VP1, Internal Auditor

UOB Group; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UOB China Ltd is seeking an experienced audit professional to strengthen the bank's internal audit function. The role emphasizes risk-based audit program development, timely delivery, and clear reporting in both English and Chinese, with a focus on controls across wholesale banking processes.

Candidates should bring 8+ years in banking or audit, strong analytical and project management skills, and the ability to influence diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of banking or audit experience.
• Strong understanding of risk management and controls.
• Knowledge of wholesale credit lending and remedial processes.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with root-cause analysis.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and work with cross-functional teams.
• Strong project management skills to lead audit assignments.
• Excellent writing in English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and maintenance of audit programs according to identified key audit risks and audit objectives.
• Deliver audit projects within timelines and budgets while upholding standards.
• Present constructive recommendations to management.
• Document and track audit work-papers per internal controls and standards.
• Prepare concise audit reports and follow-up until closure.
• Stay updated on local regulatory changes and assess impact on audit coverage.

Skills

Audit experience

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder influence

Project management

Bilingual English/Chinese

Documentation

Job description

Company: 5102 UOB China 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.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities:

• Participate in the development and maintenance of audit programs according to identified key audit risks and audit objectives.
• To deliver audit projects based on the timelines, budgets and the required standards and provide values to the bank.
• Present constructive recommendations to management.
• Document and keep track of audit work-papers in a timely manner and in accordance with the established standards to the documentation of internal controls, audit tests, results and conclusions.
• Prepare concise and precise audit reports and follow up the business issues till the final closure.
• Stay abreast with local regulatory changes and assess their input on audit coverage requirements.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years of work experience in banking industry or audit.
• Good overall understanding of risk management and controls.
• Sound knowledge of wholesale credit lending, credit management and remedial processes covering front office, middle office and back-office functions as well as familiarity with laws and regulations governing the businesses.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, able to determine the root cause of business issues and recommend constructive and cost‑effective solutions.
• Strong capability to establish effective working relationships and influence others.
• Possess strong project management skills to lead/participant audit assignments, able to handle concurrent assignments and cope with change and diversity in a fast‑paced environment.
• Team‑oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Professional, acts with integrity and honesty.
• Self‑motivated, enthusiastic and takes initiatives.
• Excellent ability in writing English and Chinese.
• Good data analysis skill;