VP, Compliance Data Analytics & System Capability Delivery

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 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

• Project Management: Lead and oversee AML related projects, ensuring end-to-end management from initiation, planning, and execution through to monitoring and closing. Provide project plans, status updates, and communication strategies.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with key stakeholders across compliance, data science, IT, and external vendors to align project objectives and manage dependencies, risks, and issues effectively.
• AML System & DA Strategy and Oversight: Subject Matter Expert (SME) for AML systems & DA models, providing insights on systems implementation, and regulatory requirements. 
• Change and Risk Management: Prioritize and manage change requests for AML systems, coordinating adjustments to meet evolving regulatory and operational requirements while identifying and mitigating project risks.
• Visualizations and Reporting: Develop and maintain visual dashboards to track project performance and AML analytics. Synthesize project data and insights into concise, management-ready reports for decision-making.
• Special Projects: Support high-priority strategic initiatives, particularly those requiring enhanced analytical capabilities for regulatory or internal intelligence purposes. Contribute to the development of advanced data models to support AML analytics.
   

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field; Relevant professional certifications in AML, compliance, or data science is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years in the financial services industry, including hands-on experience with AML systems and compliance, as well as at least 3 years in a project management or PMO role.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, with the ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.
• AI/ML Knowledge: An understanding of AI/ML applications in compliance is a plus but not required.
• AML Knowledge: In-depth understanding of AML/CFT regulations, transaction monitoring systems, and anti-financial crime compliance best practices.
• Communication and Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work across multiple departments and to drive discussions, manage and influence senior stakeholders.
• Soft Skills: Agile, inquisitive, self-driven, and capable of adapting to dynamic environments. Strong focus on integrity and meticulous attention to detail.
• Additional Preferences: Practical knowledge of automation tools like Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and familiarity with advanced analytics for AFC applications are advantageous.
   

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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