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Senior VP, Analytics & Automation, Group Compliance

Senior VP, Analytics & Automation, Group Compliance

Posting Date: 20 Jun 2025

Location:
Singapore, SG

Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd

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.

About the Department

The Compliance function is a strategic partner and a trusted business enabler to the Board and senior management. It is our responsibility to ensure that the Group continuously fulfils its regulatory obligations in today's tight and dynamic regulatory landscape. To do that, we work closely with internal stakeholders to identify and to assess regulatory risks. This collaboration also includes developing practical solutions that integrate regulations into operational requirements as well as actively shaping and promoting stronger compliance culture and literacy in the Bank.

Job Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive AML / Sanctions analytics strategy to identify, assess, and mitigate financial cirme risks across the organization.
• Lead and integrate design and operationalise detection models, rules, algorithms and dashboards to enhance the bank's AML / Sanctions prevention capabilities.
• Work closely with model end-users and other key stakeholders (e.g., Head of AFC Analytics, Business Analyst, and Data Engineer) to identify additional areas which require analytics support or future model build and include those models in development pipeline.
• Develop model narratives (e.g., purpose, logic, parameters, data requirements, output surfacing / structuring) in collaboration with the business and other relevant stakeholders.
• Work closely with other Data Scientist(s) and Business Analyst, and undertake the end-to-end AFC model development, including data wrangling, exploratory data analysis, feature selection, model selection, training, testing, etc.
• Build a range of models (rule-based, supervised / unsupervised models, etc.) on structured, semi-structured, and/or unstructured data if needed.

Job Requirements

Skills / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Finance, or a related field; a Master's degree or relevant professional certifications are a plus.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in the financial services industry, with at least 8 years in a AML / Sanctions analytics or risk management role.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing large-scale AML / Sanctions analytics strategies and solutions.
• Able to instill strong Model Governance throughout the model development cycle.
• Strong project management skills with experience in leading large projects and establishing new operating models.
• Strong knowledge of financial services regulations, industry best practices, and emerging AML / Sanctions trends.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software, such as SQL, R, Python, SAS or Network Link Analysis.
• Experience with big data analytics tools and frameworks, including Hive, Spark, and Impala.
• Experience with handling Big data architecture as well as automation software tools
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across various business units and functions.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under pressure.

Be a part of 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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