VP1, Wholesale AFC - BB AML / KYC

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 Job Summary : The Head of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) / Counter Terrorist Financing (CTF) for Group Wholesale Banking will be responsible to develop, implement and manage the end-to-end AML / CTF program for the Group's wholesale banking businesses across multiple jurisdictions. Key Responsibilities Develop an enterprise wide AML / CTF framework that aligns with global standards and best practices Oversee the development of policies, procedures, processes and controls to meet AML / CTF obligations Manage the implementation of AML / CTF programs across all wholesale banking business lines and jurisdictions Ensure alignment between the Group’s AML / CTF program and local regulations in each jurisdiction Provide strategic direction on AML / CTF matters, working collaboratively with senior leadership across the organization Collaborate with key stakeholders within the bank to develop solutions that are practical, cost efficient and supportive of the business strategy Lead the review of AML / CTF frameworks periodically to assess their effectiveness and identify areas for improvement Management Control and Governance Establish clear roles and responsibilities for AML / CTF functions across the organization Develop a governance structure to provide oversight and accountability for AML / CTF activities Work closely with the Chief Compliance Officer to establish appropriate reporting lines and escalation paths for AML / CTF issues Coordinate with the Risk Management function to conduct regular reviews of AML / CTF risks and controls Prepare periodic reports to senior management and the Board on AML / CTF performance and emerging trends Sanctions Screening and Customer Due Diligence Review existing sanction screening tools and procedures to ensure they are fit for purpose Perform gap analysis against international sanctions lists and develop remediation plans where necessary Enhance customer due diligence procedures to meet evolving regulatory expectations Review existing customer screening tools and procedures to improve efficiency without compromising accuracy Travel Rule Under FATF Lead the implementation of the Travel Rule across the Group’s wholesale banking business lines Ensure alignment between the Group’s approach to the Travel Rule and local regulations in each jurisdiction Collaborate with technology teams to enhance the capabilities of the bank’s messaging platform to facilitate compliance with the Travel Rule Conduct training sessions for staff to build awareness around the Travel Rule and its implications for the business Global Initiatives Related to AML / CTF Keep abreast of emerging global trends and regulatory developments related to AML / CTF Identify opportunities for the bank to contribute to industry discussions and policy debates on AML / CTF issues Lead the implementation of global initiatives related to AML / CTF across the Group’s wholesale banking business lines Qualification Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Law or equivalent experience Postgraduate qualifications in AML / CTF or related fields would be advantageous At least 10 years of experience in AML / CTF gained through working at financial institutions, consulting firms or regulatory bodies Demonstrated experience managing large AML / CTF programs in complex environments Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Strong project management skills with ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines Experience dealing with regulators globally Ability to think critically and creatively while maintaining attention to detail Proficiency in MS Office applications and other relevant software Additional Requirements 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.

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