VP, Advanced AI Risk Specialist

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The VP, Advanced AI Risk Specialist role at UOB focuses on identifying, assessing and managing risks arising from artificial intelligence and machine-learning systems. Requirements typically include a degree in computer science, data science, engineering, mathematics, finance or a related discipline, with substantial experience in AI governance, model risk, technology risk, cybersecurity or regulatory compliance. Candidates should understand AI regulations, model validation, data privacy, explainability, bias, security and responsible-use principles. The role expects strong analytical and stakeholder-management skills, the ability to challenge business and technology teams constructively, and experience developing risk frameworks, controls, policies and reporting for senior management. Knowledge of banking operations and regional regulatory expectations is highly advantageous.

About the employer

United Overseas Bank (UOB) is a major Singapore-headquartered bank with operations across Southeast Asia and financial centres including China, Hong Kong, Japan, Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States. Founded in 1935, the bank provides retail and commercial banking, corporate finance, investment banking, transaction banking, wealth management and digital financial services. UOB serves individuals, businesses, institutions and multinational corporations, with a strong regional focus on ASEAN markets. Its strategy increasingly includes digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, cybersecurity and responsible use of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. The bank is known for its broad regional network and emphasis on risk management, regulatory discipline and long-term customer relationships. Singapore remains its headquarters and a major centre for group technology, risk, operations and corporate functions.