job description
United Overseas Bank (UOB) is seeking a Senior Manager of Financial Crime Compliance to join our Group Wholesale Financial Crime Investigations Team in a remote capacity based in Bali, Indonesia. This is a high-impact role for a strategic thinker with a passion for combating financial crime in the banking sector. As a key leader, you will drive investigations, enhance compliance frameworks, and collaborate with global teams to safeguard UOB’s reputation and operations.
In this role, you will leverage your expertise in AML (Anti-Money Laundering), sanctions, fraud detection, and regulatory compliance to mitigate risks and ensure adherence to international standards. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, including legal, risk, and technology, to develop innovative solutions that stay ahead of evolving threats. This position offers the flexibility of remote work while providing opportunities to engage with a dynamic, multicultural team.
If you are a detail-oriented, analytical professional with a track record in financial crime compliance, this is your chance to make a tangible difference in a leading financial institution. Join us in shaping the future of compliance in the digital banking era while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle Bali has to offer.
Responsibility
- Lead and oversee financial crime investigations, including AML, sanctions, and fraud cases, ensuring timely and accurate resolution.
- Develop, implement, and enhance compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures to align with global regulatory requirements (e.g., FATF, MAS, OFAC).
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Legal, Risk, Technology) to identify and mitigate emerging financial crime risks.
- Conduct risk assessments and provide strategic recommendations to senior management on compliance-related matters.
- Monitor and analyze transactional data to detect suspicious activities and ensure reporting obligations are met.
- Provide training and guidance to teams on financial crime prevention, detection, and reporting best practices.
- Represent UOB in external engagements with regulators, law enforcement, and industry forums.
- Stay abreast of global trends in financial crime and regulatory changes to proactively adapt compliance strategies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, CFE) is a plus.
- Minimum 8+ years of experience in financial crime compliance, AML, or regulatory investigations, preferably in banking or financial services.
- Strong knowledge of international AML/CFT regulations (e.g., FATF, MAS, OFAC, EU sanctions) and their application in a banking environment.
- Proven leadership experience managing teams and driving compliance initiatives in a complex, global organization.
- Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret large datasets and identify patterns or anomalies.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
- Experience with compliance technology tools (e.g., Actimize, LexisNexis, Refinitiv) is highly desirable.
- Fluency in English; additional languages (e.g., Bahasa Indonesia, Mandarin) are an advantage.