Sr Exec, Risk & Control - Wholesale Ops

UOB; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading bank in Asia as part of the Wholesale Banking Operation team at UOB Innovation Hub. The role involves managing risk governance, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational processes in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have banking experience and strong analytical skills, contributing to the bank's ambitious growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experienced in Banking or Finance with a focus on risk & control.
• Ability to analyze operational gaps and provide recommendations.
• Strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage Risk and Control governance for transactions processing.
• Assist in implementing Operational Risk Management Framework.
• Perform process reviews and recommend operational improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Recognized degree in a relevant field

Certifications e.g., CDCS, CITF, CSDG, ACAMS

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

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.

About the Department

UOB Innovation Hub 2 (InnoHub2) is a UOB-wholly owned subsidiary and a Centre of Excellence based in Malaysia, providing Group Business Services (GBS) to support the UOB Group. Started in 2021 with technology application design, development and support, InnoHub2 is expanding beyond technology services to deliver other business services to support the Bank’s growth ambition. We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to be part of the pioneer team spearheading the development and delivery of the new services.

As part of the InnoHub2 team, you will have the opportunity to work on Group initiatives and gain regional business exposure. We are dynamic, passionate and purposeful about delivering trusted financial solutions that enables business growth. An exciting career progression with varied opportunities awaits you at IH2. Come grow your career with us.

Job Responsibilities

Be part of Wholesale Banking Operation team in processing and managing Risk and Control governance perspective on overall transactions processing, ensuring compliance with internal bank policy, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in Bank Governance and Control, strong analytics skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paces environment.

• Involved in implementation of all components of the Operational Risk Management Framework (KRI’s, KRCSA’s, Op Risk Event Mgmt., Reporting to Senior Management) and embedding risk culture across the divison.
• Assist on reconciliation, MIS, risk management reporting.
• Assist with continuity of business plans, document, and updates.
• Assist with records management control related functions.
• Assist in identifying key risks areas and putting mitigating controls in place to minimize risks as an ongoing operations activity.
• Ensuring quality processing, adherence, and compliance to regulatory and internal control requirements.
• Perform process reviews and provide recommendations for improvement and automation, participate in enhancement projects.
• Assist with other administrative, risk and control related activities as assigned.

Job Requirements

Skills and Experience
• Experienced in Banking or Finance related (Cash Management/ Trade Finance/ Loans/ Channels), preferably in risk & control, reconciliations, accounting or operations.
• Ability to analyze operational gaps and formulate conclusions and recommendations.
• Responsible, organized and ability to work under pressure and multi-task in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong communications skills both written and spoken.
• Proficient in excel & macro, powerpoints presentation, tech savvy.
• Meticulous and strong follow-up skills.
• Able to work independently and strong teamwork.

Education
• Minimum a recognized degree in a relevant field.
• Certified in relevant Industry certifications e.g., CDCS, CITF, CSDG, ACAMS will be added advantage.

Be a part of UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, 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.

Apply now and make a difference.

About the company

United Overseas Bank Limited is a Singaporean multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in Raffles Place, Singapore.

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