AVP, AML Operations Analyst - PFS (Kuala Lumpur)

Role summary

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The AVP, AML Operations Analyst supports UOB’s Private and Personal Financial Services business by reviewing customer and transaction information, investigating potential money-laundering or terrorism-financing concerns, and completing enhanced due diligence and monitoring activities. Candidates typically need a degree in finance, banking, business, law, or a related discipline, along with several years of AML, KYC, transaction-monitoring, or financial-crime operations experience. Knowledge of Malaysian regulations, international AML standards, sanctions, and risk-based controls is valuable. The role expects strong analytical and investigative ability, sound judgment, attention to detail, clear report writing, confidentiality, and effective communication with business, compliance, and operations teams. Professional certifications such as CAMS may be advantageous.

About the employer

United Overseas Bank (UOB) is a major Singaporean banking group with operations across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Established in 1935, the bank provides personal and business banking, wealth management, commercial banking, corporate finance, investment banking, and digital financial services. UOB Malaysia serves individuals, affluent customers, small and medium-sized enterprises, and large corporations through branches, digital platforms, and specialist banking teams. The group places strong emphasis on responsible banking, regulatory compliance, risk management, customer protection, and technology-enabled service delivery. Its Kuala Lumpur operations support a broad regional network and offer career opportunities in banking operations, financial crime prevention, technology, analytics, relationship management, and corporate functions. Employees generally work in a structured, regulated environment with opportunities for professional development and internal mobility.