Avp, Afc Transaction Surveillance Analyst

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Job Description


About UOBUnited 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.About the DepartmentThe Compliance function is a strategic partner and a trusted business enabler to the Board and senior management. It is our responsibility to ensure that the Group continuously fulfils its regulatory obligations in today\'s tight and dynamic regulatory landscape. To do that, we work closely with internal stakeholders to identify and to assess regulatory risks. This collaboration also includes developing practical solutions that integrate regulations into operational requirements as well as actively shaping and promoting stronger compliance culture and literacy in the Bank.Job ResponsibilitiesThis position reports directly to the Team Lead, AML/CFT Transaction Surveillance Team. The incumbent is responsible to mitigate potential financial crime risks that poses to the Bank according to the regulations and internal policies.The incumbent\'s major job functions include:

  • Review and investigate cases pertaining to financial crime risk
- Review and investigate cases triggered by system, internal escalations, law enforcement agencies\' orders etc. to identify potential money laundering/terrorism financing or other unusual account activities
- Effective communication with branch/business unit/support unit to collate information in support of decision making
- Prepare investigation report and maintain proper documentation/records
- Submission of investigation report to the national financial intelligence unit
  • Ensure potential money laundering and counter financing of terrorism risks that have been obtained are timely executed and efficiently reported
- To review and evaluate all Questionable Activity Report (QAR)
- To determine on whether QAR has merit and should be reported to Financial Intelligence and Enforcement Department, Bank Negara Malaysia or not.
- Submit STR within the agreed timeline to Financial Intelligence and Enforcement Department, Bank Negara Malaysia and ensure proper filings are in compliance with the Bank\'s standard requirement.
  • Quality Assurance
- Ensuring the team\'s overall Quality is up to standard
- Effective communication with analyst on errors and follow up rectification
- Conduct Training/sharing session and highlight significant issues, gaps and typologies
  • Supporting Team Lead on team monitoring
- Managing/mentoring the analysts by ensuring they are meeting productivity and quality
- Ensuring the overall team\'s SLA are not breached
- Assist on process enhancement/improvements to ensure team can work on an optimum levelJob Requirements
  • Professionally qualified - Graduate or Post Graduate in a numerate or research discipline.
  • At least 7 years of overall experience with experience general financial crime compliance (fraud / sanctions/ anti money laundering) or intelligence experience.
  • Exposure to Compliance and risk management with deep understanding in AML/CFT will be an added advantage
  • Possesses Business Intelligence / Financial Crime Intelligence / Corporate Intelligence / Forensic.
  • Professional, highly adept at investigation.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
  • Able to work independently as well as in a team.
Be a part of UOB FamilyUOB 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.Apply now and make a difference.Apply nowStartPlease wait...

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1067339
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Education
    Not mentioned