Senior Officer, Account ClosureLocation: Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
Company: UOB Innovation Hub 2 Sdn. Bhd.
About UOBUnited Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of around 500 offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. UOB's purpose is to build the future of ASEAN. Our purpose guides The UOB Way – that defines our unique culture and belief system, anchored on our values of being Honourable, Enterprising, United and Committed, and our people philosophy of Care, Growth and Trust.
About the DepartmentUOB Innovation Hub 2 (InnoHub2) is a UOB-wholly owned subsidiary and a Centre of Excellence based in Malaysia, providing Group Business Services (GBS) to support the UOB Group. Started in 2021 with technology application design, development and support, InnoHub2 is expanding beyond technology services to deliver other business services to support the Bank's growth ambition. We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to be part of the pioneer team spearheading the development and delivery of the new services.
As part of the InnoHub2 team, you will have the opportunity to work on Group initiatives and gain regional business exposure. We are dynamic, passionate and purposeful about delivering trusted financial solutions that enable business growth. An exciting career progression with varied opportunities awaits you at IH2. Come grow your career with us.
Job ResponsibilitiesJob Description Summary:
Anti-Financial Crime – Investigation and Intelligence is responsible to (a) investigate into cases arising from designated AFC surveillance solutions, at the instruction of relevant senior(s), and from other approved channel(s); (b) receive, retrieve, process and make sense of information and intelligence for AFC purpose; and (c) own policies, procedures, guidelines, processes and controls to ensure that the above operate at an adequate level as prescribed by the Bank.
A key objective of AFC I&I is to drive an effective framework for the Bank to identify and investigate into complex, unusually large or unusual patterns of transactions and/or behaviors. It is responsible for discharging regulatory requirement on the Bank to disclose suspicious behavior, and to work with relevant stakeholders on risk management, at both customer, portfolio and Bank level as a result of its outputs and relevant environmental scanning.
Job Description:
• Perform end-to-end management and process support of the Account Closure process due to AML exits.
• Escalate concerns relating to Account Closure process and gaps.
• Ensure timely completion of Account Closure as per prescribed workflow and time-frame.
• Communicate effectively with relevant stakeholders for the purpose of conducting Account Closure process.
• Support management statistics reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure timely completion of assigned work and accurate data updates into the system.
• Ensure proper documentation and record keeping of Account Closure in accordance with Bank's standards.
• Ensure all Account Closure activities performed comply with the bank's established policies, procedures, and controls.
• Manage case flow and ensure no overdue.
Job Requirements• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in intelligence/investigation related work in AML compliance function within the financial industry. Fresh graduates with relevant banking or relevant discipline are welcome to apply.
• Knowledge of AML and KYC regulations and KYC Screening tools such as Detica, Refinitiv is preferred.
• A self-starter who must be able to work under minimal supervision, have a sense of urgency and be proactive in dealing with day-to-day tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly in writing.
• Possesses an inquisitive and curious mind and is proactive to think of next steps.
• Ability to work well independently and as a team.
• Ability to multi-task, analyze, and be attentive to details.
• Proficient in MS Office.
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