AVP, AML KYC-CDD Senior Analyst

UOB (Thailand) (Bangkok, Bangkok City, Thailand)

Bangkok, Thailand

Guided by Asian principles of prudence, enterprise and commitment for more than 80 years, we are committed to building a better future for ASEAN. Through our extensive network and suite of capabilities, we are uniquely positioned to offer financial solutions to the people living in, as well as businesses that connect with and operate within the region.

About this position

The AML KYC-CDD Team Head will be mainly responsible for executing the day-to-day KYC activities for the AFC Operations Unit, ensuring compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review the AML KYC Activities i.e. Customer Due Diligence(CDD), Trigger events, On-Going review and Name Screening to ensure the team comply with policies/process procedures and escalate report unusual client activities which might be related to money laundering or terrorist financing.
• Perform Ad-hoc Enhanced Due Diligence review for higher risk customers, including the review of High Risk factors such as Politically Exposed Person (PEP)/ Negative News and Suspicious Transaction Report (STR) transactions alerts from AML Compliance team for review and take appropriate actions per procedure/policy guidance.
• Conduct follow-up with line colleagues for any missing or necessary information.
• Perform quality assurance (QA) review per policy guidance.
• Perform other AML KYC related task assignments required from direct supervisor.
• Support to update unit procedure as required.
• To assist the team on any other ad-hoc reviews/projects/audits both internal & external audit review.
• Participates in projects/initiatives. Evaluate opportunities for process improvements.
• Work closely with Local Compliance Team and In-country related parties for the AML & KYC related projects, from planning phase to execution.
• Provide periodic updates to supervisor and escalate any issues.
• Meet productivity goals as communicated by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor in Business/Finance/Accounting or related field.
• At least 5-7 + years of experiences in banking business, Internal/External Audit, AML KYC/CDD related field.
• Knowledge and understanding of AML law and regulations.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Thai.
• Be able to work independently, and assertive.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Fluent in using MS Excel - Formula, Power point Macro, etc. is desirable.
• Excellent track record in terms of turnaround and ability to identify key AML/KYC issues.
• Familiar with local AML regulations in regard to review of client due diligence information.