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FVP, Customer Care Management (Fraud Team Lead), Group Retail COO and Customer Service Excellence

Posting Date:  26 Dec 2024
Location: 

Raffles (City Area), SG, 048624

Company:  United Overseas Bank Ltd

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.

About the Department

The Retail function provides Personal and Business Banking customers with financial solutions tailored to their needs. We help them manage their money wisely and meet their financial goals through an extensive range of products and services. These include deposit, insurance, secured and unsecured loans, investment and wealth advisory services.

Personal Financial Services

We design and provide products and services that empower our customers to enjoy greater banking convenience while they extract more value from their money. In particular, we are focused on promoting and developing healthy saving and investment practices across generations.

The COO Office has Business Risk & Control teams across various risk types, acting as safeguard for the business

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead, motivate, and manage a team of customer care representatives who handle fraud reports, scam inquiries, and compensation appeals. Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance reviews to ensure team members meet or exceed performance goals.
  • Oversee the resolution of fraud and scam cases, ensuring timely investigations and clear communication with customers. Ensure that team members accurately capture and document fraud cases, investigate issues, and follow up with customers regularly.
  • Supervise the processing and review of customer compensation appeals related to fraudulent transactions or scams. Ensure each case is reviewed thoroughly, and compensation decisions are made in accordance with the bank’s policies and procedures.
  • Ensure that all customer interactions are handled in compliance with bank policies, regulatory requirements, and legal standards. Review and monitor cases to ensure that investigations are complete, and customer communications are clear and empathetic.
  • Develop training materials and conduct regular training sessions to improve the team’s knowledge of fraud detection techniques, scam awareness, and compensation procedures. Provide continuous development opportunities to ensure the team is equipped with the necessary skills to handle complex cases.
  • Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as case resolution times, customer satisfaction, and compensation claim outcomes. Use data-driven insights to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Act as the escalation point for complex or high-priority fraud and compensation cases. Provide support and guidance to team members when handling difficult or sensitive customer situations.
  • Ensure that customer care representatives consistently provide empathetic, patient, and effective communication. Strive to create a positive customer experience, even in difficult situations involving fraud or financial loss.
  • Prepare and present regular reports on team performance, case outcomes, trends in fraud/scams, and compensation statistics. Maintain accurate records of fraud cases, compensation appeals, and customer interactions 

Job Requirements

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Team Lead to oversee a team of Customer Care Representatives responsible for handling customer inquiries related to fraud, scam activity, and compensation appeals for losses incurred on retail banking accounts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in customer service, a deep understanding of fraud management and compensation protocols, and excellent leadership skills to inspire and guide a team to deliver exceptional service. The Team Lead will ensure that fraud cases are handled efficiently and with empathy while maintaining compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

•    Bachelor’s Degree
•    At least 5 - 8 years of customer service experience in retail banking, fraud prevention, or claims management, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
•    Strong understanding of retail banking products and services, fraud detection processes, scam prevention, and compensation protocols. Familiarity with financial regulations and consumer protection laws 
•    Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to provide clear guidance and constructive feedback to team members. Strong problem-solving skills, with a customer-first mindset.
•    Proficient in CRM systems, case management tools, and basic office software (e.g., Word, Excel). Experience with fraud detection and reporting systems is a plus.
•    Strong empathy and a commitment to providing excellent customer service, especially when dealing with distressed customers affected by fraud or financial loss.
•    Strong attention to detail when managing fraud cases, processing compensation requests, and analyzing performance metrics.
•    Ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment, particularly when handling escalated cases or complex customer issues.
•    Collaborative and supportive, with the ability to lead by example and foster a positive, high-performing team culture.
•    Ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances, including shifts in fraud trends, regulatory changes, or evolving business priorities.

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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