Strategic Compliance Leader: Governance & Risk

1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd (UOB) is seeking a seasoned Group Compliance professional to join the Compliance Strategy and Governance Division in Singapore. You will help strengthen the compliance operating model, maintain robust risk controls, and drive division-wide programmes across stakeholders.

The role involves policy management, risk/appetite alignment, and supporting training, reporting, and cross-functional initiatives to ensure regulatory adherence and business resilience.

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance risk & control concepts and translating requirements into practical processes and controls.
• Policy/procedure management and/or programme/project delivery experience is an advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to draft governance papers and procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and updating Compliance policies and procedures with version control and stakeholder consultations.
• Overseeing risk assessments and control documentation, issue/action tracking, and risk reporting.
• Supporting annual reviews of business impact analyses and business continuity planning with coordination and reporting.
• Delivering Compliance Training & Development programs, including vendor management and tracking metrics.
• Managing compliance events (townhalls), including logistics and attendee management.
• Supporting compliance projects with planning, stakeholder management, and progress reporting.
• Promoting employee engagement through communication initiatives and participation improvements.
• Assisting with periodic reporting and escalation of key risks and issues.

Skills

Compliance

Risk management

Governance

Audit

Project management

Education

Diploma

University-Bachelor

Job description

1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd (UOB) is seeking a seasoned Group Compliance professional to join the Compliance Strategy and Governance Division in Singapore. You will help strengthen the compliance operating model, maintain robust risk controls, and drive division-wide programmes across stakeholders.

The role involves policy management, risk/appetite alignment, and supporting training, reporting, and cross-functional initiatives to ensure regulatory adherence and business resilience.