SO/Manager, Name Screening & Transaction Review_Group Retail

Role summary

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The role manages name-screening and transaction-review activities for UOB’s retail business, helping identify sanctions, money-laundering, terrorist-financing and other financial-crime risks. Responsibilities may include reviewing alerts and escalations, assessing customer and payment information, documenting decisions, maintaining service and quality standards, and supporting process improvements. Candidates are generally expected to have a degree and relevant experience in AML, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring, compliance operations or banking investigations. Strong analytical judgment, knowledge of regulatory requirements, attention to detail, clear written communication and the ability to handle confidential information are important. The successful candidate should work effectively with operations, business and compliance teams, manage deadlines, and help coach or guide team members where required.

About the employer

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a major Singapore-headquartered bank with operations across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and other regional markets. Established in 1935, the Group provides personal and business banking, commercial and corporate banking, wealth management, investment banking, treasury and financial services. UOB serves individual customers, small and medium-sized enterprises, large corporations and institutions through branches, digital channels and specialist teams. The bank is known for its strong Southeast Asian franchise and its focus on responsible banking, risk management and long-term customer relationships. Its Singapore operations include a broad range of retail and institutional functions, making the organisation a significant employer in banking, technology, operations and compliance. This role supports the bank’s efforts to meet regulatory standards and protect customers and the financial system from financial crime.

Working in Singapore

Singapore offers strong opportunities in banking, compliance, technology, logistics, healthcare, finance and professional services. As a multicultural city-state, it blends Chinese, Malay, Indian and international influences, with English widely used at work. The lifestyle is convenient and safe, supported by excellent public transport, modern infrastructure, shopping centres, hawker food and varied neighbourhoods. Housing can be expensive, especially in central areas, so newcomers often compare room rentals, condominiums and public HDB options. Employment Passes are commonly used by foreign professionals, while S Passes apply to eligible skilled workers; approval depends on salary, qualifications, employer sponsorship and government criteria. New arrivals should arrange accommodation, healthcare coverage, banking access and tax registration. Singapore’s compact size makes beaches, parks and cultural districts easy to reach, although the climate is hot and humid year-round. UOB roles may suit professionals seeking a regional financial-services career.