VP, Finance Business Risk & Controls - United Overseas Bank

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB); Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Asia is seeking a Risk Management professional in Singapore. The role involves assurance reviews, collaboration with experts, and the BCBS 239 Independent Validation of regulatory returns. Ideal candidates should have 5-6 years of experience in Finance or Audit, preferably within the financial industry, and possess strong communication and analytical skills. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to effective risk management practices.

Qualifications

• 5 - 6 years of working experience in Finance/Audit, preferably from the financial industry or Big 4.
• Experience in usage of data analytics for audit or assurance work, or BCBS 239 principles.
• Excellent communication skills to deliver timely assurance reports.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform assurance reviews and control testing.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders.
• Lead the BCBS 239 Independent Validation agenda.

Skills

Data analytics

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Planning skills

Job description

About UOB

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.

Job Description

Reporting into the Business Risk and Control Management (BRCM) function of Group Finance and Corporate Services (GFCS), the incumbent shall support the delivery of BRCM mandate, including assurance reviews and implementation of control frameworks in GFCS units across the region. They will also be responsible for planning and performing the BCBS 239 Independent Validation of the regulatory returns.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and perform assurance reviews, including control testing, in accordance with the assurance methodology, and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls relating to risks within the functional areas. Recommend improvements to strengthen controls and enhance the risk management practice in GFCS. Assess the residual risk and ensure alignment with risk appetite.
• Adopt appropriate methods to obtain requisite knowledge and application based judgment to perform the control testing and assurance review work; this includes identifying and assessing key risks and facilitating the design of tools to assess the operational effectiveness of the key controls in place.
• Collaborate actively with subject matter experts (SME) and other teams/stakeholders in Head Office, as well as overseas locations, in conducting assurance reviews and resolving risk-related issues, delivering the GFCS BRCM agenda.
• Contribute in building the regional BRCM book of work, effectively collaborating initiatives across the working groups. Be instrumental in raising awareness on operational risk policies and providing a strong line of defense.
• Lead the BCBS 239 Independent validation agenda of the regulatory returns providing effective collaboration within the working groups and stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• 5 - 6 years of working experience in Finance/Audit, preferably from the financial industry or Big 4.
• Experience in usage of data analytics for audit or assurance work and/or implementation of the BCBS 239 principles will be a strong plus.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation) to deliver timely assurance reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Strong relationship management, influencing, analytical, problem solving, and planning skills.
• Self‑motivated and driven, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently.

Be a Part of the 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.

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