VP, Regional Project Management Office - Anti Money Laundering (AML) & Tax

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB); Singapore; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the banking sector is seeking a seasoned professional to join their Retail division. This role focuses on risk management and compliance, where you will create and oversee project plans related to AML, FATCA, and CRS. With a strong emphasis on stakeholder engagement and governance, you will collaborate with various teams to ensure project success. If you have a passion for financial services and a track record in risk and compliance, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in financial industry, focusing on risk and compliance.
• Strong organizational skills and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Create project plans for AML, FATCA, and CRS topics.
• Lead discussions and provide updates to stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress and manage risks.

Skills

Risk Management

Governance

AML Knowledge

Stakeholder Management

Presentation Skills

Analytical Skills

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

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 across Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. Our history spans over 80 years, guided by our core values: Honorable, Enterprising, United, and Committed. We strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team, and pursue long-term success, consistently in our dealings with colleagues, customers, and the community.

The Retail division offers tailored financial solutions to Personal and Business Banking customers, including deposit, insurance, loans, investment, and wealth advisory services, aimed at helping them manage their finances and achieve their financial goals.

Within our Personal Financial Services, we focus on promoting healthy saving and investment practices across generations, providing convenient and valuable banking products and services.

The COO Office's Business Risk & Control teams across various risk types serve as safeguards for the business.

Responsibilities

1. Creating detailed project plans and overseeing workstreams within Group Retail units focusing on AML, FATCA, and CRS topics.
2. Organizing and leading discussions to update stakeholders with weekly status reports through the working group on workstream progress.
3. Liaising with other PMO and BAU teams to provide updates and address questions, escalating key risks, defining mitigations, and communicating with relevant stakeholders.
4. Troubleshooting key risks/issues and developing interim and long-term solutions, monitoring dependencies.
5. Maintaining robust governance over decisions, risks, timelines, and project-related matters.
6. Monitoring progress, dependencies, risks, and issues at the project and workstream levels.
7. Facilitating internal and external communications, including weekly/monthly status updates to Leadership, AFC Forums/Committees, and regulators.
8. Serving as the central point of contact within and outside the workstream, within & outside Group Retail.
9. Collaborating with BAU teams during Test & Learn phases and post-implementation monitoring.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience in the financial industry, preferably in risk, governance, or compliance functions.
• Domain knowledge in AML, Tax, sanctions, and other Financial Crime and Conduct risks is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail, senior stakeholder management, and the ability to build constructive partnerships with diverse stakeholders and challenge as needed.
• Proficiency in creating and articulating plans, actions, solutions, and strategies through PowerPoint or similar presentation tools.
• Deep technical knowledge and professional expertise in related fields.
• Solid experience in Risk, Control & Governance, Operations, Assurance, and Analytics.

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and qualifications. If you require assistance or accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform us when submitting your application.

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