Senior Officer, AML Operation Officer

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The Senior Officer, AML Operations Officer supports anti-money laundering controls by reviewing alerts, conducting customer and transaction assessments, investigating unusual activity, preparing escalation reports, and maintaining accurate case records. Candidates are generally expected to have a diploma or degree in banking, finance, business, law, or a related discipline, together with experience in AML, KYC, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, or banking operations. Knowledge of Singapore MAS regulations and international AML standards is advantageous. The role requires strong analytical and investigative skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, confidentiality, and the ability to meet quality and productivity targets. Clear communication, teamwork, and the confidence to challenge unusual activity are also important.

About the employer

United Overseas Bank (UOB) is a major Singapore-headquartered bank with operations across Southeast Asia and key financial centres worldwide. Founded in 1935, the group provides personal and business banking, commercial and corporate banking, wealth management, investment banking, treasury, and digital financial services. UOB serves individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, large corporations, and institutional clients. The bank has a strong regional focus, particularly in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam, and continues to invest in digital capabilities, risk management, and regulatory compliance. As a large regulated financial institution, UOB offers careers across banking operations, technology, finance, customer service, compliance, risk, and relationship management.