SO, Compliance Analyst - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - United Overseas Bank

    United Overseas Bank
    United Overseas Bank Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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    SO, Compliance Analyst (Transaction Surveillance & Investigation), Compliance

    Posting Date: 19-May-2023 Location:

    Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, MY

    Company: United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd

    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

  • Conduct initial analysis and alerts generated from Actimize (transaction monitoring system) to identify customers' banking activities.
  • Contact and follow up with clients to obtain required documents and when necessary
  • Assist in the escalation of Anti Money Laundering/ Countering of Terrorist Funding and Sanctions related issues to Country Compliance
  • Perform monthly reporting as and when required
  • Job Requirements

  • Basic AML knowledge is sufficient as training is provided
  • Knowledge of AML regulations preferred.
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated analytical skills.