Senior VP, Head of Anti-Financial Crimes Strategy & Governance | Singapore, SG

Senior VP, Head of Anti-Financial Crimes Strategy & Governance Posting Date: 5 Dec 2024 Location: Singapore, SG Company: United Overseas Bank Ltd 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 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. The Anti-Financial Crime ("AFC") - Strategy & Governance team is responsible to: Ensure execution of governance processes that span AFC verticals (including the key AFC governance forum/committee and Management Information ("MI") Reporting); Be the single point of contact that strategizes and synergizes the AFC Artificial Intelligence & Data Analytics ("AIDA") agenda across AFC verticals; Own requisite processes and controls to ensure that the above operate per the needs of the Bank. Job Description Key responsibilities include: Reports to Head AFC, covering the holistic AIDA agenda for the AFC team. To be the dedicated senior advocate to push AIDA agenda across all AFC verticals. To strategize and synergize AIDA needs and agenda across all AFC verticals. Reviewing, editing and prioritizing AIDA asks/needs from various AFC teams to meet efficiency and strategic targets. To proactively monitor developments in the market/industry and engage relevant stakeholders concerning needs on expansion and/or adoption of such AIDA capabilities. To own and drive material AFC-related AIDA initiatives/solutions (from a system solution perspective) with the support of relevant AFC teams. To act as sponsor for activities in relation to Generative AI. To perform and/or support any ad-hoc projects assigned by Management. To collaborate effectively to build productive relationships and networks across GC and BU/SU teams. Job Requirements

• Good bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or equivalent qualifications.
• At least 10 years of experience in financial industry with a focus on financial crime/compliance.
• Professional qualifications such as CAMS is preferred.
• Good understanding of industry trends and developments, particularly with respect to AFC AIDA.
• Strong regulatory/law enforcement exposure or past experience.
• Subject matter expertise on AFC AIDA.
• Firm grasp of key business processes and controls to navigate the bank's operating environment.
• Ability to present, engage and influence senior leadership in a professional setting.
• Impeccable integrity and proven performance track record to deliver outstanding work.
• Team player who possesses drive, initiative, an eye for detail and able to work independently under pressure.
• An all-rounder with willingness to learn new skills, be flexible and grow with the AFC Division. #J-18808-Ljbffr