Company: 1011 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.
We are looking for a passionate andinquisitiveindividual to join ourFinancial Crime Investigations Team (“the Team”)in Group Wholesale Banking’s Anti-Financial CrimeControls As an investigation specialist, you will assume responsibilities to conduct comprehensive reviewson corporate customers establish if they pose any financial crime risks to Bank
Responsibilities
Conduct investigation / reviewsoncorporateentities forfinancial crime risks in accordance with legal,regulatory,and internal policies
Reviewaccount /transactions to establishany red flags on financial crime risks
Independently liaise with internal stakeholders (e.g.Relationship Managers and Business Units) andBank’scustomers to obtain clarification and corroboration onaccount / transactions.
Compile and documentcase review findings and recommendations on appropriate account strategy to mitigate financial crime risks identified.
Support Business Units to respond to financial crime relatedissues andqueries from both internal and external stakeholders (including the authorities and correspondent banks)
Ensure timely reporting and escalation of significant risk issues to management
Appraise management on investigations statistics and cases of interest
Actively participate in project work and IT initiatives (including actively participating in user acceptance testing) which relate to investigations to support BUs.
Job Requirements
The ideal candidate should possess the following qualities:
GraduateDegreefrom a recognized university (preferablyAccountancy,Banking, Economics orLaw)orrelevant professional qualification in financial services or audit.
At least5years working experience ininvestigationsandorauditin Banks
Strong investigative mindset and attention to details
Firmunderstandingof how Banks complyto MAS 626 Notice.
Strongknowledge in business practices for SMEs, large corporations and financial institutions.
In depthknowledge offinancial crime red flags (includingsanctions, tax evasion, misuse of legal persons, trade-based money laundering)and regulation.
Familiar with various types oftradedocumentsand INCOTERMSused in business
Team player with strong inter-personal and communication skills and ability to network, engage and influence business stakeholders independently.
Excellent written reportskillsandskilled in MS office suites
Additional Requirements
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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We’re here to do Right By You.
At UOB, we aspire to build a better future for the people and businesses in the region.
Through our extensive network and suite of capabilities, we offer financial solutions to the people and businesses within, and connecting with ASEAN.
We create solutions tailored to your unique needs through data and relationship-led insights.
Our comprehensive regional network and one-bank approach connects your business to new opportunities in ASEAN.
We help businesses to advance responsibly and guide personal wealth to grow sustainably. We foster inclusiveness and environmental well-being for stronger societies.
This is how we stay committed to forging a sustainable future for generations to come.
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