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 organizationDevelop a governance structure to provide oversight and accountability for AML / CTF activitiesWork closely with the Chief Compliance Officer to establish appropriate reporting lines and escalation paths for AML / CTF issuesCoordinate with the Risk Management function to conduct regular reviews of AML / CTF risks and controlsPrepare periodic reports to senior management and the Board on AML / CTF performance and emerging trendsSanctions Screening and Customer Due Diligence
Review existing sanction screening tools and procedures to ensure they are fit for purposePerform gap analysis against international sanctions lists and develop remediation plans where necessaryEnhance customer due diligence procedures to meet evolving regulatory expectationsReview existing customer screening tools and procedures to improve efficiency without compromising accuracyTravel Rule Under FATF
Lead the implementation of the Travel Rule across the Group’s wholesale banking business linesEnsure alignment between the Group’s approach to the Travel Rule and local regulations in each jurisdictionCollaborate with technology teams to enhance the capabilities of the bank’s messaging platform to facilitate compliance with the Travel RuleConduct training sessions for staff to build awareness around the Travel Rule and its implications for the businessGlobal Initiatives Related to AML / CTF
Keep abreast of emerging global trends and regulatory developments related to AML / CTFIdentify opportunities for the bank to contribute to industry discussions and policy debates on AML / CTF issuesLead the implementation of global initiatives related to AML / CTF across the Group’s wholesale banking business linesQualification
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Law or equivalent experiencePostgraduate qualifications in AML / CTF or related fields would be advantageousAt least 10 years of experience in AML / CTF gained through working at financial institutions, consulting firms or regulatory bodiesDemonstrated experience managing large AML / CTF programs in complex environmentsExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalStrong project management skills with ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlinesExperience dealing with regulators globallyAbility to think critically and creatively while maintaining attention to detailProficiency in MS Office applications and other relevant softwareAdditional 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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