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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Onsite
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
Perform Anti‑Money Laundering (AML), Counter‑Terrorism Financing (CTF), and Anti‑Financial Crime (AFC) activities in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
Conduct customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), and ongoing monitoring on customers, transactions, and accounts
Review and investigate suspicious activities, unusual transactions, and alerts generated from transaction monitoring systems
Prepare and submit Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) / Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in a timely and accurate manner
Assess AML risks related to customers, products, services, and geographies
Ensure compliance with relevant AML regulations, guidelines, and regulatory standards
Liaise with internal stakeholders such as Compliance, Risk, Operations, and Business units for AML‑related matters
Participate in AML reviews, audits, regulatory examinations, and remediation exercises
Stay updated on changes in AML laws, regulations, and industry best practices
Support continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance AML controls and effectiveness
Job Requirement:
Recognized Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional qualification
Strong command of written and spoken English
Minimum 3 to 8 years of Anti‑Money Laundering (AML) experience within the banking or financial services industry
Solid knowledge of AML/CTF regulations, financial crime risks, and regulatory expectations
Resourceful, meticulous, and detail‑oriented with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Self‑driven, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and perform well in a fast‑paced environment
Additional Requirements
Develop (Competency), Engage (Competency), Execute (Competency), Strategise (Competency)Be a Part of the 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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