AVP, AFC Control Operations Lead

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The AVP, AFC Control Operations Lead is expected to manage anti-financial-crime control operations, including transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, customer due diligence, quality assurance, issue management and regulatory reporting. Candidates should have relevant experience in financial crime compliance, operational risk, controls testing or banking operations, ideally within an international bank. Strong knowledge of AML, sanctions, fraud risks and applicable Thai and international regulations is important. The role requires sound judgment, strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to lead teams and improve processes. The successful candidate will work with compliance, operations, technology and business stakeholders, provide clear management reporting, support audits and regulatory reviews, and ensure controls are consistently effective.

About the employer

United Overseas Bank (UOB) is a major Southeast Asian bank headquartered in Singapore, with operations across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam and other international markets. It provides personal financial services, commercial and corporate banking, transaction banking, wealth management and investment banking. UOB has operated in Thailand for many years and serves local companies, multinational businesses and individual customers through its banking network and digital channels. Following its acquisition of Citigroup’s consumer banking operations in several Southeast Asian markets, the group has continued expanding its regional customer base and capabilities. The bank places strong emphasis on responsible banking, financial crime prevention, risk management, digital transformation and regulatory compliance. An AVP-level role in Thailand would typically involve cross-functional work with local teams and regional stakeholders, offering exposure to a structured multinational environment and career opportunities across compliance, controls, operations and risk.

Working in Thailand

Thailand offers varied opportunities in banking, technology, tourism, hospitality, education, healthcare and international business. Most professional finance and compliance roles are based in Bangkok, while Phuket, Koh Samui and other islands provide opportunities mainly in hospitality, property, retail and remote-work services. Thai culture values politeness, respect for hierarchy, family, community and maintaining harmony. Lifestyle ranges from Bangkok’s busy urban environment to relaxed island living, with affordable food, convenient transport and an active expatriate community. Foreign employees generally need an appropriate Non-Immigrant B visa and a work permit sponsored by an employer; requirements can vary by nationality and position, so official Thai immigration guidance should be checked. Relocating to an island may involve higher living costs, fewer specialist services and less direct access to corporate offices. Bangkok is usually the practical base for this UOB role, with domestic flights and modern amenities.