Senior AML Risk & Controls Reviewer

uobgroup; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) in Kuala Lumpur seeks a risk professional to conduct risk assessments for high‑risk clients and advise on risk acceptance. Collaborate with AML Operations, RM, CA and SCA to ensure accurate reviews and timely approvals.

This role emphasizes understanding client backgrounds, Source of Wealth narratives, and providing clear business recommendations on whether to retain or exit relationships to protect the bank's interests.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and provide risk acceptance recommendations for high-risk clients.
• Review risk factors and changes in risk ratings.
• Ensure appropriate approvals are obtained to complete the review process.
• Assess the client's background, including the Source of Wealth (SOW) write-up and corroboration.
• Collaborate closely with AML Operations, RM, CA, or SCA teams to ensure timely and accurate completion of in-scope reviews.
• Provide business recommendations if to retain or exit client relationships based on the outcome of the risk review.

Job description

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) in Kuala Lumpur seeks a risk professional to conduct risk assessments for high‑risk clients and advise on risk acceptance. Collaborate with AML Operations, RM, CA and SCA to ensure accurate reviews and timely approvals.

This role emphasizes understanding client backgrounds, Source of Wealth narratives, and providing clear business recommendations on whether to retain or exit relationships to protect the bank's interests.