Senior AML Operations Lead

UOB; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced AML Operations Manager to supervise daily alert reviews and ensure quality in KYC processing for moderate to low-risk customers.

We expect strong AML/CFT knowledge, leadership, and the ability to guide the team with action plans while delivering regular management reports and responding to regulatory inquiries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Studies/Administration/Management, Economics, Finance/Accounting/ 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

AML/CFT regulations

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Studies/Administration/Management, Economics, Finance/Accountancy/ Banking, Commerce or equivalent

Job description

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced AML Operations Manager to supervise daily alert reviews and ensure quality in KYC processing for moderate to low-risk customers.

We expect strong AML/CFT knowledge, leadership, and the ability to guide the team with action plans while delivering regular management reports and responding to regulatory inquiries.