AVP, Legal

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, Thailand and Vietnam, 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 Department

The 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 Responsibilities

• Providing legal advices and safeguarding the Bank from legal risks on a broad range of matters (including corporate and operational matters), covering Corporate Banking, Commercial Banking, Financial Institution Group, Transactional Banking, Client & Fulfilment Services, Foreign Direct Investment, Corporate Sustainability Office, Operation Departments, other Supporting Functions or other tasks as assigned by Head of Legal & Secretariat or Team Lead;

• Drafting, reviewing and supporting Business Units in negotiating commercial documents and agreements with local and global parties;

• Assisting Head of Legal & Secretariat to draft and review internal legal policies, procedures and guidelines;

• Assisting Head of Legal & Secretariat to provide legal advices and solutions to HO on legal related matters;

• Advising on dispute resolution and complaint relating to non-individual clients as assigned by Head of Legal & Secretariat or Team Lead;

• Providing update on law development to protect the Bank from legislative risk; and

• Assistance to Company Secretary work, Group projects and other tasks where required.

Job Requirements

• At least 8 years of experiences from practising in private legal sector and in-house roles;

• Holding Bachelor of Law from a recognized university;

• Self-motivated, confident, independent and prepared to work hard with a strong track record in managing a broad range of legal issues;

• Excellent writing and communication skills, command of English language will be an advantage;

• Strong interpersonal skill;

• Meticulous and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines;

• Knowledgeable about banking and finance law and other corporate law and regulations; and

• Logical thinking, sound judgement and ability to analyse situations and information and to deliver proper legal solutions with commercial awareness.

• Working experience from international or regional banks or law firms

• Master of Law

• Admitted to provincial bar association.

• Essential (Technical Skills): Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Be a part of 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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