VP, Process Improvement and Operationalization Head

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in ASEAN with a global network in Southeast Asia, Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Operating through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, we have a global network of about 430 branches and offices in 19 markets. At the heart of UOB is our culture, shaped by the UOB Way and anchored on our four values – Honourable, Enterprising, United and Committed. For more than 90 years, these values have guided how we do right by our customers, collaborate with one another and create long-term value for the communities we operate in. As One Bank, we are committed to helping our colleagues build sustainable careers grounded in purpose, supported by strong values, and enriched with meaningful opportunities to grow.

Job Description

Business Unit or Product Compliance function is responsible for ensuring that all activities comply with regulatory requirements, including financial crime, anti-money laundering, anti-bribery and corruption, data privacy, and sanctions. The Compliance area is responsible for ensuring that all of the business activities follow the necessary rules and regulations, and that the firm complies with legal and regulatory boundaries and jurisdictions. The Business Unit or Product Compliance focus specializes in providing compliance support and expertise to one of the business lines of the firm. May be involved in the vetting of proposed transactions, taking into account internal guidelines as well as outside regulatory requirements to mitigate risk.