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
1. Name Screening & Due Diligence
Perform daily name screening checks on customers, counterparties, and related parties against sanctions lists, watchlists, and adverse media sources.
Review and analyze screening alerts to determine true matches vs. false positives.
Conduct enhanced due diligence (EDD) where required based on risk classification.
Ensure accurate and timely documentation of screening outcomes.
2. Compliance & Risk ManagementEnsure adherence to regulatory guidelines (e.g., AML/CFT, sanctions regulations) and internal policies.
Identify potential financial crime risks and escalate suspicious findings to senior management or compliance teams.
Support periodic reviews and remediation activities.
3. Investigation & Case HandlingAnalyze complex cases, including matching logic and risk indicators.
Prepare clear and concise case summaries and recommendations.
Maintain proper audit trails for all screening decisions.
4. Process ImprovementAssist in enhancing screening processes, workflows, and system efficiency.
Provide feedback on screening tools and suggest improvements.
Support automation or digital initiatives in KYC operations.
5. Stakeholder CollaborationWork closely with Compliance, Risk, Operations, and Front Office teams.
Provide guidance on KYC and screening requirements where necessary.
Participate in internal and external audits, responding to queries as required.
6. Reporting & MetricsTrack and report key metrics such as alert volumes, turnaround times, and escalation trends.
Assist in preparing management reports and dashboards.
Job Requisitions
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the banking or financial services industry.
- Strong understanding of banking operations, products, and services.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions and solve complex problems.
- Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Cantonese; Mandarin is a plus.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- Solid analytical and organizational skills.
Additional Requirements
Develop, Engage, Execute, Strategise
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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