Lead in implementing the AML/CFT and sanctions framework and provide advisory on policy requirements to stakeholders. The role covers clearance of day-to-day AML/CFT matters escalated to Compliance.

The incumbent will handle advisory on policy requirements, onboarding and ongoing due diligence, and clearance decisions for high-risk customers while coordinating with BU/SU and

Qualifications

• Graduate or Post Graduate in a numerate or research discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in financial crime compliance (fraud/sanctions/AML) or intelligence fields.
• Exposure to compliance and risk management with understanding of AML/CFT.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Able to work independently with a strong team-player presence.

Responsibilities

• Provide AML/CFT/Sanction advisory to business units on policy and guidelines.
• Advise on customer due diligence and clearance for onboarding and ongoing monitoring.
• Assess Customer Relationship Reviews and provide AML/CFT consent for actions due to adverse media or restricted relationships.
• Assess and clear High Risk Customers and PEP/PEC during onboarding or due diligence reviews for retail and corporate segments.
• Manage and respond to AML/CFT enquiries from correspondent banks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Independent worker

Team player

Education

Graduate or Post Graduate in numerate/research discipline

Job description

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd (UOB Malaysia) seeks an experienced AML/CFT Policy Advisor to support the Team Lead in implementing the AML/CFT and sanctions framework and provide advisory on policy requirements to stakeholders. The role covers clearance of day-to-day AML/CFT matters escalated to Compliance.

The incumbent will handle advisory on policy requirements, onboarding and ongoing due diligence, and clearance decisions for high-risk customers while coordinating with BU/SU and