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AVP, Risk & Controls, AML Operations, Team Lead

Singapore UOB Bank SGD 110,000–SGD 160,000 per year, plus bonus*
Job Description

The AVP, Risk & Controls, AML Operations, Team Lead is responsible for leading anti-money-laundering operations and strengthening risk and control processes. Requirements typically include a degree in finance, banking, business, law, or a related discipline; substantial experience in AML, customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, or financial crime compliance; and knowledge of Singapore regulatory expectations. Relevant professional qualifications such as CAMS are advantageous. The successful candidate should be an effective people leader with strong analytical, communication, investigation, documentation, and stakeholder-management skills. Expectations include managing team performance, reviewing escalated cases, ensuring timely and accurate regulatory work, identifying control weaknesses, supporting audits and regulatory inspections, implementing process improvements, and maintaining a strong culture of integrity and compliance.

Company Info

United Overseas Bank (UOB) is a major Singapore-headquartered banking group serving individuals, businesses, and institutions across Asia. Founded in 1935, the bank provides retail and commercial banking, wealth management, investment banking, treasury, and digital financial services. Its regional network covers markets including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Hong Kong, and Japan, supported by international offices. UOB is known for its strong focus on relationship banking, regional connectivity, risk management, and responsible growth. The bank employs a large workforce across branches, operations, technology, and specialist functions such as anti-money-laundering and financial crime compliance. As a regulated financial institution, UOB places considerable importance on governance, customer protection, operational resilience, and adherence to local and international banking regulations.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city-state and a leading Asian hub for banking, fintech, technology, logistics, healthcare, and professional services. Job opportunities are strongest in financial services, compliance, risk, data, cybersecurity, and regional operations. The culture is multicultural, efficient, and generally business-oriented, with English widely used at work. Public transport is clean and reliable, while housing, dining, healthcare, and education are convenient but relatively expensive. Popular areas for expatriates include the Central Region, Tiong Bahru, East Coast, and River Valley. Foreign professionals normally need an employer-sponsored work pass; experienced banking specialists may qualify for an Employment Pass, subject to salary and eligibility requirements. Relocating usually involves arranging housing, healthcare coverage, banking, and tax registration. Singapore offers excellent safety and career access, although the fast-paced environment and high living costs should be considered.

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