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Uobgroup

VP1, AML/CFT & Sanction Advisor, Compliance

LocationKuala Lumpur (City Area)
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityVP
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentAML/CFT Policy, Advisory and Sanctions
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 7, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have5
Professionally qualified – Graduate or Post Graduate in a numerate or research discipline
At least 5 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 understanding in AML/CFT
Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks with the skills to adapt to changes, strong analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
Able to work both independently with strong presence as a team-player
Eligibility1
UOB is an equal opportunity employer
Benefits
Equal opportunity employer
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
About the role
The position reports directly to the Team Lead, AML/CFT Policy, Advisory and Sanctions and the incumbent is assist the Team Lead in the implementation of UOBM’s Anti-Money Laundering, Counter Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) and Sanction Compliance framework, charter, policies, standards, programs, initiatives and activities in line with UOB Group’s strategic direction, regulatory and global standards to ensure compliance with applicable local and Group’s AML/CFT laws, rules, regulations and guidelines. The role involves providing advisory on the AML/CFT policy requirements to relevant stakeholders and providing clearance of the day to day operations of AML/CFT related matters escalated to Compliance.
The incumbent’s major job functions include:
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AML/CFT/Sanction advisory to Business / Supporting Unit on policy and guidelines requirements
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Customer due diligence advisory and clearance and recommendation: on-boarding and continuous monitoring in accordance with the policies and procedures requirements
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To assess Customer Relationship Review and provide AML/CFT consent for request/action plan submitted by BU/ SU due to adverse media, restricted relationships or questionable activities on their customers
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To assess and provide clearance on High Risk Customers and Political Exposed Persons/Corporations (PEP/PEC) during on-boarding or ongoing due diligence review, etc for retail and corporate segments
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To manage and respond to AML/CFT enquiries received from correspondent banks
Job Requirements
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Professionally qualified – Graduate or Post Graduate in a numerate or research discipline
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At least 5 years of overall experience with experience general financial crime compliance (fraud / sanctions/ anti money laundering) or intelligence experience
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Exposure to Compliance and risk management with understanding in AML/CFT
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks with the skills to adapt to changes, strong analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
•
Able to work both independently with strong presence as a team-player
Additional Requirements
Be a Part of the UOB Family
Legal
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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