First Vice President, Anti-Financial Crime Assurance, Group Compliance Greater Singapore Area

The Company is seeking a First Vice President for Anti-Financial Crime Assurance within its Group Compliance division. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and executing a robust AFC assurance plan, with a focus on the company's overseas operations. This role involves close coordination with various stakeholders, including line 1 assurance owners, internal audit, AFC risk type experts, and local compliance teams, to ensure the effectiveness of the assurance program. The VP will also provide expert knowledge on financial crime controls, oversee specific assurance engagements, and drive a quality culture within the team. Additionally, the role includes engaging with senior business and control owners to ensure the effective execution of remediation plans in response to review findings. Applicants must have significant experience in AML/CFT, financial crime compliance, assurance, audit, risk management, or controls, preferably within a financial institution. A strong practical understanding of core AML/CFT areas and demonstrated experience in leading complex assurance and compliance work are essential. The role requires expertise in assurance methodology, risk assessment, and data analytics, with exposure to AI/GenAI/Copilot applications being highly advantageous. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills, as well as the ability to operate across both technical detail and senior-management-level communication. Strong leadership, coaching, judgment, and problem-solving capabilities are also necessary for this position.

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UOB