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Company: 1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd 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 We are looking for a passionate and   inquisitive   individual to join our   Financial Crime Investigations Team (“the Team”)   in Group Wholesale Banking’s Anti-Financial Crime   Controls . As an investigation specialist, you will assume responsibilities to conduct comprehensive reviews   on corporate customers establish if they pose any financial crime risks to Bank . Responsibilities • Conduct investigation / reviews   on   corporate   entities for   financial crime risks in accordance with legal,   regulatory,   and internal policies . • Review   account /   transactions to establish   any red flags on financial crime risks . • Independently l iaise with internal stakeholders ( e.g.   Relationship Managers and Business Units) and   Bank’s   c ustomers to obtain clarification and corroboration on   account / transactions. • Compile and document   case review findings and recommendations on appropriate account strategy to mitigate financial crime risks identified. • Support Business Units to respond to financial crime related   issues and   queries from both internal and external stakeholders (including the authorities and correspondent banks) . • Ensure timely reporting and escalation of significant risk issues to management . • Appraise management on investigations statistics and cases of interest . • Actively participate in project work and   IT initiatives (including actively participating in user acceptance testing) which relate to investigations to support BUs. Job Requirements The ideal candidate should possess the following qualities: • Graduate   Degree   from a recognized university (preferably   Accountancy ,   Banking, Economics or   Law )   or   relevant professional qualification in financial services or audit. • At least   5   years working experience in   investigations   and /or   audit   in Banks • Strong investigative mindset and attention to details . • Firm   understanding   of how Banks comply   to MAS 626 Notice. • Strong   knowledge in business practices for SMEs, large corporations and financial institutions. • In depth   knowledge of   financial crime red flags (including   sanctions, tax evasion, misuse of legal persons, trade-based money laundering )   and regulation. • Familiar with various types of   trade   documents   and INCOTERMS   used in business . • Team player with strong inter-personal and communication skills and ability to network, engage and influence business stakeholders independently. • Excellent written report   skills   and   skilled in MS office suit e s . Additional Requirements 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. Apply now and make a Difference