VP, AML/CFT Operations — KYC & Compliance Leader

2201 United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd is seeking a diligent KYC/AML professional in Kuala Lumpur to ensure completeness of client information and compliance with AML/CFT requirements. You will guide BU/RM on KYC/CDD processes and escalate any sanctions-related issues as needed.

The role includes QA of KYC/CDD reviews, ensuring timely NRD updates, and supporting on remediation projects under the Head of CFS-AML/CFT. Prior experience with KYC within banking is preferred.

Qualifications

• Perform KYC to ensure completeness and AML/CFT compliance.
• Advise BU/RM on completing KYC/CDD requirements.
• Assist in escalation of AML/CFT and Sanctions issues.
• Review Know Your Customer / Customer Due Diligence quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure OGR is completed within timeline with no overdue reviews.
• Complete CDD KYC for New-To-Bank and Existing-To-Bank within deadlines.
• Obtain approvals for exceptions or deferments per AML/CFT guidelines.
• Perform monthly reporting as required by Compliance and other parties.
• Assist on projects and remediation tasks as assigned by Head of CFS-AML/CFT.

Skills

KYC compliance

AML/CFT knowledge

CDD (Customer Due Diligence)

Document collection

Attention to detail

Tools

EWF system

Job description

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd is seeking a diligent KYC/AML professional in Kuala Lumpur to ensure completeness of client information and compliance with AML/CFT requirements. You will guide BU/RM on KYC/CDD processes and escalate any sanctions-related issues as needed.

The role includes QA of KYC/CDD reviews, ensuring timely NRD updates, and supporting on remediation projects under the Head of CFS-AML/CFT. Prior experience with KYC within banking is preferred.