AML KYC Business Risk Specialist

UBS AG; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global wealth manager is seeking a seasoned risk manager in Singapore. Responsibilities include providing AML advice, conducting risk reviews, and enhancing compliance frameworks. Candidates should have 8-10 years of financial industry experience, strong analytical and collaboration skills, and a comprehensive understanding of wealth management business. This role promotes a positive risk culture and offers opportunities for career returners.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Career development opportunities

Inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• At least 8-10 years of experience in the financial industry.
• Prior experience in risk management or compliance is a must.
• Comprehensive understanding of wealth management business.

Responsibilities

• Advise and interpret policies for AML compliance.
• Perform thematic, risk-based reviews aligned with the bank's risk appetite.
• Review and propose enhancements to frameworks and controls.

Skills

Risk management expertise

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration skills

Excel and PowerPoint proficiency

Education

Completed higher education

Job description

Overview

Your role

Are you a seasoned risk manager and can provide challenge to senior management in their risk decisions? Do you enjoy working in teams and contribute to the sustainable risk management of the business? Then we are looking for someone like you!

Responsibilities

• Provide 1st line advice and policy/framework interpretation to Markets on AML related matters in line with regulatory expectations and global/regional policies and guidance;
• Perform thematic, risk based reviews in line with the Bank’s risk appetite
• Review frameworks, processes, controls in line with regulatory expectations and global/regional policies and guidance and propose enhancements
• Partner with OH, AML Advisory team and C&ORC to uplift Markets capabilities on AML/CFT topics by developing materials (e.g. scenario guidance), providing relevant training, sharing feedback through lessons learnt, and sharing of industry best practices.
• Facilitate and organize periodic updates to regulators and address all regulatory, internal audit and 2nd line reviews with the Front and the other stakeholders
• Present key updates to management including risks, issues & dependencies in appropriate forums and provide guidance on mitigation
• Be a role model to your team of risk partners
• Help drive a positive risk culture throughout the organization including driving and delivering selected trainings

Your Career Comeback

We are open to applications from career returners. Find out more about our program on ubs.com/careercomeback.

Your team

As a AML Risk specialist, you will be part of the Global Wealth Management (GWM) AML Business Risk Competency team based in Singapore

Your expertise

• completed higher education with at least 8-10 years of experience in the financial industry
• prior experience in risk management, financial crime compliance, compliance, operational risk or internal audit
• comprehensive understanding of wealth management business and the regulatory requirements in Hong Kong and/or Singapore
• strong collaboration skills and a team player
• strong communication, written and presentation skills
• proven analytical skills and commercial judgement that helps articulate rational solutions
• strong excel and power point skills
• team-oriented
• able to persevere through challenges with a solution-focused mindset
• proven track record of maintaining high performance in the face of adversity to work with a multitude of stakeholders with varying seniorities independently
• well organized and able to manage a multitude of topics
• driven and passionate to make a positive change in the organization

About us

UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe. We know that great work is never done alone. That’s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.

How we hire

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Join us

At UBS, we know that it\'s our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We’re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That’s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves.
We’re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

Contact Details

UBS Business Solutions SA
UBS Recruiting

Disclaimer / Policy statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.